I was looking forward to this workout because it's the only Insanity workout I can complete (so far) without pausing the DVD. At least, it was the only Insanity workout I can complete (so far) without pausing the DVD. I regressed again, slightly, and had to take a couple of mini-breaks during Frog Jumps and Suicide Jumps. Frog Jumps burn my quads and glutes like crazy, and, coming at about the half-way point in the workout, my quads are looking for a little relief. The Suicide Jumps, at the end of the workout, are tough because I'm really drained of energy by that time, and jumping back and jumping up aren't exactly my favourite items on the agenda.
The other reality for me is that I'm finding it more difficult to work out at this time of the year. During the winter, I'm working early in the morning out when it's dark outside, and completing my workouts when it's still dark. The benefit is that the air is cooler and there's no humidity. Now, we have 24°C weather first thing in the morning, with a ton of humidity. Sure, the sun is shining, but there's no breeze blowing through the house, the humidity is high, and the combination results in a severe energy drain. Not to mention the increased amount of perspiration. When Shaun T advertises that you'll be working out in a pool of your own sweat, he isn't kidding. The sweat is dripping off my body and getting flung off my hands and elbows at each movement. It's rather disturbing. Fortunately, I'm working out alone, and have ample time post-workout to clean up the evidence. I'm still sweating following my shower. It's the gift that keeps on giving. Pros and cons, I suppose.
This marks the end of Week 1. It's been a bit of a down week, with results that didn't quite match those that I posted at the end of Round 5. I'm looking forward to getting more into the rhythm of things with Week 2.
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