Friday, October 8, 2010

P90X Day Four: Yoga X

I have failed miserably today. I had a bad headache that prevented me from finishing (or starting, for that matter) Yoga X. And I was actually looking forward to it. I've never done yoga and I've heard a lot about its benefits ... I'll just have to wait until next Thursday!

Tomorrow is Legs & Back and Ab Ripper X. Looks like I'll be taking the elevator from now on ... I'm kidding!

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

P90X Day Three: Shoulders & Arms and Ab Ripper X

Stairs were not my friends today. Neither were chairs or toilets ... My thighs are completely burned out from yesterday's plyometrics. Tomorrow, though it'll be my arms!

So good news today: I completely finished a P90X workout without any nausea! I'm so proud of myself! Though, I think it was due to the absence of any cardio. But that's fine by me!

Today's workout focused on the biceps, triceps and shoulders, or as Tony likes to say, "Bis, Tris and Shoulders." That man has a saying for everything.

So the workout was quite enjoyable: an hour or so curls, presses and flys. I pushed myself (to the EXXXTREME!!!?!) and finished sweating and limp. Then came Ab Ripper X.

They really should space the exercises out, but the two programs run right into each other. I suppose, though I could just stop it and restart it at a later time ...

So tomorrow is a super busy day for me (as are all Thursday). I a little worried I won't have time for Yoga X until late at night. Is late yoga a good thing? I know hot yoga is ... Anyway, until next time, BRING IT!

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

P90X Day Two: Plyometrics

When Tony Horton tells you what you're about to do is "the mother of all X workouts," you better believe him. I'd hate to meet the father of all workouts ...

So plyometrics means "jump training." Basically, the routine is an hour of jumping jacks, TO THE EXTREME!! Needless to say, I did not survive. I died with around 17 minutes remaining, immediately making friend with my toilet. No, I didn't throw up, but I knew I had enough.

Tomorrow is Shoulders & Arms and Ab Ripper X. After today's workout I can assuredly say I will be jelly tomorrow. Cheers!

Monday, October 4, 2010

P90X Day One: Chest & Back and Ab Ripper X

So today was the first day of P90X. If you're unfamiliar with P90X, it's a 90-day exercise and nutrition program geared toward getting you ripped in just three months. If you've ever been awake at 4 a.m. and were watching infomercials you've probably seen their ad. Well, I was one of those poor saps that folded and bought the program.*

As the program name suggests, it's 90 straight days of intense exercises. No rest for the weary. Or weak. But the exercises are spaced so that different muscle groups are worked days, sometimes weeks apart. So you're not really pushing yourself to the extreme, but it sure felt that way at 7:30 a.m.!

I decided morning workouts would be best for Monday-Wednesday-Friday, given my work and school schedule. So I woke up at 6, had my breakfast (a banana, strawberries and grapes) and started stretching. The first day's exercises focused on chest and back. Basically, it was an hour of push-ups and pull ups: two things I am NOT good at. Thankfully, they tailor the routines to suit the needs of the beginners to the advanced. Which is required because I'll use this DVD five times in the course of 90 days.

So to spare you from the gory (and pathetic) details of my sweaty exercising, I'll just say the exercise went well. Aside from having to stop twice from nausea, I finished.

Immediately following the Chest & Back DVD was the Ab Ripper X program, which is required every other day from now on. I had absolutely no strength after Chest & Back, so I was dying trying to keep up. Thankfully, I got a message from God because my computer died smack dab in the middle of Tony's "Hip Rock 'n Rise." I didn't complain.

About an hour after the workout, I was feeling great! I didn't think I'd be feeling as energized as I was after that intense of a workout. That boost made me look forward to tomorrow's exercise, Plyometrics (it's an hour of jumping).

Stay tuned for daily updates as I progress though P90X. I'll be posting before and after photos as I go, and hopefully you (and I) will be surprised! Cheers!



*I didn't actually buy it. I checked out the 12 DVDs from the library. Boo YA!

Monday, August 16, 2010

The Daniel Crump Blog Show Ep. 48292

The Daniel Crump Studios has received a very special video FROM THE FUTURE!! I now present to you the "Daniel Crump Blog Show Ep. 48292." Liberty Whistle!!

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Saturday, July 24, 2010

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Look ...

I'm on vacation. That's why there hasn't been many blog posts. But rest assured, I will broadcast a new episode of the Daniel Crump Blog Show tomorrow. OK? Now if you'll excuse me, I'm going to get back to getting a tan with Roscoe.

Friday, July 16, 2010

Thursday, July 15, 2010

DCBS in 3D?

So YouTube has added a new 3D feature to its videos. If I understand it correctly, any video can be converted into 3D and viewed with or without glasses. Obviously Daniel Crump Studios © has not invested in a 3D stereoscopic high-definition camera, but I'll be researching making my existing videos 3D. It's not true 3D, but it's guaranteed to make you nauseous. I'll keep you updated.

© 2010 Daniel Crump

The Daniel Crump Blog Show Ep. 7

© 2010 Daniel Crump

Friday, July 9, 2010

The Daniel Crump Blog Show Ep. 4

Happy Friday everyone! Today is special because I have a surprise for you ... BUT you must watch the Daniel Crump Blog Show to see it!


We'll see you back here on Monday. Have a safe and productive weekend, and Keep the Internet Clean!

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Thursday, July 8, 2010

I'm Sick :(

Sadly, there will be no Daniel Crump Blog Show today. I'm feeling a bit under the weather and I don't want my viewers to catch anything. But never fear, tomorrow I'll be back with a special Friday edition where we'll have lots of fun together. I guarantee it, or your money back.

In lieu of posting an original video produced by Daniel Crump Studios, I'm happy to bring you a video produced by my biological counterpart, Matt Crump. It is truly a masterpiece of Internet video, but be warned: this video contains graphic language and it is not intended for children. Viewer discretion is advised.


Notice the subtle sound effects? I know the secret behind the foley. Good job, brother.

Tuesday, July 6, 2010

The Daniel Crump Blog Show Ep. 2

It's time for another amazing, exciting episode of the Daniel Crump Blog Show!

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Sunday, July 4, 2010

Happy 4th of July!

In honor of America, I will not be posting a new episode of the Daniel Crump Blog Show this weekend. Consider it a holiday.

Also, if you didn't notice, the URL to Useful Nonsense has changed from "danielcrump.blogspot.com" to "danielwcrump.blogspot.com" to more accurately reflect my legal name. And it lines up with my Twitter account, @danielwcrump. Follow me on Twitter to get even more Useful Nonsense!

That's all for now, I'll see you back here on Tuesday. Yes, I'm taking Monday off, too. God bless America!!

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