Dynamix is an interesting workout. It is designed by this program to be an optional day 7 workout. Optional by the program, but it should be a must for everyone doing it. As Tony says in the workout, this is dynmaic stretching which means stretching with movement. Stretching in and of itself should be a mandatory thing because of the many benefits for everyone, not just athletes. Here are the top 5 benefits of stretching according to the Mayo Clinic.
- Increased flexibility and joint range of motion:
Flexible muscles can improve your daily performance. Tasks such as lifting packages, bending to tie your shoes or hurrying to catch a bus become easier and less tiring. Flexibility tends to diminish as you get older, but you can regain and maintain it. - Improved circulation:
Stretching increases blood flow to your muscles. Blood flowing to your muscles brings nourishment and gets rid of waste byproducts in the muscle tissue. Improved circulation can help shorten your recovery time if you've had any muscle injuries. - Better posture:
Frequent stretching can help keep your muscles from getting tight, allowing you to maintain proper posture. Good posture can minimize discomfort and keep aches and pains at a minimum. - Stress relief:
Stretching relaxes tight, tense muscles that often accompany stress. - Enhanced coordination:
Maintaining the full range-of-motion through your joints keeps you in better balance. Coordination and balance will help keep you mobile and less prone to injury from falls, especially as you get older.
The thing about Dynamix is that it really focuses on stretching the major muscle groups we use in the P90X3 program. It doesn't get very specific and is not going to get all the sore areas you might have. The reason I say this is I don't feel my shoulders get a good stretch in the workout. My traps are still sore from CVX, but I didn't feel a good stretch for them. My chest has some soreness, but there were some stretches that you will notice for the pecs. Also the front delts get a good stretch in only 2 moves, but any little bit helps. If you have an area that you feel needs more work, Google or Bing are a great source to find what you need. If you have a trainer or even a Beachbody Coach ask them.
All I know is that this workout/stretch causes my lower back to feel better. Stretching always does, but this one has had monumental effects on my back. I suggest that everyone do it, not all will. Some really want that rest day. This is not rest, but most that think that rest is important would also think that stretching is important. I think this workout is more important than a dedicated day of laying around. Some or maybe even most won't lay around and I always say if you want to get out and do a run or hike or swim, then do it. I feel no matter what you do, this workout should be included no matter if you do something else or not.
I jumped on the scale today like I was supposed to and it was below 320. It was roughly 317 or 318. I don't wear bifocals (STFU) when I get on the scale and the little marks are very small from way up where my head is to way down where the scale is. (That was for all the short people making fun of me needing bifocals) I feel like the program is doing what I expected it would do for me. As long as I keep up my end of the deal on both fronts, diet and exercise, I expect to continue to have positive results. I don't expect to have a 30lb weight loss every 30 days, would be nice, but not realistic. I will strive for 5lbs a week and that is very obtainable at my current weight. As I get closer to my goals total weight loss will get less and less due to muscle gains, but the visual will be there.
It is almost 1030CST ... Still need to hot tub and shower before pregame.. gotta go now..
Keep killing it daily!!
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