Let me tell ya, trying to do this workout while having a cold is HARD. I mean, it's hard already, and then add in not being able to breathe fully and having a runny nose... Wow, yeah not fun. Maybe it's just hilarious... I'm not sure.
In spite of being groggy, I was actually able to do a lot more in this workout again. I had to take a break through the warm up sets and had drunk 20 oz of water in the first 10 minutes. Despite this, through the rest of the sets, I was happy to see my endurance building. I kinda wonder now if I need somebody right there with me telling me to push harder and do more sets. Otherwise I'll be tempted to slack off when it gets hard. And interestingly, I felt better all over (including from my cold symptoms) after doing the workout. Sweatin' it out!
Regardless of your physical stamina, strength, or fitness level, do NOT do this workout by yourself. It really is important to have somebody with you who can spot you, make sure your form is right, and to encourage you to make it through the end of the routine; whether it's 30 more minutes, 15 minutes, or 15 seconds. There have been several times where my sister has had to yell at me to "get my butt down" or "hold in the abs." Little reminders are a huge benefit and will help prevent injury.
Another fun benefit of doing the workout with somebody, is that whether you're naturally competitive or not (which I really am), competition does play a role. When I see my sister pushing through and keeping up with the routine, I'm more inclined to keep moving and push harder. Eventually it becomes a contest: who can do more Level 1 drill sets, who can sweat more, who can drink more water in a 30 second break, and who can go longest without taking an additional break. Let's just say, it's fun.
Definitely looking forward to tomorrow's "recovery" and then blasting it with Pure Cardio AND Cardio Abs.
Keep digging, and keep pushing through!
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