I really like the Giant X program. I have now run both X1 and X2 with 2x24k bells. I really enjoyed X2. The Double Push Press and the See Saw Press were some nice variety for me. Especially since I started the Giant X a week after completing all 3 phases of Strong! with 2x24k bells.
I got better about auto-regulation during X2. I feel like I have a better understanding of how to do it effectively.
I plan to begin X3 tomorrow with 2x24k bells. At the end of X3, I will have spent a little over a year with 2x24k bells. This is significant because until last year, I had no desire to ever attempt a doubles program. After I complete X3, I plan to run Kettle Burn Extreme again so I can continue to lean out.
Here are my results from Giant X to date:
I am a 55 year old male. 30 minute sets. Bells: 2x24k
End of X2 Rep Max Test--3/5/23:
2x28k: 8 Reps
I am a disappointed with this Rep Max. I expected to get a least 10 reps with the 28k bells. I am not sure why I failed to equal my rep test from the end of X1. I think one factor was my stance was too narrow and I had bell hits during the hinge portion of the DC&P. I think that the controlling of the bells caused me to spend some energy that would have gone into the press. I have also had a head cold this week. So I am not 100%. Though, I have to keep things in perspective. I am getting stronger with each session. Before starting The Giant X I would not have been able to get 8 reps with the 2x28k bells.
End of X1 Rep Max Test--1/8/23:
Rep Max Test:
2x28k: 9 Reps
2x32k: 1.5 Rep
2x24k: 12 Reps
Giant X Body Measurements:
I am VERY pleased with my results with my body comp after running two phases of The Giant X. When I ran X1, my diet was terrible. I enjoyed the holidays and any other reason to overeat and have a few beers. I got my diet dialed in for X2 and get some really great results.
Beginning X3--3/5/23:
Weight: 231 lbs (-17 lbs since 1.8.23 & -11 lbs since 11.14.22)
Neck: 17.17 (-1.8 since 1.8.23 & .83 since 11.14.22)
Chest: 45.80 (-1.7 since 1.8.23 & 11.14.22 chest was the same for both measurements)
Waist: 47.57 (-2.43 since 1.8.23 & -1.93 since 11.14.22)
Beginning X2--1/8/23:
Weight: 248 lbs (+6 lbs)
Neck: 18.25 (+.25)
Chest: 47.5 (no change)
Waist: 50 (+.5)
Beginning X1--11/14/22:
Weight: 242 lbs
Neck: 18
Chest 47.5
Waist: 49.5