8.5-9.25%

That's my estimated body fat percentage as of right now. There's a bit of a swing because there were two different charts used based on the caliper readings, so I'd venture to say that I'm probably hovering somewhere around 9%. I definitely look completely different than I did two months ago, so I don't have a single complaint.

I could probably bitch and moan that I'm not going to be shredded at this end of this P90X cycle, but the only one that I can blame is myself. My diet has been so-so over the past few weeks because of eating out a few times for birthday celebrations and imbibing a bit of alcohol here and there. However, I know that there's a reality to all of this. I have made some significant life changes with the diet, and I'll continue those habits. I thoroughly enjoy my shakes in the morning, a huge salad at lunch, and protein bars and other healthy snacks throughout the day. However, if someone says, "Force, lets go grab a bite at X," I'm not going to do the whole fretting nonsense that I did during month one. Would I love to be shredded? Absolutely - but now I truly understand what is necessary for that to happen, and I don't see that being my life. I like to drink with friends, brownies are good at a pool party, and french fries on occasion are a nice treat. Will I be eating them as regularly as I did in the past - no friggin' way. But, I'm not going to forgo some of the simple pleasures in life (mmmm... cheesecake) because I know I won't enjoy it. If I continue to eat well, workout like a monster, and sit at 8.5-9% body fat for a long time I will be more than happy. Besides, as I add more muscle (I'm still a bit sknny) that will make up some of the difference. I don't need to be at 6% body fat to be happy (or look good). I'm already happy taking off my shirt at a pool party - from here on out it's just going to get better :)
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