Fitness Programs Overview
CoachChrisD
Posts: 207 Member
Which Program Do I Choose?
Power 90
Pros:
*Fast Results for those just starting
*”Old School” calisthenics & weight training
*Band modifications for all workouts
*Incorporates stretching & yoga
*Short 30-45 min workouts
Cons:
*Needs equipment (bands, weights)
*Cannot be modified past an intermediate level
Best for:
Those just starting or returning to workouts
Weight loss
Basics:
90 Day program
6 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching
Beginner Workout Level
Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
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10 Min. Trainer
Pros:
*Can be modified for any fitness level
*Combined upper/lower body workout for fast (10 min) workouts
*Band modifications for all workouts
*Incorporates stretching & yoga
Cons:
*Schedule uses more than 1 workout/day (often 2-3)
*Needs equipment (bands) to modify
Best for:
Busy people (especially new moms)
Beginners who aren’t sure where to start
People who travel
Basics:
60 Day program
6 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching
Beginner-Advanced Workout Level
3 Phase Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
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P90X
Pros:
*Can be modified (with Coach help) for beginners
*Fast Results
*”Old School” weight training which is familiar
*Band modifications for all workouts
*Incorporates stretching & yoga
Cons:
*Long workouts (60-90 min/day)
*Needs equipment (bands, weights or pull up bar)
Best For:
Men
Women not afraid of weight training
Basics:
90 Day program
12 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching + 2 bonus workouts (UML & Fountain of Youth
Intermediate-Advanced Workout Level
3 Phase Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
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P90x 2
Pros:
*Includes a variety of meal plan options
*Tailored phases
*5 day/wk workouts
Cons:
*Needs additional equipment
*A LOT of balance needed
Best for:
P90X Grads
Athletes
Advanced Fitness Levels
Basics:
90 Day program
12 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching + 2 bonus workouts
Advanced Workout Level
Highly Comprehensive Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
_________________________________________________________________________________
ChaLEAN Extreme
Pros:
*Modifications are shown on videos
*Fast Results (after initial phase)
*Band modifications for all workouts
*Incorporates stretching
*Cardio is optional (but recommended)
*30-45 min workouts
Cons:
*Needs equipment (HEAVY weights or bands)
Chalene is high-intensity (could be good or bad)
Best for:
Women
Basics:
90 Day program
14 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance, stretching & abs
Beginner-Intermediate-Advanced Workout Level
3 Phase Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
_________________________________________________________________________________
Turbo Fire
Pros:
*Less “dancy” than Turbo Jam
*Band modifications for all workouts
*Incorporates stretching & yoga
*Variety of workouts (15-60 min)
*Little to no equipment used and comes with tools
*Beginner modifications on videos
*Instructions to break “fire-drills” down
Cons:
*Intense workout
*Highly choreographed
Best for:
Intermediate exercisers
Chalene fans
Athletes
Basics:
90 Day HIIT program
12 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching + 2 bonus workouts (UML & Fountain of Youth
Intermediate-Advanced Workout Level
Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
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Hip Hop Abs
Pros:
*Fun, danc-y style workout
*No floor ab moves but great ab workout
*Core intensive
Cons:
*Hard to modify for intermediate and advanced levels (try other HHA programs or Rockin Body)
*Coordination is almost necessary
Best for:
Dancers
Beginners who enjoy dancing
Those who can’t do floor ab work (Back/Neck issues)
Basics:
90 Day program
5 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching
Beginner Workout Level
Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
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Insanity
Pros:
*No equipment needed
*Extreme results (usually after 1st mo)
*35-60 min workouts
Cons:
*Not easily modified for beginner-intermediate
*Intense workout (a lot of jumping)
*Not a lot of instruction or how-to
Best for:
Athletes
Taking fitness to new level
Extreme enthusiasts
Basics:
60 Day HIIT High Impact program
12 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching
Advanced Workout Level
Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
_______________________________________________________________________________
Asylum
Pros:
*Athletic training that gets quick results
*Fun variety of workouts
*Sport specific drills
*Incorporates stretching & yoga
Cons:
*Long workouts (45-60 min)
*Needs equipment (bands, weights, pull up bar, ladder, jump rope)
*Minimal nutrition help
Best for:
Insanity Grads
Athletes
Extreme enthusiasts
Basics:
30 Day High Impact athletic training program
6 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching
Advanced Workout Level
Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
_______________________________________________________________________________
Focus T25
Pros:
*Modifications for beginners on every video
*Fast Results
*Short 25 min workouts
*No equipment needed (unless in the Gamma phase)
*Incorporates stretching & yoga
*5 day/wk workout schedule
*Simple Nutrition plan
*Easy moves
Cons:
*Not a lot of variety for meal planning
Best for:
Busy people
Those not quite ready for Insanity
Basics:
60 Day program
1. Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching + 2 bonus workouts (UML & Fountain of Youth
Intermediate Workout Level
Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Brazil Butt Lift
Pros:
*Can be modified from beginner to more advanced (in toning)
*Fast Results
*Butt specific exercises
*Incorporated all lower body regardless of fitness level
*Equipment is included
Cons:
*Danc-y workout
Best for:
Women (regardless of fitness level) who want to reshape their backside
Basics:
30 Day program
6 Workous on 3 DVDs
Beginner Workout Level
Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
__________________________________________________________________________________
Body Beast
Pros:
*Any fitness level can do
*Fast Results (best results with add’l supplementation)
*”Old School” weight training which is familiar to many
Cons:
*Long workouts (45-60 min/day)
*Needs equipment (bands, weights, bench, pull up bar)
Best for:
Men (especially “skinny” who aren’t getting results)
Women (who aren’t new to weight training)
Basics:
90 Day Bulking program
12 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching + 2 bonus workouts (UML & Fountain of Youth
Beginner-Advanced Workout Level
e Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
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Les Mills Pump
Pros:
*Can be modified for beginners
*Fast Results
*High rep/low weight training builds muscular endurance (not size)
*Variety of trainers holds interest
*Incorporates stretching & yoga
*Fairly short workouts (20-55 min/day)
*Weights included
Cons:
*Lack of cardio in Basic
*Needs equipment (weights & bar)
*No band modifications
Best for:
Anyone, especially those who get bored with workouts easily
Basics:
90 Day program
7Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching
Beginner-Advanced Workout Level
Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
_________________________________________________________________________________
Les Mills Combat
Pros:
*Constant movement keeps attention focused
*Fast Results
*Feel like you “kicked butt” when you’re done.
*Modifications for all workouts
*Incorporates stretching
*No equipment needed
Cons:
*A few long workouts (30-60 min/day)
*Can be high impact
Best for:
Kickboxing lovers
Cardio junkies
Les Mills Pump fans
Basics:
60 Day MMA style kickboxing program
7 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching
Beginner-Advanced Workout Level
Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
______________________________________________________________________________________
Slim in 6
Pros:
*Best quick start guide of any program
*Fast results
*Non-impact
*High rep/low resistance
*Only (included) resistance band needed
Cons:
*Boring (same workout every day for 4 weeks)
*Long workout (60 min/day for 4 weeks)
Best for:
Beginners
New to Exercise
Basics:
6 Week program
5 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching
Beginner Workout Level
Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
Power 90
Pros:
*Fast Results for those just starting
*”Old School” calisthenics & weight training
*Band modifications for all workouts
*Incorporates stretching & yoga
*Short 30-45 min workouts
Cons:
*Needs equipment (bands, weights)
*Cannot be modified past an intermediate level
Best for:
Those just starting or returning to workouts
Weight loss
Basics:
90 Day program
6 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching
Beginner Workout Level
Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
______________________________________________________________________________________
10 Min. Trainer
Pros:
*Can be modified for any fitness level
*Combined upper/lower body workout for fast (10 min) workouts
*Band modifications for all workouts
*Incorporates stretching & yoga
Cons:
*Schedule uses more than 1 workout/day (often 2-3)
*Needs equipment (bands) to modify
Best for:
Busy people (especially new moms)
Beginners who aren’t sure where to start
People who travel
Basics:
60 Day program
6 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching
Beginner-Advanced Workout Level
3 Phase Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
_____________________________________________________________________________________
P90X
Pros:
*Can be modified (with Coach help) for beginners
*Fast Results
*”Old School” weight training which is familiar
*Band modifications for all workouts
*Incorporates stretching & yoga
Cons:
*Long workouts (60-90 min/day)
*Needs equipment (bands, weights or pull up bar)
Best For:
Men
Women not afraid of weight training
Basics:
90 Day program
12 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching + 2 bonus workouts (UML & Fountain of Youth
Intermediate-Advanced Workout Level
3 Phase Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
______________________________________________________________________________
P90x 2
Pros:
*Includes a variety of meal plan options
*Tailored phases
*5 day/wk workouts
Cons:
*Needs additional equipment
*A LOT of balance needed
Best for:
P90X Grads
Athletes
Advanced Fitness Levels
Basics:
90 Day program
12 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching + 2 bonus workouts
Advanced Workout Level
Highly Comprehensive Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
_________________________________________________________________________________
ChaLEAN Extreme
Pros:
*Modifications are shown on videos
*Fast Results (after initial phase)
*Band modifications for all workouts
*Incorporates stretching
*Cardio is optional (but recommended)
*30-45 min workouts
Cons:
*Needs equipment (HEAVY weights or bands)
Chalene is high-intensity (could be good or bad)
Best for:
Women
Basics:
90 Day program
14 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance, stretching & abs
Beginner-Intermediate-Advanced Workout Level
3 Phase Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
_________________________________________________________________________________
Turbo Fire
Pros:
*Less “dancy” than Turbo Jam
*Band modifications for all workouts
*Incorporates stretching & yoga
*Variety of workouts (15-60 min)
*Little to no equipment used and comes with tools
*Beginner modifications on videos
*Instructions to break “fire-drills” down
Cons:
*Intense workout
*Highly choreographed
Best for:
Intermediate exercisers
Chalene fans
Athletes
Basics:
90 Day HIIT program
12 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching + 2 bonus workouts (UML & Fountain of Youth
Intermediate-Advanced Workout Level
Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
___________________________________________________________________________
Hip Hop Abs
Pros:
*Fun, danc-y style workout
*No floor ab moves but great ab workout
*Core intensive
Cons:
*Hard to modify for intermediate and advanced levels (try other HHA programs or Rockin Body)
*Coordination is almost necessary
Best for:
Dancers
Beginners who enjoy dancing
Those who can’t do floor ab work (Back/Neck issues)
Basics:
90 Day program
5 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching
Beginner Workout Level
Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
________________________________________________________________________________
Insanity
Pros:
*No equipment needed
*Extreme results (usually after 1st mo)
*35-60 min workouts
Cons:
*Not easily modified for beginner-intermediate
*Intense workout (a lot of jumping)
*Not a lot of instruction or how-to
Best for:
Athletes
Taking fitness to new level
Extreme enthusiasts
Basics:
60 Day HIIT High Impact program
12 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching
Advanced Workout Level
Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
_______________________________________________________________________________
Asylum
Pros:
*Athletic training that gets quick results
*Fun variety of workouts
*Sport specific drills
*Incorporates stretching & yoga
Cons:
*Long workouts (45-60 min)
*Needs equipment (bands, weights, pull up bar, ladder, jump rope)
*Minimal nutrition help
Best for:
Insanity Grads
Athletes
Extreme enthusiasts
Basics:
30 Day High Impact athletic training program
6 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching
Advanced Workout Level
Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
_______________________________________________________________________________
Focus T25
Pros:
*Modifications for beginners on every video
*Fast Results
*Short 25 min workouts
*No equipment needed (unless in the Gamma phase)
*Incorporates stretching & yoga
*5 day/wk workout schedule
*Simple Nutrition plan
*Easy moves
Cons:
*Not a lot of variety for meal planning
Best for:
Busy people
Those not quite ready for Insanity
Basics:
60 Day program
1. Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching + 2 bonus workouts (UML & Fountain of Youth
Intermediate Workout Level
Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Brazil Butt Lift
Pros:
*Can be modified from beginner to more advanced (in toning)
*Fast Results
*Butt specific exercises
*Incorporated all lower body regardless of fitness level
*Equipment is included
Cons:
*Danc-y workout
Best for:
Women (regardless of fitness level) who want to reshape their backside
Basics:
30 Day program
6 Workous on 3 DVDs
Beginner Workout Level
Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
__________________________________________________________________________________
Body Beast
Pros:
*Any fitness level can do
*Fast Results (best results with add’l supplementation)
*”Old School” weight training which is familiar to many
Cons:
*Long workouts (45-60 min/day)
*Needs equipment (bands, weights, bench, pull up bar)
Best for:
Men (especially “skinny” who aren’t getting results)
Women (who aren’t new to weight training)
Basics:
90 Day Bulking program
12 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching + 2 bonus workouts (UML & Fountain of Youth
Beginner-Advanced Workout Level
e Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
___________________________________________________________________________________
Les Mills Pump
Pros:
*Can be modified for beginners
*Fast Results
*High rep/low weight training builds muscular endurance (not size)
*Variety of trainers holds interest
*Incorporates stretching & yoga
*Fairly short workouts (20-55 min/day)
*Weights included
Cons:
*Lack of cardio in Basic
*Needs equipment (weights & bar)
*No band modifications
Best for:
Anyone, especially those who get bored with workouts easily
Basics:
90 Day program
7Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching
Beginner-Advanced Workout Level
Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
_________________________________________________________________________________
Les Mills Combat
Pros:
*Constant movement keeps attention focused
*Fast Results
*Feel like you “kicked butt” when you’re done.
*Modifications for all workouts
*Incorporates stretching
*No equipment needed
Cons:
*A few long workouts (30-60 min/day)
*Can be high impact
Best for:
Kickboxing lovers
Cardio junkies
Les Mills Pump fans
Basics:
60 Day MMA style kickboxing program
7 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching
Beginner-Advanced Workout Level
Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
______________________________________________________________________________________
Slim in 6
Pros:
*Best quick start guide of any program
*Fast results
*Non-impact
*High rep/low resistance
*Only (included) resistance band needed
Cons:
*Boring (same workout every day for 4 weeks)
*Long workout (60 min/day for 4 weeks)
Best for:
Beginners
New to Exercise
Basics:
6 Week program
5 Workout Programs include cardio, resistance & stretching
Beginner Workout Level
Nutrition Plan
Workout Guide/Calendar
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