Introductions

joshthomas77

Hi All,
My name is Josh Thomas; I am an Independent Beachbody coach residing in Denver, CO. In 2013 I lost 50lbs and got in the best shape I have been in since getting out of the U.S. Army 1999 using Beachbody products. T25 being the key workout program that I used. I am looking forward to “meeting” all of you and helping you to stay on track with your fitness goals.

Feel free to check out my FB page and give it a like if you are so inclined. I post health and fitness related items and clean eating recipes there on a daily basis. https://www.facebook.com/CoachJoshT

Look forward to continuing my fitness journey with you!
Josh

cwils35

i literally just bought this off of amazon (2 hours ago!), Looking forward to trying something new!

Thanks,
Charlie (Louisiana)

joshthomas77

Welcome Charlie! I think you'll find T25 to be a lot of fun and you can't beat the shorter workout formats in my opinion! I'll be posting some additional T25 related info later today and tomorrow but I am planning on getting the group going in earnest on January 1st. I certainly wouldn't let that keep you from getting started sooner if you wanted to though.

If you have any questions about the program please feel free to ask, I've been through all 3 phases and saw some really great results.

racheltwoshoes

Hey Josh! I'm in Denver, too!

Charlie, I'm doing the alpha workouts 3x a week now to ramp up for January. I can tell you, the workout is amazing. I really like pushing myself in my workouts (like spin or kickboxing), but in T25 just as I think I can't do a move anymore and I want to quit, you move on to a lower intensity new move. It goes by super fast but you work up a mean sweat. They have a countdown on the screen to show you how much further you have to hold on for that move and for the whole workout.

This might not be applicable to you, but I am new to high-impact regular exercise, so I wear a wrap/brace sometimes when doing T25. You'll be alternating side to side and jumping quite a bit. I'm also doing the workouts on carpet, which isn't the best surface for turning and spinning. I wear relatively flat bottomed sneakers with lots of cushion to alleviate this, but if you don't do a lot of high-impact exercise, you might benefit from some extra support until your joints are strong enough.

Can't wait to get started!

joshthomas77

Hi Rachel! Welcome to the group, we are happy to have you!

Whereabouts in Denver are you? I am over in Jefferson Park/Highlands.

It's awesome that you have some experience with the program already, I absolutely love the format and you can't go wrong with only 25 minutes a day. I like that Beachbody is starting to embrace the shorter workouts, I know I always struggle to get through the 60 minute+ workouts that they have out there.

emmamaybear

Hey! I'm Emma, 20 years old and living in the Netherlands. I can't really start T25 just yet because of a hip injury, but I'll definitely start before the new year (hopefully sooner). I've never done anything from beachbody. The only programme I once followed was from blogilates, and that was just for 2 days or something because I couldn't keep up.
I'd like to combine T25 with some weight lifting (any tips/recommendations on this?). I'm sure Shaun T. will get me sweaty!

rjdunn87

Hi friends, my name is Rachael and I'm 26. Currently living in Seattle for grad school but I'm a native Rhode Islander.

I should be getting T25 under the Christmas tree this year… my mom ordered it for both of us. Excited for something new: I've been doing Jillian Michael's work outs for now, and will finish the 30 Day Shred on 12/16. Giving myself a few days off to go home and see my family for the holiday and then I'll be back into this new routine. Can't wait.

joshthomas77

Hi Rachael! Welcome to the group!

cwils35

Thanks racheltwoshoe I'm hoping to start tomorrow so I'll tell you how it goes!

cwils35

Wife and I just did Cardio! Pretty awesome. Heart rate avg was 143 over 28 minutes.

elaine_des

Hi my name is Elaine and I'm from Nova-Scotia, Canada. I started the focus T25 in November but had to stop due to hip problem. Now that my hip is better I want to start again but want to reinforce that leg before I move to a more intense workout. I really love this workout, it's really intense but it's only 25 min! I'm looking forward to start the T25 again in the new year.

momof2boyz832

Hi!
I am Kristine and looking forward to changing up my existing routine.. I will be back on January 1st

yayamay

Hi all!! I'm so excited to see this! I just did my first T25 exercise today!!! It was good. I have 100+ lbs to lose so definitely followed the modified version, but I am looking forward to when I can follow right along with Shaun T. I'm Sarah, btw, from Ontario Canada. Can't wait to start this in January. My goal is to not gain a pound over the holidays. I'm not looking to lose, but just stay where I am.

rjdunn87

Got my DVDs today! So excited to start.

cwils35

Those of you who have done this before (or coach), Double Fridays and skip Saturday, or 1 Friday then 1 Saturday?
My wife and I are discussing that the routine of every morning 25 minutes is nice, but a day off sounds nice too...

Thanks and looking forward to doing this with you all!
Charlie

rjdunn87

Those of you who have done this before (or coach), Double Fridays and skip Saturday, or 1 Friday then 1 Saturday?
My wife and I are discussing that the routine of every morning 25 minutes is nice, but a day off sounds nice too...

Thanks and looking forward to doing this with you all!
Charlie

I have not done this before, but just to add my two cents, I'm planning on really trying to do double Fridays most of the time. I'm doing the 30 Day Shred with no rest days right now, and I really want to have a rest day during the next program I do!

elaine_des

Those of you who have done this before (or coach), Double Fridays and skip Saturday, or 1 Friday then 1 Saturday?
My wife and I are discussing that the routine of every morning 25 minutes is nice, but a day off sounds nice too...

Thanks and looking forward to doing this with you all!
Charlie

Depends on what workout it is. I know i can do cardio and abd the same day of lower focus and abd but I can't do full body and lower focus. I usually take Friday off and do double on Saturday, more time and more energy.

toxbrthr07

Hi All!

Name is Eddie.

I have done T25 on and off. I love it but I do have motivation issues. With being on the go all the time for work and my 1 year old, it makes it difficult. But now with the holiday season and slow season around, I am thinking I will have more time!

I am starting tonight and started the nutrition plan today which I haven't done before. Didn't find it necessary but now I do!

Excited to see everyone's transformations!

toxbrthr07

Hey All,

After a week of following the nutrition guide and the exercises, I have lost 10 pounds! That is a great start since when I have done this before, I hadn't lost any weight!

Gonna keep letting you all know how it goes weekly!

Robin_Brown72

Getting T25 for Christmas! Hubby and I are both starting it,

joshthomas77

Hey All,

After a week of following the nutrition guide and the exercises, I have lost 10 pounds! That is a great start since when I have done this before, I hadn't lost any weight!

Gonna keep letting you all know how it goes weekly!

Eddie! That is an amazing start good job! Particularly this time of the year!

joshthomas77

Getting T25 for Christmas! Hubby and I are both starting it,

Hi Robin! Welcome to the group! That is fantastic that you and your hubby are doing the program together. I think having an accountability partner there at home positions you for even better success!

Happy Holidays,

Josh

joshthomas77

Those of you who have done this before (or coach), Double Fridays and skip Saturday, or 1 Friday then 1 Saturday?
My wife and I are discussing that the routine of every morning 25 minutes is nice, but a day off sounds nice too...

Thanks and looking forward to doing this with you all!
Charlie

Charlie,

Sorry for the slow response. Personally, I alternated between double Fridays and a single workout on Saturday. I think there are positives to doing either. For me, doing a single workout on Saturday helped me ensure that I didn't stray to far from the nutrition plan on the weekend. That is typically where I struggle, I do great M-F and then the weekend hits!

With that said, it is nice being able to knock out both on Friday and being done for the weekend. I also found that doing the doubles back to back better positioned me for taking on some of the other workout programs post-T25 where the workouts are closer to a full hour. Insanity is a good example. For me, I would usually try to work in a day of "fun" on those weekends where I didn't have a T25 workout. i would usually do a hike, long walk, or a bike ride.

joshthomas77

Hi!
I am Kristine and looking forward to changing up my existing routine.. I will be back on January 1st

Hi Kristine!

Welcome to the group!

Cinnamon45

Hello,
My name is Jessie and I am 39yo female. Currently T25 is sitting under my tree. I would like to lose 30lbs. I am so excited to start this with everyone. I will upload a pic as soon as I can get one that doesn't upload sideways! Thanks for creating this group!

afeinberg

i'm Allison - 40 yr old female, currently on week 3 of t25 and loving it!!

Gaby_BV

hi! new to the group!! currently on week 2 ... almost done!!! feel free to add!

djhs196

Hi,

I'm Douglas from the UK and just joined the group - just finished week 1 of T25. First time doing a calorie controlled diet; first time doing an indoor program like T25. I'm a fair weather jogger and struggle to stay in shape over the UK winter months, when it's too wet, cold or icy to want to head out...so trying something different this winter. Will also be throwing in an occasional game of squash.

I would love to lose around 18lb - weather has already been pants for a while - and also get in shape over the winter.

Feel free to add - and good luck to everyone starting out!

Thanks,
Douglas

CALake

Hi all,

I'm planning on starting out on Monday, and plan to do this program with P90x3 (since both are 1/2 hour programs). Getting up early the first few days is tough, then I'm in the habit and it's much easier!

advocaresuperstar

Hey, people!! I JUST started T25...on day 2!! I didn't know if it was okay to join the group since I'm not waiting until the 1st to start.
I'm 32 from Indiana. I have a 3 year old and I'm currently working on my Masters degree in Public Health. I work as a Health Coach for WebMD.

Looking forward to kicking this program's *kitten*!!

blackdiamond912

Hi my name is Mikeyia,

I tend to fall off my exercise routine alot, but I recieved T25 for christmas and hopefully I can stick with the program this time. I know I can do 25 minutes a day compared to an 1hour, well I am ready and preparing myself for the best.