P90x vs Lifting?

kassiebby1124
kassiebby1124 Posts: 927 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
Now, I know P90x or whatever is effective, but should I replace lifting/cardio (all paired with a deficit) for it? I have a gym membership but I was considering investing in P90x3 for a weightloss challenge someone I know is hosting. Supposedly you can lose 10% body fat in the 90 days and my goal is 15% (I'm currently 36%). Could I yield the same results by maintaining a deficit, lifting heavy, hitting my macros,and doing cardio?

(Emphasis on maintaining a deficit!)
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  • Mia_RagazzaTosta
    Mia_RagazzaTosta Posts: 4,885 Member
    Jeez, you're all over the place. Just pick something and stick with it. That's the only way you'll see results.
  • kassiebby1124
    kassiebby1124 Posts: 927 Member
    Jeez, you're all over the place. Just pick something and stick with it. That's the only way you'll see results.
    I just asked a question. Never did I say I was going to do it, that's why I'm asking because some people have experience over one thing than the other. For the things I've "stuck with" (which, I might add, is longer than a month or whatever you presume I follow), I've not seen results. Hence why I'm trying to educate myself on what might be effective.
  • happysherri
    happysherri Posts: 1,360 Member
    Actually, I feel sometimes I need to change things up or I tend to get bored.

    I did the origianl P90 X twice and got Great results. I built muscle and my stomach got flatter. It sounds like it may be a good challenge.
  • Mia_RagazzaTosta
    Mia_RagazzaTosta Posts: 4,885 Member
    Jeez, you're all over the place. Just pick something and stick with it. That's the only way you'll see results.
    I just asked a question. Never did I say I was going to do it, that's why I'm asking because some people have experience over one thing than the other. For the things I've "stuck with" (which, I might add, is longer than a month or whatever you presume I follow), I've not seen results. Hence why I'm trying to educate myself on what might be effective.

    If you're not seeing results then you need to reevaluate your diet.
  • jimmmer
    jimmmer Posts: 3,515 Member
    Jeez, you're all over the place. Just pick something and stick with it. That's the only way you'll see results.
    I just asked a question. Never did I say I was going to do it, that's why I'm asking because some people have experience over one thing than the other. For the things I've "stuck with" (which, I might add, is longer than a month or whatever you presume I follow), I've not seen results. Hence why I'm trying to educate myself on what might be effective.

    If you're not seeing results then you need to reevaluate your diet.

    Jesus, socks!

    You're on fire today!

    (what she said^)
  • randomtai
    randomtai Posts: 9,003 Member
    Jeez, you're all over the place. Just pick something and stick with it. That's the only way you'll see results.

    Hahaha this! Can't pick a boyfriend...can't pick an exercise program. :laugh: :laugh:
  • cwolfman13
    cwolfman13 Posts: 41,865 Member
    Diet for weight control; exercise for fitness. Your fitness regimen is largely going to depend on what your specific fitness goals are. Shedding BF is all about your calorie deficit, not the particular exercise you are doing.
  • Mia_RagazzaTosta
    Mia_RagazzaTosta Posts: 4,885 Member
    Jeez, you're all over the place. Just pick something and stick with it. That's the only way you'll see results.
    I just asked a question. Never did I say I was going to do it, that's why I'm asking because some people have experience over one thing than the other. For the things I've "stuck with" (which, I might add, is longer than a month or whatever you presume I follow), I've not seen results. Hence why I'm trying to educate myself on what might be effective.

    If you're not seeing results then you need to reevaluate your diet.

    Jesus, socks!

    You're on fire today!

    (what she said^)

    I'm bored!!!
  • jimmmer
    jimmmer Posts: 3,515 Member
    There are no magic bullets. It's patience, application and time.

    Sure you could do p90x3 (I have no idea what it contains, though) and lose fat. You could do your existing programme and lose fat.

    You just need to be able to step back and look at the bigger picture and get the diet screwed down. Until you can do that, you'll suffer from f*arounditis and get nowhere fast.
  • blgmw2
    blgmw2 Posts: 171 Member
    I like to change things up a lot. I have P90X but have not done it. I just completed Chalean Extreme. I have looked at the strength portions of P90X and know its not for me. There are alot of push ups and pull ups which I don't mind just to much for me. I did the P90X plyometrics for the first time this morning and I loved it. So I am going to do some strength training on my own and do the plyometrics for my intense cardio. Good Luck!
  • kassiebby1124
    kassiebby1124 Posts: 927 Member
    Jeez, you're all over the place. Just pick something and stick with it. That's the only way you'll see results.

    Hahaha this! Can't pick a boyfriend...can't pick an exercise program. :laugh: :laugh:
    I have a boyfriend,thanks. I was hoping people were mature enough to move past that. And no, I can't decide on a program which is precisely why I'm asking for help.

    @Mia- Please don't take your boredom out on me. But i have been reevaluating my diet. I weigh everything and I eat 1400 and I'm still not losing so I'm unsure as what I should do.
  • Mia_RagazzaTosta
    Mia_RagazzaTosta Posts: 4,885 Member
    Jeez, you're all over the place. Just pick something and stick with it. That's the only way you'll see results.

    Hahaha this! Can't pick a boyfriend...can't pick an exercise program. :laugh: :laugh:
    I have a boyfriend,thanks. I was hoping people were mature enough to move past that. And no, I can't decide on a program which is precisely why I'm asking for help.

    @Mia- Please don't take your boredom out on me. But i have been reevaluating my diet. I weigh everything and I eat 1400 and I'm still not losing so I'm unsure as what I should do.

    When I said I was bored that wasn't for you. Jimmmer and I were in another thread giving advice.

    So, again, I will say if you aren't seeing results then you need to reevaluate your diet, give it time, and have patience.
  • kassiebby1124
    kassiebby1124 Posts: 927 Member
    When I said I was bored that wasn't for you. Jimmmer and I were in another thread giving advice.

    So, again, I will say if you aren't seeing results then you need to reevaluate your diet, give it time, and have patience.
    My apologies then. And I've been trying. I've upped and lowered my calories and modified my diet. I dunno. I guess I will just have to hold out.
  • blgmw2
    blgmw2 Posts: 171 Member
    Looks like mia stirs up conflict. Just saying!
  • wndrwmn86
    wndrwmn86 Posts: 507 Member
    Don't let trollers get you upset, you are on the right track. I think either option will work and you can always change up your workout routine to keep your body guessing and to keep from getting bored. It's just important to stay consistant on just working out several times a week.
  • randomtai
    randomtai Posts: 9,003 Member
    Jeez, you're all over the place. Just pick something and stick with it. That's the only way you'll see results.

    Hahaha this! Can't pick a boyfriend...can't pick an exercise program. :laugh: :laugh:
    I have a boyfriend,thanks. I was hoping people were mature enough to move past that. And no, I can't decide on a program which is precisely why I'm asking for help.

    @Mia- Please don't take your boredom out on me. But i have been reevaluating my diet. I weigh everything and I eat 1400 and I'm still not losing so I'm unsure as what I should do.

    Have patience. You are all over the place.
  • randomtai
    randomtai Posts: 9,003 Member
    Looks like mia stirs up conflict. Just saying!

    Yet you had nothing insightful to add. Just saying!
  • Mia_RagazzaTosta
    Mia_RagazzaTosta Posts: 4,885 Member
    Looks like mia stirs up conflict. Just saying!

    Really? Your spoon looks awfully big.
  • kassiebby1124
    kassiebby1124 Posts: 927 Member
    Thanks everyone. Sorry if I came off as rude I'm just frustrated because lately when I post things it's usually chock full of unhelpful replies talking about how indecisive I am. It gets old after a while. I'm aware I'm indecisive which is why I'm trying to make a decision. I just wanted some guidance.
  • jimmmer
    jimmmer Posts: 3,515 Member
    Looks like mia stirs up conflict. Just saying!

    She actually gave solid advice....

    ... am unsure where the conflict is occurring?

    There's something going on with the TDEE/logging/measuring/etc. If you are in a deficit and consistently following a programme, then you'll lose weight. It's that simple.
  • BrainyBurro
    BrainyBurro Posts: 6,129 Member
    Looks like mia stirs up conflict. Just saying!

    yep!

    ♪ ♫ ...that girl is... poison. ♫ ♪

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  • Mia_RagazzaTosta
    Mia_RagazzaTosta Posts: 4,885 Member
    Looks like mia stirs up conflict. Just saying!

    yep!

    ♪ ♫ ...that girl is... poison. ♫ ♪

    tumblr_lrzpqq4cQZ1r0ojhto1_250.gif

    :angry:
  • Summer_Lunatic
    Summer_Lunatic Posts: 543 Member
    Are you eating back your exercise calories? If not, you're definately under eating at 1400 cals and that would explain your lack of resutls.
  • MB_Positif
    MB_Positif Posts: 8,897 Member
    Patience. Stick with what you are doing. Don't spend more money.
  • kassiebby1124
    kassiebby1124 Posts: 927 Member
    There's something going on with the TDEE/logging/measuring/etc. If you are in a deficit and consistently following a programme, then you'll lose weight. It's that simple.
    I log/track consistently. I also eat back my calories..I guess the program aspect of it is screwed up? Because my diet has been pretty good
  • Commander_Keen
    Commander_Keen Posts: 1,179 Member
    Now, I know P90x or whatever is effective, but should I replace lifting/cardio (all paired with a deficit) for it?

    P90X is lifting/cardio.
  • MB_Positif
    MB_Positif Posts: 8,897 Member
    Now, I know P90x or whatever is effective, but should I replace lifting/cardio (all paired with a deficit) for it?

    P90X is lifting/cardio.

    Good point.
  • jakeyuma
    jakeyuma Posts: 335 Member
    P90x3 looks pretty intense. A few guys in a daily motivation/challenge group just started it and they love it. I am a big fan of Focus T25. Just completed a round of Alpha/Beta/Gamma and lost 42 pounds and 10 inches off my waist. I also canceled my gym membership.

    The advice given to me when I hit a 3 week plateau was:

    1. Evaluate my diet: Are you eating correct portion sizes, eating every 2-3 hours, maintaining a calorie deficit that is not too big.
    2. Have you been doing the same workouts for a long period of time? Try changing it up.

    I have been on a cardio heavy program for quite awhile so I will be changing it up for a few weeks doing Power 90 again. Once Insanity arrives I will switch back. I hope this info helps..
  • calibriintx
    calibriintx Posts: 1,741 Member
    When I said I was bored that wasn't for you. Jimmmer and I were in another thread giving advice.

    So, again, I will say if you aren't seeing results then you need to reevaluate your diet, give it time, and have patience.
    My apologies then. And I've been trying. I've upped and lowered my calories and modified my diet. I dunno. I guess I will just have to hold out.

    How long are you giving your new calorie goals before deciding it's not working and then increasing or decreasing?
  • calibriintx
    calibriintx Posts: 1,741 Member
    There's something going on with the TDEE/logging/measuring/etc. If you are in a deficit and consistently following a programme, then you'll lose weight. It's that simple.
    I log/track consistently. I also eat back my calories..I guess the program aspect of it is screwed up? Because my diet has been pretty good

    No. What's your height, weight, age, activity level?

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