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edwards · February 2011

Well I plan on starting P90X up again the first week of March, but for now just normal cardio and weight training. I stopped the program after I passed my PT test and hurt my back in December. It turned out that my abs are way out of shape and my lower back muscles are constantly spasming and causing me pain due to injuries caused on duty. Well with physical therapy and exercise I am about ready to get back to it. I just hope I can do it and do it right and finish in 90 days. One word to the wise when doing plyometrics be careful if you have a bad knee. That was another issue I had and whenever I did that video my knee was killing me the next day and would constantly give out during the day when weight was applied. So to all those looking at P90 or P90X good luck and I look forward to reading posts and replying when I have the urge.

Alita2011 · February 2011

I offically weigh-in on Saturday mornings, the day after my rest day. I "get on the scale" every morning.

Impala007 · February 2011

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Officially for the record I'm doing Mondays now because that is weigh day for the company sponsored weight loss program which I'm participating in. Now as for stepping on the scale in between that all depends. I have been known to get on it quite frequently, but have been trying to do better in that regard...maybe once in between.

BrentGetsFit · February 2011

Mande- I second (or third?) the suggestion to go ahead and push through and stay on schedule. Stretch a little more and lighten the weights and reps.

In answer to the other questions raised: I use dumbbells. I used the band one time for a week when I was travelling and it was okay but I didn't like it as much as my weights. That was also the week that I threw my shoulder out which sidelined me from Power 90 for a few months so I'm a little leery of it.

I also tend to ignore the music, I'm trying to keep my heart rate within the zone so I tend to tune out in order to NOT try and match their pace. I only keep half an eye on the screen so I know when to switch moves.

I weigh in every Monday morning. I also measure my waist at that time.

I'm glad to see so much interest here about Power 90, it seems one of the "lost" children of Beachbody but I absolutely love it and am excited to use it as a stepping stone to P90X and beyond. Keep Pushing Play everyone!

BrentGetsFit · February 2011

I almost forgot! Give your son my warmest congratulations Mike! It's not easy to maintain the type of dedication he's shown, especially as a teenager. You should be proud of him AND the example you're setting.

Next order of business, I took some pics last night and this is the first time I've looked at my before and "during" shots side by side. I ain't winning no beauty contests but I'm tickled pink with the progress thus far. In any event, you've been warned.

MamaReebs · February 2011

Brent, awesome progress! I am sure everyone can see the difference. Glad to see you smiling in the second set of photos too! You have earned it! You can even tell in the way you stand, that you are more proud with your shoulders back. You are doing great. I LOVE seeing everyones before and after shots; it's very inspiring.

MikeK51 · February 2011

Brent...I'm shocked! What a difference!!! That is an amazing transformation in only 5 1/2 months. Especially considering you were side-lined with your shoulder injury. You continue to be an inspiration for me. Thanks so much for sharing your pictures. Unbelievable!

And thanks for the compliments on my son!

Crowhorse · February 2011

Quite a difference, Brent! Should be very proud of yourself! Great job!

BrentGetsFit · February 2011

Thanks for the kind words everyone. No one is more shocked than me, lol. With regards to my downtime, I think it highlights the vital role that nutrition plays in all of this. I became a calorie hawk since I knew I couldn't get much more than a walk around the block for exercise. But now that my shoulder is getting better by the day it's time to get back after it with a vengeance and make up for lost time. I look forward to seeing everyone else's progress in a few months. Some of us have shown you ours, time to show us yours, lol

Nigel99 · February 2011

Wow - that is terrific, Brent! Your hard work definitely shows in those pics.

polar5554 · February 2011

I know I know that you need a HRM to find out the calories that you burn during the P90...Having said that, I do NOT have one yet, and am just wondering what the ladies typically burn during the workouts?

Alita2011 · February 2011

I am 151-152 ish and I burn 275 with Sweat 1-2 and 130 with Sculpt 1-2..

Brent, Great job can def see your progress.

I watch Phase 3-4 last night and I think I have bitten off way more than I can chew....It is going to kill me LOL...Lookking forward to it though....

snrose · February 2011

Great job Brent you are doing awesome!!

I typically burn anywhere from 450-700 calories a workout depending on if im doing sculpt or cardio. I dont use the sweat 1-2, i use the other dvd that came with it called Fat Burner Express. I havent tried sweat or sculpt 3-4 yet so i can't give you the calories on that one

polar5554 · February 2011

I feel like this is too low...Does anyone else agree??

snrose · February 2011

i burn a lot more than that!

Alita2011 · February 2011

I think my HRM monitor is accurate for me....It's a Polar (not sure the model) with the heart transmitter.

MamaReebs · February 2011

With my first Sweat 1-2 workout I burned cals somewhere in the 400s. Today I was more in the 300s, but I also got no sleep last night. When I did Sculpt 1-2 yesterday I think I burned like 260. I would really like to be burning more, so I hope to work harder as my body gets more used to working out and I get used to the moves. Also I am 5'6" and currently weigh 160.

aschrader7 · February 2011

On my 5th day of P90x. Just finished back and legs. This is the best workouts I've ever been through. I started at 5'10 192 and I amd already down to 188.5. I'd like to get down to the 175 range. I am eating a lot of protein and drinking lots of water. Also eating myoplex bars and throwing in some Omega 3 and B12 vitamins. Any other suggestions? This is the hardest thing I've ever done and hope I can make it through with your support!

MamaReebs · February 2011

So today I am SORE from Scupt 1-2 yesterday. I could feel it as soon as I started to stretch with Sweat 1-2 this morning. I hope I feel better tomorrow morning or I am not going to get many reps in!

mommaski4 · February 2011

I do not think this is necessarily too low. Everybody burns at different rates. I have much lower calories burns with Sweat 1-2 and Sculpt 1-2 than I do with my morning walk/jog (I wear a HRM with chest strap). My HR only goes into fat burn mode (120's-low 140's) during P90 but goes much higher (140's-160's) when I am out running. Depends on your body, your weight, and how long you have been working out prior to now. As you get more fit, it is more difficult to get a large calorie burn. So, some may burn 400-500 calories (or more) with P90 and others may only get burn in the 150-250 range.

polar5554 · February 2011

Very good explanation...Thanks!

mommaski4 · February 2011

Reebs, you'll get through it. Go easy if you have to. I was sore my first few days too. Great job!

BrentGetsFit · February 2011

Hang in there Reebs, the soreness will go away after the first week. I took long, hot showers and popped Aleve to take the edge off.

Thanks again everyone for the kind words

Keep Pushing Play!

BrentGetsFit · February 2011

Sorry, I don't have many suggestions for you. The P90X meal plan is much different than the Power 90 plan since the two programs have such different goals in mind. High protein sounds right and of course plenty of water. Be careful with the bars since they typically have a lot of other stuff in them besides the protein. Omegas and B-12 are always good. There are several P90X types around the forums, AndreSF and edorice come to mind off the top of my head. They might have better answers. Good luck

Mande_G · February 2011

Thanks for the replies, everyone!

I didn't get my workouts in Monday or Tuesday (out of the house all day Monday, Tuesday no excuse -- just been in a weird head space) but I got back to it today! Did sweat and abs -- back is still quite sore, and I had to go pretty slow and modify in places, but I got through the whole workout. I did do 80 crunches -- just not all the moves we're supposed to. Any of the moves involving lifting from the lower body (i.e. leg lifts) hurt WAY too much -- so I just subbed in standard crunches, which didn't hurt. Better than nothing, yes?

Still sore, but I think the back isn't quite as tight as before the workout. Hopefully it'll be even better tomorrow. I plan to drop down to my 5 lbs weights for sculpt and see how that feels.

Mande_G · February 2011

Brent -- you look great! :drinker: What an inspiration! And you seem SO MUCH happier in the after pics. Way to go, dude!!

writtenINthestars · February 2011

I literally got P90 in the mail today and did Circuit 1 this evening. Im pretty clumsy and could barely do any of the pushups...but am giong to keep trying!

Nigel99 · February 2011

Second round of Sweat 1-2 today, and it seems like I'm starting to lose some of the soreness of the first couple of days. Though those abs crunches were tough - "ripper" indeed! Having been exercising regularly now for the last 5+ weeks, I can definitely tell that I'm able to get through P90 with far less trouble than I would have had two months ago. Might actually be in shape one of these days!

As for music, I usually crank up Last FM on my Xbox 360, and listen to the tunes while I'm working out and using the laptop to play the DVD.

BrentGetsFit · February 2011

We were all clumsy and could barely do push-ups on day 1, lol

Do your best and forget the rest!

BrentGetsFit · February 2011

Thanks! I AM happier now than I was then. I felt powerless and out of control, a bystander in my own life. I don't feel that way anymore.

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