P90X... starting a new thread...

TheBull50

Let's just throw this question around ....

does any have / use Wii Fit ? I think its a cool program and I like it :-)

tracy24

I dont have wii fit but i do have a wii and i have the jillian micheals workout its fun and i burn calories doing it

jessmomof3

Have you looked into Chalene's Extreme, less money, not has intense and I think focused more for the real world. check it out on beachobdy or let me know if you have more questions. I love it and it's leaning me out!
Jennifer

It's actually the same price for ChaLean Extreme and P90X. I love both programs though!! :bigsmile:

jessmomof3

I did get the chin up bar and I am not ashamed to say I can't do full pull up just yet. I am using a chair. I was wondering , does using the chair make the pull ups less effective?

Nope, not as long as you're working hard. I would just mainly use the chair to get myself over the bar, then let my body come back down VERY slow. It really gets those lats working and you will build up major strength!

tracy24

also playing the drums on rock band will wear u out

jessmomof3

I've been using it the last two weeks. I find it hard to do the workouts with the running, cycling and swimming that i do. any suggestions?

I would suggest just doing the 3 weight workouts a week (Chest & Back, Shoulders & Arms, and Legs & Back to start with). Use your tri training for the cardio days. So... Mon, Wed, & Fri lift and then Tues, Thurs, Sat, (and add in another day if you need to) for cardio. Also... try just doing half of the weight workout (like Chest & Back which is a repeat workout) and do ONE set as heavy as you can. (8 reps max!) Hope that helps!

TheBull50

I love playing the Guitar Hero World Tour. Fun stuff

tracy24

hey jessmom i had a question earlier in the thread about eating dinner after workout in place of recovery drink is that ok

TheBull50

I did Chest and Back this morning. Would it be that bad to do Day 2 exercise this evening since tomorrow I have to go to work early in the am and have a full day with no time to get a workout in?

annhjk

question on when to start since it's coming today in the mail.

I wouldn't have any problem starting today, but I did an upperbody workout at the gym this morning (body for life type program that my hubby wrote up for me). DH is starting tomorrow with chest and back. If I'm not sore from today should I start with that with him or jump into day 2 plyo work out (sounds like classic is the preferred way to do this program). I'm open for either, just wanted an opinion or 2.

tracy24

yeah i have guitar hero also wanting to get the drums for that

prayerfulmom

I've been using it the last two weeks. I find it hard to do the workouts with the running, cycling and swimming that i do. any suggestions?

I'm a newbie to p90x but not to triathlons. I would ask if your activly training for a triathlon or in maintance?
While in training I do 3-swim workouts, 3 run workouts, 3 bike workouts, and 2 strength workouts.
during maintaince I reduce the workouts and add to 3 strength training.
just my two cents from the training I've done.

jessmomof3

hey jessmom i had a question earlier in the thread about eating dinner after workout in place of recovery drink is that ok

Sorry, I haven't scrolled back a page yet. Yes, if you're eating dinner right after then skip the recovery drink. My hubby hasn't been using the recovery drink lately since he works out at 4:30 and we eat dinner after. Just make sure you're getting in good carb and protein!

tracy24

k thanks

TheBull50

Would it be that bad to do Day 2 exercise this evening since tomorrow I have to go to work early in the am and have a full day with no time to get a workout in?

jessmomof3

Would it be that bad to do Day 2 exercise this evening since tomorrow I have to go to work early in the am and have a full day with no time to get a workout in?

Tough call. If you have NO way of getting it done tomorrow I would do it this once. Try not to make it a habit though!

aprilvet

Hello, all!
I'm new here, but I've been lurking on several P90X threads to figure it out. This program looks great! If you all don't mind, I have a few questions:
1- I'm currently in week 2 of Making the Cut by Jillian Michaels, following the diet and exercise plan. While I find the exercises somewhat challenging, I'm having a hard time adapting those that require gym equipment. Other than a chin-up bar, what else do I need?
2- Not being new to the workout thing, should I start with P90 or another level? And from where shoud I order it? beachbody?
3- What is the "doubles" people refer to?
4- Are the different programs- lean, classic, etc.- included with the DVDs?
5- Finally, for now,:blushing: I'm trying to become a runner. My long days are 4-5 miles. I run 4-5 days a week. Is this too frequent? Should I try to keep this up once I start P90 (X)?

Thanks in advance for any advice. I'd like to order soon so I can be ready once I'm through Making the Cut!:bigsmile:

April

prayerfulmom

Hum, Yoga following shoulders and bicepts. Pondering the possiblity:noway:

MissResa

I burned 698 calories with Plyo... I love it, but it really kicks my butt!!! The move that kills me is the twist combo... It makes the outside of my shins burn like you would not believe!!!

Jess... Do you think it's okay to switch out the cardio days with my weight training days? Basically I'd like to start my week with cardio, so that I have weight training on my volleyball days. I think it's easier on me that having 2 cardio workouts in one day... Just a thought...

singfree

MissResa, if I might give my opinion...I do a lot of P90X type exercises, and feel that this is a versitile system that you can adapt to meet your individual needs. Give it a try, and listen to the feedback your body gives you. Adjust the workouts as necessary. I think the main point is not to work the same muscle groups 2 days in a row.

tracy24

Forgot to post last nite, day 3 shoulders and arm done that was a breeze compared to plyo, forgot to do ab x will do today with yoga. so how is the yoga?

fjtcjt

Hello, all!
I'm new here, but I've been lurking on several P90X threads to figure it out. This program looks great! If you all don't mind, I have a few questions:
1- I'm currently in week 2 of Making the Cut by Jillian Michaels, following the diet and exercise plan. While I find the exercises somewhat challenging, I'm having a hard time adapting those that require gym equipment. Other than a chin-up bar, what else do I need?
2- Not being new to the workout thing, should I start with P90 or another level? And from where shoud I order it? beachbody?
3- What is the "doubles" people refer to?
4- Are the different programs- lean, classic, etc.- included with the DVDs?
5- Finally, for now,:blushing: I'm trying to become a runner. My long days are 4-5 miles. I run 4-5 days a week. Is this too frequent? Should I try to keep this up once I start P90 (X)?

Thanks in advance for any advice. I'd like to order soon so I can be ready once I'm through Making the Cut!:bigsmile:

April

1. You need to get some dumbbells, or you can get some exercise bands when you order it .
2. P90X is pretty intense, but it has alternate exercises to perform during the workouts depending on your level. The workouts are close to an hour a day. P90 is less time consuming and less intense, again, depending on your current fitenss level...it might not be a bad place to start.
3. Doubles refers to people really trying to cut the fat more rapidily. You do one workout in the morning and then 3 times a week you do an extra cardio workout in the evening. Mainly to help burn more calories. The cardio workout is probably the least intense of all of the DVD's.
4. You get 12 different DVD's when you order. The different programs use a different combination of DVD's depending on what you are looking for.
5. Jess could answer this better than I. I think see runs in place of some of the DVD's and then follows the weight training DVD's. So, yes you could continue to run, maybe cut it back to 3 days a week at first to see how it goes with P90X and then go from there.

It is a great program, good luck!

TheBull50

so to make matters worse ... I forgot to do Pylo today :mad: I had to work early and woke up late. Now the issue is tonight I am going to the gym to with my gf. I am def going with her so that means I am not going to get a oppertunity to get to P90X today which SUCKS!!!! Looking at the schedule, there is one rest of stretch day. What if I took today as that rest day and picked up again tomorrow with the Day 2 schedule ?

jessmomof3

I burned 698 calories with Plyo... I love it, but it really kicks my butt!!! The move that kills me is the twist combo... It makes the outside of my shins burn like you would not believe!!!

Jess... Do you think it's okay to switch out the cardio days with my weight training days? Basically I'd like to start my week with cardio, so that I have weight training on my volleyball days. I think it's easier on me that having 2 cardio workouts in one day... Just a thought...

Hey girl! I got your message, but yes, I think it's fine to switch the days up if you need to fit it into your schedule. Just watch for overtraining. What I would do is if I was just running like a 3 miler, then I would run 3 miles and do 30 min of Plyo (to make about an hour of cardio). I honestly just skipped Kenpo most of the time because it fell on Saturday which was my long run day. And added in a run and then did 50 min of Yoga on Thursday. Make sense? Find what works for you!

JEss

jessmomof3

so to make matters worse ... I forgot to do Pylo today :mad: I had to work early and woke up late. Now the issue is tonight I am going to the gym to with my gf. I am def going with her so that means I am not going to get a oppertunity to get to P90X today which SUCKS!!!! Looking at the schedule, there is one rest of stretch day. What if I took today as that rest day and picked up again tomorrow with the Day 2 schedule ?

Oops!! Do you have a laptop? I know people that take their laptop w/ DVD's to the gym. You do have the P90X manual right? All of the exercises for Plyo are in there, you can do them at the gym also. Or just do some really intense cardio. If you want to just call today your stretch day, then start w/ Plyo tomorrow and continue through the week.

jessmomof3

Hello, all!
I'm new here, but I've been lurking on several P90X threads to figure it out. This program looks great! If you all don't mind, I have a few questions:
1- I'm currently in week 2 of Making the Cut by Jillian Michaels, following the diet and exercise plan. While I find the exercises somewhat challenging, I'm having a hard time adapting those that require gym equipment. Other than a chin-up bar, what else do I need?
2- Not being new to the workout thing, should I start with P90 or another level? And from where shoud I order it? beachbody?
3- What is the "doubles" people refer to?
4- Are the different programs- lean, classic, etc.- included with the DVDs?
5- Finally, for now,:blushing: I'm trying to become a runner. My long days are 4-5 miles. I run 4-5 days a week. Is this too frequent? Should I try to keep this up once I start P90 (X)?

Thanks in advance for any advice. I'd like to order soon so I can be ready once I'm through Making the Cut!:bigsmile:

April

Hi April!

1. Chin-up bar and weights or bands are all of the equipment that you need. It doesn't take much space to do the workouts either, other than maybe Plyo jumping around.

2. I think if you've been working out and lifting weights then you will be ready to do P90X! I would order from Team Beachbody (click on my profile for my info, don't want to violate any TOS here!).

3. Doubles is people that are doing 2 workouts in one day.

4. Yes, the manual explains all of the versions- Classic, Lean, and Doubles. It is all the same DVD's but using them in a different sequence.

5. If you are just getting into running, I wouldn't run more than 3 days a week anyway. You do NOT want to develop an injury (tendonitis and shin splints are very common). You can incorporate the running into P90X, but be careful starting out. I do doubles often, but I have been at it for almost 2 years.

If anyone has questions, let me know!

Jess

cquick

hey guys, today is the start of week 2 for me with doubles on the lean P90x program! took a rest day yesterday and ate pretty much anything i wanted without going overboard. i think for the next time i have an "eat anything within reason" day will be two weeks from now to give me something to look forward to! during month 2 i'm not going to have a cheat day because i'll be going to vegas at the end of the month: that's motivation enough for me to eat clean for four weeks!

within the first 4 days i lost 3.4 pounds, but i gained it back by this morning probably due to muscle gain, and i'm ok with that because i've lost 4 inches! i'm eating my exercise calories, staying away from dairy, drinking tons of water and green tea, and minimizing my salt intake.

working out twice a day (mostly cardio if you're familiar with the lean program) has been great! when i first started working out in 2006, i HATED cardio and loved lifting...it's funny that now, weight lifting is a bear and i love the sweating with cardio! so everything is working out pretty well!

hopefully i'll see some weight loss at the end of this week!

i keep on doing this daily affirmation: I am 20 pounds lighter! :flowerforyou:

hope everyone is doing well! keep pushing play! :drinker: :bigsmile:

sandy429

Back & Biceps + ARX for me this morning. My arms are a bit shaky now. When oh when are corn cob pullups going to get easier?! Kids are getting up, so I'm off for my recovery drink & shower! Have a great day everyone!!

aprilvet

Thanks, fjtcjt and Jess! My trainer said she loves P90X, and recommends I start with P90X as well. I'll order today! I need to get the chin-up bar. I have weights. Do I need bands as well?

Looking forward to joining you all soon!

littleluvbug

Week 2 started today, I could do more than I could a week ago, so I guess it's working! Tomorrow is plyo....I already have a love/hate relationship with plyo and it's only week 2! :laugh: There's no way I'm going to stop pressing play, only 7 days in and I can see and feel the difference in my body!