My P90X Results
Hawkian
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Greetings all,
I just finished my first bout of P90X- yesterday was graduation day! :P I was mainly attempting to reduce my body fat and get some strength gains. I am really happy with my results and I loved the program. Figured I'd risk all the potential embarrassment for the good of you fine people and show my results.
For the curious, I did the P90X classic schedule but maxed out at all the "lean" rep numbers (12-15) for resistance exercises, and I used bands rather than weights. As a result I definitely gained some lean muscle and toned up but did not bulk much. I definitely developed some upper body strength though, felt every area of my body
Sorry about the obvious change in camera between 60 and 90 (finally bought an actual digital camera!) as well as the annoying flash on the 90 pics, I didn't really think about it when taking them, d'oh.
-Day 0-
-Day 30-
-Day 60-
-Day 90-
Starting weight: 178
Current weight: 150.5
Day-1 Wide Front Pull-ups: 0
Day-90 Wide Front Pull-ups: 8.5 unassisted, 12 assisted
Day-1 Chin-ups: 1... ish
Day-90 Chin-ups: 10 unassisted, 15 assisted
I'm done losing weight more or less. I'm going to be doing another course of P90X pretty much immediately, with some modifications. I'm going to keep up cardio to a lesser extent but this time I want to put on some real muscle.
I've read an EMBARRASSINGLY huge amount amount the principles behind P90X (thankfully, it's just basic sport science as it turns out, fancily repackaged with clever terminology), so if anybody has any questions I'd be happy to oblige!
Note: Apologies if any of this doesn't show up right, I may have to edit after the post.
I just finished my first bout of P90X- yesterday was graduation day! :P I was mainly attempting to reduce my body fat and get some strength gains. I am really happy with my results and I loved the program. Figured I'd risk all the potential embarrassment for the good of you fine people and show my results.
For the curious, I did the P90X classic schedule but maxed out at all the "lean" rep numbers (12-15) for resistance exercises, and I used bands rather than weights. As a result I definitely gained some lean muscle and toned up but did not bulk much. I definitely developed some upper body strength though, felt every area of my body
Sorry about the obvious change in camera between 60 and 90 (finally bought an actual digital camera!) as well as the annoying flash on the 90 pics, I didn't really think about it when taking them, d'oh.
-Day 0-
-Day 30-
-Day 60-
-Day 90-
Starting weight: 178
Current weight: 150.5
Day-1 Wide Front Pull-ups: 0
Day-90 Wide Front Pull-ups: 8.5 unassisted, 12 assisted
Day-1 Chin-ups: 1... ish
Day-90 Chin-ups: 10 unassisted, 15 assisted
I'm done losing weight more or less. I'm going to be doing another course of P90X pretty much immediately, with some modifications. I'm going to keep up cardio to a lesser extent but this time I want to put on some real muscle.
I've read an EMBARRASSINGLY huge amount amount the principles behind P90X (thankfully, it's just basic sport science as it turns out, fancily repackaged with clever terminology), so if anybody has any questions I'd be happy to oblige!
Note: Apologies if any of this doesn't show up right, I may have to edit after the post.
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amazing!0
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Um..... Damn.
Great work!!0 -
Why thank you, Alisi and Jules
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Congrats!! Your hard work obviously paid off:)0
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Great job, man! P90X is no joke. I'm 3 weeks out from graduation myself and feeling pretty dang good about that Be sure to enter your results into the Team Beachbody Challege... you'll get a free t-shirt out of the deal, plus you're then entered to win any where between $500 and $100k
Again, congrats! and Good luck on your next round 0 -
Whoa, thanks for that! Entering!Great job, man! P90X is no joke. I'm 3 weeks out from graduation myself and feeling pretty dang good about that Be sure to enter your results into the Team Beachbody Challege... you'll get a free t-shirt out of the deal, plus you're then entered to win any where between $500 and $100k
Again, congrats! and Good luck on your next round
Thanks for the congrats and good luck on your last 3 weeks. Even sick, that last recovery week felt pretty damn good. 0 -
Yeah... it's an opportunity not to be missed. Just the free t-shirt is exciting enough (lol).
I'm a total Beachbody convert... won't do any other in home fintess programs out there. I feel like all those peeps in the infomercials that state they are in the "best shape of my life"
I'm moving on to an Insanity Challenge Group after I finish up P90X bc I want to shed that last bit of baby/body fat. But then I'll likely return to P90X to recover any muscles lost and continue to improve my muscle tone
Be sure you're eating enough if you're planning to bulk up!0 -
Wow, good job! I've been doing P90X for over a year, and I love the results. Just keep pushing Play!!0
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Nice work!0
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Entered! AwesomeYeah... it's an opportunity not to be missed. Just the free t-shirt is exciting enough (lol).
I'm a total Beachbody convert... won't do any other in home fintess programs out there. I feel like all those peeps in the infomercials that state they are in the "best shape of my life"
I'm moving on to an Insanity Challenge Group after I finish up P90X bc I want to shed that last bit of baby/body fat. But then I'll likely return to P90X to recover any muscles lost and continue to improve my muscle tone
Be sure you're eating enough if you're planning to bulk up!
Oh trust me, being able to start eating more is the part I'm looking forward to the most of this course!
If you have any suggestions on schedule modifications to help with building muscle, I'd love to hear them! I did my entire first round with bands... I think I should really try and find myself some dumbbells now. Alas, monies...
Awesome! I can see myself keeping it up that long, they are great workouts.Wow, good job! I've been doing P90X for over a year, and I love the results. Just keep pushing Play!!
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Wow those are some very noticeable results! You can really see how much your midrift slimmed down and your upper body looks much more toned and sculpted. Congrats for making it through the 90 days, I know how hard it is! Not only that, but I know how much cycling you've been doing, to boot. You are inspirational and I am following in your footsteps with P90X!!
YOU LOOK AMAZING!0 -
...now that is motivating. Thank you very much indeed! And don't worry, I'll be here to help you stick with it if you'll help me through my second round!0
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Wow, you look great!
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Wow wonderful work. You look great. ! am currently on week 5 of p90x and enjoying it. I haven't seen much change as of yet but seeing your progress is motivating. Thank you for posting this and congratulations. Nice to see all the hard work pays off!0
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Congrats man...u look great. I'm currently 2 weeks away from graduating. I kinda plateau'd a bit due to NOT eating enough. So, in the last month I really up'd my calorie count and broke the plateau...So, I know I'll be doing another round. I'm down to 16.4 body fat% from like 29%...I can move faster and everything...matter of fact...I can push through all the cardio without pausing....it's an exciting feeling...I'm proud of u...keep pushing play...keep pushing play :happy:0
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I got p90x but i dont think im ready for it. I hope I can do it. Im 44... did you think its really hard?? You look great... good job0
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Um..... Damn.
Great work!!0 -
Wow, nice going! You are a tough cookie, sticking with P90X! 0
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Thank you all so much! This kind of encouragement is crazy motivating. Definitely gonna go again.
Well, there's Power 90 to start with. What kind of shape are you in, regardless of your age? I was pretty damn weak starting out, but yes, it is hard as hell. You just have to push through, find your sweet spot, and "do your best and forget the rest." Kicked my *kitten* the whole way through to day 90, though.I got p90x but i dont think im ready for it. I hope I can do it. Im 44... did you think its really hard?? You look great... good job
Nice! Bring itCongrats man...u look great. I'm currently 2 weeks away from graduating. I kinda plateau'd a bit due to NOT eating enough. So, in the last month I really up'd my calorie count and broke the plateau...So, I know I'll be doing another round. I'm down to 16.4 body fat% from like 29%...I can move faster and everything...matter of fact...I can push through all the cardio without pausing....it's an exciting feeling...I'm proud of u...keep pushing play...keep pushing play :happy: 0 -
Great job!! I just started week 2 and am really excited about it!! I started eating more calories when I started it as well, and am already down a pound!:) Can't wait to have more muscles!!:)0
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Awesome results! Ive been going to the gym for a year now (faithfully) and havent seen half these results! Maybe I should think about trying this!0
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Looking good!
I'm thinking about starting P90X. It's just a lot more than I want to spend. Was there anything you didn't like about it and what did you like especially?0 -
Wow! Congratulations! Fantastic results! You should be super proud!!!
I think it's an awesome idea to do another round of it....in 90 more days you will be a force!
I am 2 days away from completing my 2nd round of P90x. I love it so much, and have learned a ton about myself and the dicipline it takes to complete a program like this. I'm planning to attempt to maintain for a bit this summer w/p90x, because after 2 rounds I do need to have a little more wiggle rooom in my exercise schedule. I'll see how that works and then maybe try Chalene or another full round in the fall. I didn't feel "done" with P90x after 90 days, but after 180....definitely ready for a little change up.
Good luck with your next round and if you want support, feel free to add me 0 -
Awesome results! You look fantastic! :drinker:0
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I got p90x but i dont think im ready for it. I hope I can do it. Im 44... did you think its really hard?? You look great... good job
you can do it! I am 43 and am about to complete my 2nd round......just need to find that dicipline to keep to the schedule and not worry if you can't keep up at first (lots of humor is needed, esp. for pullups and some of the crazy push ups they want you to do.....oh, and the ab ripper, definitely humor is needed....:) ). you will improve in time and surprise yourself......0 -
Wow you look great!
Did you follow the nutrition plan with P90X or modify the way you were already eating?0 -
Thank you all so much for the positive reinforcement! It really makes the effort feel worthwhile with a community like this.
I had a coworker take an aside with me yesterday and go "we were all just talking about how much weight you've lost since you've started here, you look great!" My office is like 80% female :P Can't say I minded that little exchange one bit. And it's great to feel like it's noticeable.
Some responses to stuff I missed:
There's absolutely nothing I didn't like about it. The DVD set is expensive I grant you, but you can literally get started for under $200 total, with the DVD set: http://www.amazon.com/P90X-Hortons-Extreme-Fitness-Workout/dp/B000TG8D6ILooking good!
I'm thinking about starting P90X. It's just a lot more than I want to spend. Was there anything you didn't like about it and what did you like especially?
Plus a pull-up bar/resistance band set (this is the exact one I got): http://www.amazon.com/Black-Mountain-Products-Resistance-Bands/dp/B003V5FDGM/ref=pd_sim_sg_7
It's still an investment, to be sure, but any serious fitness effort is going to take some investment on your part. A gym membership even without a trainer is going to cost you probably well over $200 for a year, and these are routines and equipment that you can never really "grow out of" (the bands are always useful for training on the go, and the P90X workouts... well, let's just say they NEVER get easy and you can always add intensity in ways demonstrated in the videos).
The great thing is that the program is very much designed with total body fitness in mind. The whole "muscle confusion" thing is a fancy schmancy way of encapsulating cross-training and periodization with built-in rest and stretching- all of which is crucial. Going to the gym regularly is way, way better than nothing and it'll stave off heart disease and do wonders for your overall health, but a program like this is much more effective for transforming your body in short periods of time.Awesome results! Ive been going to the gym for a year now (faithfully) and havent seen half these results! Maybe I should think about trying this!
Thank you verrrry muchAwesome results! You look fantastic! :drinker:
Well, both. I followed the nutrition guide (staying within phase 1- Fat Shredder) fairly strictly, and modified my diet to completely eliminate any soda/high calorie drinks, fast food, carb-based heavy meals, etc. I generally followed the portion/ratio approach, but sometimes cooked some of the very tasty recipes from the guide.Wow you look great!
Did you follow the nutrition plan with P90X or modify the way you were already eating?
After about a month is when I discovered this site, MFP, and that was a huge boost to my success. I'd have had even better results using this site from the beginning!
Two things though:
1. I developed a concept of my own called "bonus calories" or "guiltless calories" which I've been turning over a lot in my mind and have thought about making a thread on. Essentially, in addition to the P90X program and the supplemental cardio I did, I took every step I could to become more active in general. Parking far away, always taking stairs instead of the elevator, walking to the grocery store or to lunch at work rather than driving, etc. I do little things like this every day and I don't log it on MFP. At the same time, I don't log little things foodwise like a couple bites of someone else's meal, a piece of candy or two when it's out in the breakroom, a few almonds over what I've allotted as a "snack" portion for the day, etc. I don't log these little "extra" food calories either.
The idea is that the extra activity and the extra "little bites" of food that I don't record more or less cancel each other out, but I actively DON'T want to log the numbers and make sure of this- as a way of reminding myself not to feel guilty or obsess over the numerical values instead of remembering to enjoy life every day. That is, with a more active lifestyle in general, you get a little more leeway with your daily "bonuses" than if you're sedentary- there's no reason to feel guilty about it. I know this approach won't work for everybody- if you're snacking a TON without logging it and just, say, walking an extra 20 steps a day, you're going to seriously skew your results. But I've had a lot of success with this little "bonus" trick. I don't know if I explained this well, but I'm a big believer in it and happy to explain more if anyone is interested.
2. Cheat days. Tony Horton does NOT agree with me on this one. But I'm a practitioner of the 80-20 rule. That is, 80% of the time you should be seriously strict about your diet- maintain protein/carb/fat ratios, apply every calorie wisely, don't deviate from your planned meals/principles. But the other 20 percent of the time... well, every once in a while you need to just let yourself be rewarded. If you're in an extreme fitness program like P90X your metabolism will be firing like crazy; and as long as you don't do this too often (no more than once a week), you can treat yourself to whatever unhealthy nonsense the mind can imagine without seriously impacting your overall results. Pizza, ice cream cake, movie-theater-style artery-clog-o popcorn- I'm not joking, these all fit in to my diet one day or another over the last three months.
Before you raise you hand in objection, eyes ablaze with fury: YES, cheat days are technically BAD for you. This is obvious. If you're trying to seriously maximize your results in the most efficient, robotic manner possible, the 80-20 approach is not for you. But I subscribe to the idea that changes to your nutrition when you become serious about fitness does not mean "going on a diet," but permanently CHANGING your diet for the better. I plan to live under some variation of this principle for the rest of my life, not just "until I'm fit." And quality of life is just as important to me as seeing numbers on the scale go down or feeling my arms get bigger. There's room for both occasional excess and extreme fitness within the same individual. And if you're wondering, my heart rate and blood pressure have SUBSTANTIALLY improved since starting P90X (they're the best they've been in my entire life) despite the cheat days
I'm happy to answer any more question anybody would like! I got a ton of help and support online through this first round and I'd love to pay it forward.0 -
Awesome!! You look great!!0
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Awesome, you look great!0
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Thank you very much indeed new friends 0
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