Insanity - started today (7/16/12)

telcochik

I loved your comment about not having to keep up with them, that was my hardest part the first time I did it. I tried to keep pace with him and the girl on there and about killed myself lol.

OMG, as a beginner to this program, that's the hardest part for me to remember! I've done 3 rounds of Turbo Fire and I can totally keep up with Chalene now but I forget that I didn't start out being able to even do 100% of the choreography let alone throw myself into the workout with the required intensity. I just want to keep plugging away and EARN MY TEE SHIRT!!!

WHO ELSE WANTS TO EARN THEIR TEE SHIRT WITH ME???????

mollyanne01

I did Insanity last year and had great results. It also helped my running immensely. I read this thread yesterday and broke out the DVDs as soon as I got home! Thanks for the motivation!! Feel free to add me if you need more buddies!

telcochik

I ordered insanity last night and hopefully will be starting this weekend!

Good for you! LET'S DO THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

telcochik

I did Insanity last year and had great results. It also helped my running immensely. I read this thread yesterday and broke out the DVDs as soon as I got home! Thanks for the motivation!! Feel free to add me if you need more buddies!

Aww that's so nice to hear!!! I will definitely be adding you to my buddy list!

telcochik

If any of you are on Facebook feel free to look me up on my fan page...@sharonseamanfit (that's my Twitter handle as well)

SocWkrBee

I started yesterday. I did the fit test. Whew!! I am not following the meal plan. I am following the calories MFP gave me to lose one pound as a sedentary person.

I may try the meal plan, depending on how things shape up after the first month.

Feel free to add me. I am a pretty active/supportive member on here. :happy:

mrsdamr

I have had the DVD now for over a month - and haven't started it. I decided to go back to the gym instead. Now after reading this thread, I want to leave work and go home and do it. That being said - I can only work out in the morning - due to Kids schedules -I think I will get up tomorrow morning, do the Fit Test - and head after to the gym for a cool down .

telcochik

I have had the DVD now for over a month - and haven't started it. I decided to go back to the gym instead. Now after reading this thread, I want to leave work and go home and do it. That being said - I can only work out in the morning - due to Kids schedules -I think I will get up tomorrow morning, do the Fit Test - and head after to the gym for a cool down .

I am in my basement at 4:45am every morning to press play. I like to work out before everyone in my house gets up because it's nice and quiet. No interruptions or distractions. Do it Girlfriend and then come back here, post your progress, and join me in earning the tee shirt!!! Off to friend you right now!

ramgi

All the best to you! You have a great attitude.

telcochik

All the best to you! You have a great attitude.

Thank you!!! It's people like you that make MFP such a great community.

recruiter57

I'm getting ready to buy the series to start it after my running cycle this month. Is there anything I should be prepared for/need to have to get started?

telcochik

I'm getting ready to buy the series to start it after my running cycle this month. Is there anything I should be prepared for/need to have to get started?

Definitely invest in a good pair of cross trainers and a heart rate monitor if you don't already have them. Depending on the floor you'll be working out on you may also want to use a jump mat for additional cushion. Otherwise, the beauty of Insanity is that you don't need any equipment to do the program.

djbrink21

Was just looking for a thread like this to find some Insanity buddies. I started this Sunday and finished day 3 today. Used a HRM for the first time this morning and ended up burning 680 calories (a far cry from the 300 I put into MFP the first 2 days). This is my third time starting Insanity. My record being day 6 before I crapped out. Hoping to make it all the way this time and knowing there are others out there doing it with me can only help.

I am down 15 pounds since the last time I started Insanity and I can see that there is a difference, made it through the whole fit test without pausing it (not something that had happened before). Bought the HRM, kicked the booze and am eating right (for 3 days so far at least). Weighed in Sunday morning at 235; really hoping I can stick with it and see some results. I'm doing the Tough Mudder in September (work guys convinced me to sign up) and would love to be in better shape for that.

All Insanity buddies are welcome to add me I can use all the encouragement and will dish some back as well.

telcochik

Was just looking for a thread like this to find some Insanity buddies. I started this Sunday and finished day 3 today. Used a HRM for the first time this morning and ended up burning 680 calories (a far cry from the 300 I put into MFP the first 2 days). This is my third time starting Insanity. My record being day 6 before I crapped out. Hoping to make it all the way this time and knowing there are others out there doing it with me can only help.

I am down 15 pounds since the last time I started Insanity and I can see that there is a difference, made it through the whole fit test without pausing it (not something that had happened before). Bought the HRM, kicked the booze and am eating right (for 3 days so far at least). Weighed in Sunday morning at 235; really hoping I can stick with it and see some results. I'm doing the Tough Mudder in September (work guys convinced me to sign up) and would love to be in better shape for that.

All Insanity buddies are welcome to add me I can use all the encouragement and will dish some back as well.

OMG you sound just like me! This is my 3rd attempt at doing Insanity as well. The first time I made it through the first month and then allowed myself to get intimidated by the length of the workouts in month 2 so I quit. The 2nd time I made it through the first couple of days and then convinced myself I wasn't ready for the challenge. This time I am determined to make it all the way through the entire program. I want my shirt!!!

So glad you friended me since it sounds like we're going to be able to help each other succeed. Glad also that you found my thread. I hope to see you posting regularly now!!! Congrats on your results to date...15 lbs is no joke!
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hellohugo

I started 7/16/12 too! The fit test almost had me on the floor! i'm scared for today, but we have to dig deeper! Anyone looking for insanity buddies msg me, I think we all need to support each other!

kpmom913

wow, way to go....good luck. I purchased the p90x system awhile back and have not had the courage to try it out yet......you go girl!!

deanne525

congrats on starting!!

I just finished day 3 today. it is hard, hard, hard, but i am determined to stick with it. i was literally dripping with sweat after today's workout, but i felt great when i was done! not following the diet plan exactly, but i have made alot of postive changes in my diet. Today i had a multi grain english muffin, all natural PB, apple, protein bar for snack, grilled chicken salad for lunch, grapes, dinner I am making pizzas for the family, but i will stick to 2 slices and have a salad with it. hoping to see a little weight loss by weeks end!

telcochik

wow, way to go....good luck. I purchased the p90x system awhile back and have not had the courage to try it out yet......you go girl!!

C'mon what do you have to lose by trying ...besides weight :bigsmile: lol! Friend me if you want some support and encouragement. I love helping others succeed in their weight loss journeys!

telcochik

congrats on starting!!

I just finished day 3 today. it is hard, hard, hard, but i am determined to stick with it. i was literally dripping with sweat after today's workout, but i felt great when i was done! not following the diet plan exactly, but i have made alot of postive changes in my diet. Today i had a multi grain english muffin, all natural PB, apple, protein bar for snack, grilled chicken salad for lunch, grapes, dinner I am making pizzas for the family, but i will stick to 2 slices and have a salad with it. hoping to see a little weight loss by weeks end!

GREAT JOB TO YOU AS WELL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I think as long as you make clean eating choices and stay close to the calorie allowance the calculator in the nutrition guide gives you, you should see results. Oh and drink plenty of water to help things move along!

recruiter57

What HRM did you get? I'm looking into them.

telcochik

I have a Polar T7 which I love. I had to get used to the feeling of wearing a chest strap but now I don't even notice it.

jotsaroop

hey guys, i too started (again) yesterday. i've been doing it on and off for a while, but thought its about time i stick to the plan!! just finished of plyometric and feeling good!! managed to get through the warmup without taking a break. Am using the Polar FT7 too, but not sure how accurate it is.

telcochik

hey guys, i too started (again) yesterday. i've been doing it on and off for a while, but thought its about time i stick to the plan!! just finished of plyometric and feeling good!! managed to get through the warmup without taking a break. Am using the Polar FT7 too, but not sure how accurate it is.

Welcome fellow Insane person! So happy you've decided to join us!

I only use the results from my HRM to gauge personal performance. I write down my burn result every day so I'm able to compare how I did previously in a particular workout to the new result. If I beat the number then I obviously pushed a bit harder. If I miss the number then perhaps I need to step it up next time. This way I don't stress about how accurate the number actually is!

telcochik

Day 3 Cardio Power and Resistance is in the books! I finally got a replacement battery for my HRM so I was able to use it today (yay). Had a solid day of eating yesterday, lots of water, and I actually got 7 hours of uninterrupted sleep so, except for major soreness all over my body, I feel pretty great! Took my starting measurements this morning as well (ugh). :sad: The good news is that there's nowhere to go but UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Only 57 more workouts until I earn my shirt!!! Dig deep my friends! We can do this!

telcochik

Day 4 - Cardio Recovery...ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh! I don't think I've ever fully appreciated what a long stretch can do to work the kinks out of my very sore muscles! Since my HRM is now working I threw it on just out of habit so although I recorded a 225 calorie burn, because of the type of workout this was I didn't expect that the result would be very high.

Only 2 more workouts to finish up my first week. I'm looking forward to doing Plyo again just to see if I'm able to do more than the first time.

Hope everyone has a great day!

erinleigh76

it's on my list to buy and use in the future :0...not quite ready to do that yet

telcochik

Whew day 5 Pure Cardio is done. That was tough! I took so many breaks just to get through but I didn't quit. Looking forward to Sunday rest day for sure.

Hope you all have a great day.

55 days to go...!

macpacman

Good job telcochik, I prefer doing it in the evenings. Pure Cardio as well today and 55 days to go :P Keep it up.

pastryari

I've got Pure Cardio & Cardio Abs today. I'm nervous to see what this workout is like.

rusialeelee

Did you guys all buy the entire insanity workout? I'm a college student and I would rather not spend that much money on a workout video..... Although it would be great to have it since it's only 60 days and that's how long I have to fit into a beautiful Maid of Honor dress.......Anyone have any advice...?