Rushfit

BigDougie1211

Howdy folks.
I'm looking for the benfit of someone else's experience here.
I've just finished Insanity and started the Asylum. By the end that'll be 3 months hard graft, but I don't want to be at a loose end so I'm already looking ahead to my next program.
I'm considering Rushfit and was just wondering if anyone else has completed this program?
How does it compare to Insanity?
I'm looking for a good cardio work out as I plan to return to competitive football ( Soccer ) for the start of next season. I'm quite a strng guy ( relatively speaking I suppose ) though, so I want a decent strength work out too. The weights and cardio aspect of Rushfit looks like it might tick the boxes, but I'm just wonderin if anyone with experience could elaborate a bit for me?
Thanks in advance.

BigDougie1211

Bumping on the off chance.

contingencyplan

I have written a whole review of Rushfit. Regarding comparisons to Insanity, you can't really compare the two as they have different goals in mind. Insanity is more or less an overblown weight loss program with almost nothing but cardio. Not much strength training. Rushfit on the other hand is a circuit training program that leaves the cardio up to you. There is one cardio DVD included with the kit which you can use on cardio days, but the schedule simply tells you "cardio" on these days.

In my opinion, Rushfit is the single best workout DVD system out. It won't burn as many calories per workout as ones like Insanity, but it's also way safer and constitutes more of a "complete" workout, with a very obvious logic to the workouts that is missing from Insanity which is basically just cardio.

tacguy

A great program for athletic performance is P90X2.

BigDougie1211

Contingency
Thanks for that.
To be fair, an overblown weight loss and ridiculusly cardio heavy program is pretty much exactly what I needed when I started Insanity.
I needed that major kick start to be able to sustain a decent level of intensity, let alone just to get the jersey on again without looking daft!!
The Asylum seems much more balanced in terms of athletic fitness. There are speed ladder drills, weights etc so it will probably help me towards my goal ( pardon the pun ).
I'm hoping by the time Insanity has run it's course, I'll be at a weight where I don't have to drop the poundage so quickly and can concentrate on a more rounded fitness plan.
Your description of RushFit makes me think it might fit the bill. I'm thinking I can use the plan/system but still participate fully in team training sessions / games etc and these could be my designated " Cardio " sessions.
Thanks for the heads up

Tacguy - at this point I have both Insanitys ( Insanities? ) and easy access to Rushfit.
I'l mabe have a bit of a youtbe scan at P90X2 and see how it grabs me. I think financially it makes sense to work with what I have at the minute though.

contingencyplan

A great program for athletic performance is P90X2.

P90X2 is not bad, it's just hard to get into because there's SO much equipment you need if you want to do the program "right." And half the time with how they use the equipment you're never quite sure if what you're watching is really a workout program or just a sales pitch for all this extra stuff Beachbody wants you to buy. Plus just like with P90X it doesn't leave room for you to supplement it with your own team sports or fun fitness ventures outside of your workout schedule.

Asylum is one of the best programs Beachbody is currently putting out if your goals are mainly functional in nature. However the agility ladder and jump rope included in the kit are cheap and just poorly constructed. Many people have complained of having to replace the rope before they completed their initial 30 day routine. Also the agility ladder only has 5 rungs which means Asylum workouts are the only thing you'll ever be able to use it for. Most normal ones are like 15 feet or longer.

tacguy

Contingency
Thanks for that.
To be fair, an overblown weight loss and ridiculusly cardio heavy program is pretty much exactly what I needed when I started Insanity.
I needed that major kick start to be able to sustain a decent level of intensity, let alone just to get the jersey on again without looking daft!!
The Asylum seems much more balanced in terms of athletic fitness. There are speed ladder drills, weights etc so it will probably help me towards my goal ( pardon the pun ).
I'm hoping by the time Insanity has run it's course, I'll be at a weight where I don't have to drop the poundage so quickly and can concentrate on a more rounded fitness plan.
Your description of RushFit makes me think it might fit the bill. I'm thinking I can use the plan/system but still participate fully in team training sessions / games etc and these could be my designated " Cardio " sessions.
Thanks for the heads up

Tacguy - at this point I have both Insanitys ( Insanities? ) and easy access to Rushfit.
I'l mabe have a bit of a youtbe scan at P90X2 and see how it grabs me. I think financially it makes sense to work with what I have at the minute though.

Good luck, Man!

tacguy

A great program for athletic performance is P90X2.

P90X2 is not bad, it's just hard to get into because there's SO much equipment you need if you want to do the program "right." And half the time with how they use the equipment you're never quite sure if what you're watching is really a workout program or just a sales pitch for all this extra stuff Beachbody wants you to buy. Plus just like with P90X it doesn't leave room for you to supplement it with your own team sports or fun fitness ventures outside of your workout schedule.

I've done many of these programs, including Insanity. I can only speak for myself that X2 got me fitter than I have ever been in my life. It is not a sale pitch - it works.
There is an investment in equipment, unless a local gym may have it. I bought my stuff cheaper locally than I could have from them.
I have not done Rushfit, but I have friends who do it and they love that one too.
How much room do you want to do things outside the program? I played for TWO ball teams last summer while doing X2. I don't understand what " leave room for you to supplement it with your own team sports or fun fitness ventures " is supposed to mean...
Have you ever done a round of P90X2?

contingencyplan

A great program for athletic performance is P90X2.

P90X2 is not bad, it's just hard to get into because there's SO much equipment you need if you want to do the program "right." And half the time with how they use the equipment you're never quite sure if what you're watching is really a workout program or just a sales pitch for all this extra stuff Beachbody wants you to buy. Plus just like with P90X it doesn't leave room for you to supplement it with your own team sports or fun fitness ventures outside of your workout schedule.

I've done many of these programs, including Insanity. I can only speak for myself that X2 got me fitter than I have ever been in my life. It is not a sale pitch - it works.
There is an investment in equipment, unless a local gym may have it. I bought my stuff cheaper locally than I could have from them.
I have not done Rushfit, but I have friends who do it and they love that one too.
How much room do you want to do things outside the program? I played for TWO ball teams last summer while doing X2. I don't understand what " leave room for you to supplement it with your own team sports or fun fitness ventures " is supposed to mean...
Have you ever done a round of P90X2?

I have done the individual workouts but due to medical issues I am unable to follow the schedule. What I meant by that is that, and this is simple basic exercise science, you DO need rest in order to ensure injury prevention and optimize results. Stacking a program that has you working out 5-6 days a week at high intensity with additional high intensity activity is a recipe for disaster. Perhaps you have gotten lucky so far in avoiding injury, but the fact is these programs were not designed to be supplemented with additional activity. They were not designed for lifestyles. They were designed for short term transformations and short term goals, for people to segue into overall active, healthy, athletic lifestyles. And no offense but as a coach, you stand to make money off of selling these programs to people on these forums, which says to take everything you have to say regarding your success with these programs with a grain of salt.

BigDougie1211

You lads both look a lot fitter than me, but for my part, I'd ideally want 3 free sessions a week - 2 for training and 1 for games.
But with some of the programmes, there are stetching / relief days and a rest day which means I can make time.
At the minute I'm focussing on geting myself fit to play again so happy to forgo games and team training for a while.
Once I'm fit again, I can modify the plans to maintain fitness and include the team sessions.

tacguy

A great program for athletic performance is P90X2.

P90X2 is not bad, it's just hard to get into because there's SO much equipment you need if you want to do the program "right." And half the time with how they use the equipment you're never quite sure if what you're watching is really a workout program or just a sales pitch for all this extra stuff Beachbody wants you to buy. Plus just like with P90X it doesn't leave room for you to supplement it with your own team sports or fun fitness ventures outside of your workout schedule.

I've done many of these programs, including Insanity. I can only speak for myself that X2 got me fitter than I have ever been in my life. It is not a sale pitch - it works.
There is an investment in equipment, unless a local gym may have it. I bought my stuff cheaper locally than I could have from them.
I have not done Rushfit, but I have friends who do it and they love that one too.
How much room do you want to do things outside the program? I played for TWO ball teams last summer while doing X2. I don't understand what " leave room for you to supplement it with your own team sports or fun fitness ventures " is supposed to mean...
Have you ever done a round of P90X2?

I have done the individual workouts but due to medical issues I am unable to follow the schedule. What I meant by that is that, and this is simple basic exercise science, you DO need rest in order to ensure injury prevention and optimize results. Stacking a program that has you working out 5-6 days a week at high intensity with additional high intensity activity is a recipe for disaster. Perhaps you have gotten lucky so far in avoiding injury, but the fact is these programs were not designed to be supplemented with additional activity. They were not designed for lifestyles. They were designed for short term transformations and short term goals, for people to segue into overall active, healthy, athletic lifestyles. And no offense but as a coach, you stand to make money off of selling these programs to people on these forums, which says to take everything you have to say regarding your success with these programs with a grain of salt.

Well, I'm 45 in two weeks and I'm in better shape now than I have ever been. Benefits are short term only if physical activity ceases, regardless of the program you do. Just because I like these programs, does not mean that I do not live a healthy lifestyle.
I never get hurt because I stay fit and I have variety in my fitness. Luck has nothing to do with it. If you really look into the program, you would see that recovery time is a big part of it. There are two recovery sessions plus yoga a week.
As for being a coach, all I try to do is share my experiences. Believe me; I do not make a pile of money. I know there are some coaches who get quite pushy. That pisses me off too.
I don’t tell people to only do Beachbody programs. I just happen to have had great results from them myself. And not short term. I have been doing them for almost 4 years now. Before that, I pumped weights at the local gym and ran three times a week, but never had results like this and never felt this good, this limber, this springy and this young! So, it works for me. It may not be for everyone and I understand that.
Some people dismiss DVD programs simply because they are on DVDs. If the workout was written down on a piece of paper instead of being on a DVD, would it matter?
Unlike some (not referring to you), I do not simply dismiss other fitness programs or routines simply because it’s not my thing.
Well, that’s enough ranting for now. LOL.
Thanks for the feedback Contingency. Good luck on your own training!

Joe

contingencyplan

A great program for athletic performance is P90X2.

P90X2 is not bad, it's just hard to get into because there's SO much equipment you need if you want to do the program "right." And half the time with how they use the equipment you're never quite sure if what you're watching is really a workout program or just a sales pitch for all this extra stuff Beachbody wants you to buy. Plus just like with P90X it doesn't leave room for you to supplement it with your own team sports or fun fitness ventures outside of your workout schedule.

I've done many of these programs, including Insanity. I can only speak for myself that X2 got me fitter than I have ever been in my life. It is not a sale pitch - it works.
There is an investment in equipment, unless a local gym may have it. I bought my stuff cheaper locally than I could have from them.
I have not done Rushfit, but I have friends who do it and they love that one too.
How much room do you want to do things outside the program? I played for TWO ball teams last summer while doing X2. I don't understand what " leave room for you to supplement it with your own team sports or fun fitness ventures " is supposed to mean...
Have you ever done a round of P90X2?

I have done the individual workouts but due to medical issues I am unable to follow the schedule. What I meant by that is that, and this is simple basic exercise science, you DO need rest in order to ensure injury prevention and optimize results. Stacking a program that has you working out 5-6 days a week at high intensity with additional high intensity activity is a recipe for disaster. Perhaps you have gotten lucky so far in avoiding injury, but the fact is these programs were not designed to be supplemented with additional activity. They were not designed for lifestyles. They were designed for short term transformations and short term goals, for people to segue into overall active, healthy, athletic lifestyles. And no offense but as a coach, you stand to make money off of selling these programs to people on these forums, which says to take everything you have to say regarding your success with these programs with a grain of salt.

Well, I'm 45 in two weeks and I'm in better shape now than I have ever been. Benefits are short term only if physical activity ceases, regardless of the program you do. Just because I like these programs, does not mean that I do not live a healthy lifestyle.
I never get hurt because I stay fit and I have variety in my fitness. Luck has nothing to do with it. If you really look into the program, you would see that recovery time is a big part of it. There are two recovery sessions plus yoga a week.
As for being a coach, all I try to do is share my experiences. Believe me; I do not make a pile of money. I know there are some coaches who get quite pushy. That pisses me off too.
I don’t tell people to only do Beachbody programs. I just happen to have had great results from them myself. And not short term. I have been doing them for almost 4 years now. Before that, I pumped weights at the local gym and ran three times a week, but never had results like this and never felt this good, this limber, this springy and this young! So, it works for me. It may not be for everyone and I understand that.
Some people dismiss DVD programs simply because they are on DVDs. If the workout was written down on a piece of paper instead of being on a DVD, would it matter?
Unlike some (not referring to you), I do not simply dismiss other fitness programs or routines simply because it’s not my thing.
Well, that’s enough ranting for now. LOL.
Thanks for the feedback Contingency. Good luck on your own training!

Joe

Sorry if you took offense and assumed I was lumping you in with the pushy ones. My main issue with DVD programs is the old adage about giving a man a fish vs. teaching a man to fish. DVDs hand you the fish because they don't seek to educate you on how to do this stuff on your own once the programs have ended. Instead they lock you in a cycle of DVD after DVD, and that's no way to live. People should be learning about this stuff, how to come up with their own routines.

nanook37

I did two weeks of insanity before my arches and knees told me it might be better to try something else and went to Rushfit - Using my HRM I find I actually burn almost the same number of calories (between 500 to 590) doing Insanity and Rushfit. The biggest difference is than in Rushfit the intensity comes from moving weight (either your body-weight or smallish dumbbells) and not jumping and squatting at a crazy pace.

I actually liked Insanity but I think Rushfit is a better program since I get about the same calorie burn with more strength components.

tacguy

A great program for athletic performance is P90X2.

P90X2 is not bad, it's just hard to get into because there's SO much equipment you need if you want to do the program "right." And half the time with how they use the equipment you're never quite sure if what you're watching is really a workout program or just a sales pitch for all this extra stuff Beachbody wants you to buy. Plus just like with P90X it doesn't leave room for you to supplement it with your own team sports or fun fitness ventures outside of your workout schedule.

I've done many of these programs, including Insanity. I can only speak for myself that X2 got me fitter than I have ever been in my life. It is not a sale pitch - it works.
There is an investment in equipment, unless a local gym may have it. I bought my stuff cheaper locally than I could have from them.
I have not done Rushfit, but I have friends who do it and they love that one too.
How much room do you want to do things outside the program? I played for TWO ball teams last summer while doing X2. I don't understand what " leave room for you to supplement it with your own team sports or fun fitness ventures " is supposed to mean...
Have you ever done a round of P90X2?

I have done the individual workouts but due to medical issues I am unable to follow the schedule. What I meant by that is that, and this is simple basic exercise science, you DO need rest in order to ensure injury prevention and optimize results. Stacking a program that has you working out 5-6 days a week at high intensity with additional high intensity activity is a recipe for disaster. Perhaps you have gotten lucky so far in avoiding injury, but the fact is these programs were not designed to be supplemented with additional activity. They were not designed for lifestyles. They were designed for short term transformations and short term goals, for people to segue into overall active, healthy, athletic lifestyles. And no offense but as a coach, you stand to make money off of selling these programs to people on these forums, which says to take everything you have to say regarding your success with these programs with a grain of salt.

Well, I'm 45 in two weeks and I'm in better shape now than I have ever been. Benefits are short term only if physical activity ceases, regardless of the program you do. Just because I like these programs, does not mean that I do not live a healthy lifestyle.
I never get hurt because I stay fit and I have variety in my fitness. Luck has nothing to do with it. If you really look into the program, you would see that recovery time is a big part of it. There are two recovery sessions plus yoga a week.
As for being a coach, all I try to do is share my experiences. Believe me; I do not make a pile of money. I know there are some coaches who get quite pushy. That pisses me off too.
I don’t tell people to only do Beachbody programs. I just happen to have had great results from them myself. And not short term. I have been doing them for almost 4 years now. Before that, I pumped weights at the local gym and ran three times a week, but never had results like this and never felt this good, this limber, this springy and this young! So, it works for me. It may not be for everyone and I understand that.
Some people dismiss DVD programs simply because they are on DVDs. If the workout was written down on a piece of paper instead of being on a DVD, would it matter?
Unlike some (not referring to you), I do not simply dismiss other fitness programs or routines simply because it’s not my thing.
Well, that’s enough ranting for now. LOL.
Thanks for the feedback Contingency. Good luck on your own training!

Joe

Sorry if you took offense and assumed I was lumping you in with the pushy ones. My main issue with DVD programs is the old adage about giving a man a fish vs. teaching a man to fish. DVDs hand you the fish because they don't seek to educate you on how to do this stuff on your own once the programs have ended. Instead they lock you in a cycle of DVD after DVD, and that's no way to live. People should be learning about this stuff, how to come up with their own routines.

No offense taken, man. I agree with a lot of what you have to say. I like learning about other fitness programs, nutrition, kinesiology et. . I'm a career student in that regard! BUT, most people, (including me sometimes), just want to be spoon fed things without really having to understand the "why" and "how". Especially people just getting into exercise for the first time. And that's OK.

Take care.

Greenrun99

Why don't you do Rushfit, and on the free cardio days it gives you do an Insanity workout.. Pure Cardio or one of those.. that will cover your cardio while Rushfit will help with the strength training. Plus you might save some money since you own 1 of the tapes already.. (Or you can do an Insanity workout and an Asylum workout on the 2nd day.. a Hybrid type thing)

contingencyplan

Why don't you do Rushfit, and on the free cardio days it gives you do an Insanity workout.. Pure Cardio or one of those.. that will cover your cardio while Rushfit will help with the strength training. Plus you might save some money since you own 1 of the tapes already.. (Or you can do an Insanity workout and an Asylum workout on the 2nd day.. a Hybrid type thing)

Insanity workouts per the Rushfit guidelines are too high intensity to be used as cardio. It'll actually slow your results. Remember muscles need rest to strengthen and build, and EVERY rushfit workout is a full body one. The cardio you do should not be something that is ball-to-the-wall intensity.