Anyone doing Beachbody Insanity?
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"Also, I noticed that Insanity is not an option in the Myfitnesspal exercise database. Can any of you fellow insaniacs help me out? When you log your exercise, what do you usually log it in as? Thank you in advance!'
Get a heart rate monitor and create your own category, that's what i did. Your HRM will tell you your duration and cals burned.0 -
Yes! I had started the program a few months ago and got fairly far in the first month but then I was in a car accident and had back problems so I had to stop. I just recently started it again and am on day 4! I'm really determined to get through the whole program. I have seen such amazing success stories from Insanity and it's definitely the hardest workout I've ever done. A lot of people say not to focus on the scale while doing the program because it might say you're not losing any weight, but your body is still transforming. I've been trying to live by this rule, even though it's hard because I'd like to lose at least 20 pounds. I am going to start logging my calories in here so I can balance calories consumed and calories burned but according to Myfitnesspal, it calculates that I should only be eating 1200 calories a day. I'm wondering if this is too little since I am doing such a high intensity program. Also, I noticed that Insanity is not an option in the Myfitnesspal exercise database. Can any of you fellow insaniacs help me out? When you log your exercise, what do you usually log it in as? Thank you in advance!
I hope you choose to try Insanity! I really don't think you will regret it!
I just started Insanity last week! Do you have a body fat monitor/scale? Many people (including myself) focus way too much on the scale and BMI. It's all about body fat %. If you can figure out how many calories you burned doing Insanity, like tracking heart rate throughout, you can customize your own workout in the Exercise section.
Keep it up and good luck!0 -
MFP is giving me like 1250 and BB is giving me 1900 so im gonna go with 1500-1600 a day0
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and so if i burn 500 that day i should re-eat that too, so 2000 total. Yikes. Just seems high but ill try it0
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I've done Insanity a few times through. I got ridiculous results, which are actually my profile picture It works!! Feel free to friend me if you want to talk shop, have questions etc.
Katie0 -
MFP is giving me like 1250 and BB is giving me 1900 so im gonna go with 1500-1600 a day
That's a pretty good figure. I think MFP low-balls a bit and BB goes way high. When I did Insanity for the first time I stayed around 1400-1500 I saw some great results (I'm really short so I kept the cal count a little lower).
Katie0 -
Yes! I had started the program a few months ago and got fairly far in the first month but then I was in a car accident and had back problems so I had to stop. I just recently started it again and am on day 4! I'm really determined to get through the whole program. I have seen such amazing success stories from Insanity and it's definitely the hardest workout I've ever done. A lot of people say not to focus on the scale while doing the program because it might say you're not losing any weight, but your body is still transforming. I've been trying to live by this rule, even though it's hard because I'd like to lose at least 20 pounds. I am going to start logging my calories in here so I can balance calories consumed and calories burned but according to Myfitnesspal, it calculates that I should only be eating 1200 calories a day. I'm wondering if this is too little since I am doing such a high intensity program. Also, I noticed that Insanity is not an option in the Myfitnesspal exercise database. Can any of you fellow insaniacs help me out? When you log your exercise, what do you usually log it in as? Thank you in advance!
I hope you choose to try Insanity! I really don't think you will regret it!
Do you have a heart rate monitor? That's your best bet on figuring out your calorie burn. It's different for everyone of course based on height and weight. Polar's run reasonably inexpensive and are pretty accurate. 1200 calories are way too few! For Insanity you want to be up at least 1400-1500. You are exactly right about hiding the scale. In the first few days of a workout program you're actually likely to see a bit of a rise in the scale before it goes down. This is because your body is retaining water and building muscle. But don't give up, keep pushing play and it will go down. Actually when I did the program, I saw the most dramatic changes on the scale during recovery week. The true story is going to be told in your measurements and the way your clothes fit.
Are you working with a Team Beachbody coach? I'd love to help you out if you're not! (that goes for anybody :-) )
Katie0 -
This makes me want to buy Insanity. I was thinking about it. Now I may really give it a go.
You won't regret it, seriously It's hard work but SO worth it! 0 -
Btw, i'm now vegetarian and I don't think i could even consume that many a day now WITHOUT eating total crap.....
Have you considered Shakeology? They make two vegan flavors. I have mine every morning and they are absolutely amazing. So good for you too!0 -
Ok., ill try that! Thanks!!0
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I just finished the Recovery Week and have "only" lost 11 lbs. However my cellulite all over my body is about 90% gone (and I had a LOT), my skin is shiny and healthy, I have muscle definition all over (where I was just jiggles before) and don't jiggle when I walk any more. And, the kicker came last night. I mistakenly bought 3 pairs of jeans FIVE years ago that were 2 sizes smaller than I needed and a slim cut. Tried them on last night just to see where I was and they went ON. ALL THE WAY. Couldn't even get them up to one of my thighs before starting Insanity. I'm wearing them now and I'm never taking them off! Been following the meal plan 100% except for 3 days, did the exercises on the days I was supposed to and gave up ALL coffee, pop, sugar, and white bread; and I'm never going back. My energy is through the roof and I can't WAIT to see what month 2 brings!
This makes me want to actually OPEN my Insanity package. I have been fearful of it because I have ZERO stamina. But after your success with it so far, I am totally ripping that package open and starting STAT!
Awesome! Do it...it will change your life. And I had zero stamina as well. Don't be afraid, and if you are, that's ok! Between you and me, I CRIED EACH DAY the first week before each work out. I was scared I couldn't do it, wouldn't finish, wouldn't see results, and scared to DO the workout LOL. It's ok. Dig deep...if I can do it, you can do it!0 -
I just finished my 2nd round of Insanity,it's awesome it's a love hate relationship but push through and you will see amazing results!!0
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I started last week, in combination with my new Diet and lost 11 pounds in 6 days.
Down another 2.5 already this week, so cant complain about it at all.0 -
Dude, you already have a slim tight body ofcourse you won't see HUGE results.Also I heard that you don't start seeing real results until the 4th week. And when I said I haven't seen any huge changes I mean I haven't dropped insane pounds and inches. I have dropped a few inches but my pounds are around the same.
I did it for a month and dropped 6 kilo and 2 sizes, month 2 is a real ***** though0 -
I just restarted another cycle this week.
My calorie intake has been at or under where it should be, and so far I haven't seen any weight loss.
The last time I did Insanity, I dropped a good amount of weight, but more importantly, I lost inches.......especially around the waist.
Additionally, even though I was sore from the workout, I felt great.......got to love those endorphins.0 -
I've done it 3 times since July. One full round, one max cardio round and last week I started another full round.
I was somewhere around 208 when I started in July, I'm now 165. Coupled with eating properly and running, I've gotten great results!
With anything, not all exercises are for everyone, so you need to evaluate your fitness level first. However, it can be done! In the beginning I was horrible!! I couldn't even do a full 30 second move without stopping 2-3 times, but now I can finish a whole workout!! Pure Cardio & Cardio Power & Resistance are my fave!
Good luck!!
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I highly suggest taking before pictures and weighing yourself as well as measuring. Even if the scale doesn't move you're probably losing inches.0
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I have done insanity in the past and I had actually ended up gaining weight from it. I lost about 5 inches collectively but gained about 5 pounds.0
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I would definitely recommend getting a HRM - not so much for calorie burn (although that's nice) but to check your heart rate. Insanity is so tough it's good to know when to back off. It's also useful in checking progress over the weeks.0
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Ive done it and saw a huge difference !! Im on my second round gotta love insanity =]0
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I am on week 2 of Insanity and feel the same way as you. I know I shouldn't be focusing on the scale to measure results but it is so hard not to!. I as well would like to lose around 20lbs. I have lost 1.6lbs in the first 2 weeks so far but the scale flucuates daily and some days can be rather discouraging. MFP recommends 1200calories for my goal as well. I think I am going to try and follow that then add around 300-400cals for workouts...we will see how this goes!0
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I did it about 40 days and went from a size 8 to a 4, though only lost about 12lbs.
Yeah i got a bit to lose....Im at 173 but to be within my BMI i need to be about 145-150ish. Have really no desire to go lower or to be super thin. I like to have a little meat just not as much as i have
just to add... I wasn't super thin.
I went from being in the 150s to 143.
even when I was at my lowest weight of 117, I STILL couldn't wear a four!0 -
Wow, this is so inspiring. Good for you! I have just finished week one of the programme, and am loving it!0
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I just finished the Recovery Week and have "only" lost 11 lbs. However my cellulite all over my body is about 90% gone (and I had a LOT), my skin is shiny and healthy, I have muscle definition all over (where I was just jiggles before) and don't jiggle when I walk any more. And, the kicker came last night. I mistakenly bought 3 pairs of jeans FIVE years ago that were 2 sizes smaller than I needed and a slim cut. Tried them on last night just to see where I was and they went ON. ALL THE WAY. Couldn't even get them up to one of my thighs before starting Insanity. I'm wearing them now and I'm never taking them off! Been following the meal plan 100% except for 3 days, did the exercises on the days I was supposed to and gave up ALL coffee, pop, sugar, and white bread; and I'm never going back. My energy is through the roof and I can't WAIT to see what month 2 brings!
Wow, this is so inspiring. Good for you! I have just finished week one of the programme, and am loving it!0 -
I have done insanity in the past and I had actually ended up gaining weight from it. I lost about 5 inches collectively but gained about 5 pounds.
Muscle weighs more than fat...0
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