INSANITY WORKOUT starting feb. 17 , 2013!!
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I started Insanity with my roommate yesterday.
We busted through the first 4 tests before she felt like feinting and I nearly puked. So we took an extra long break and made it through the last four. Turns out, we think, we just over-exerted ourselves on the first tests.
Today was a lot better. I took a lot of breaks and cut a few corners (but who doesn't?) and made it through the whole video.
It definitely had me sweating buckets!
Day 3 tomorrow afternoon!0 -
Hi! I started Insanity yesterday Feb 18, I don't have a heart rate monitor at the moment, but I was wondering you would track your calories burned on MFP?
Hi! If you look I believe on the second page of this topic a lady posted a link to a site with an idea of how much you burn based on your weight
Thank you!!0 -
I started Insanity with my roommate yesterday.
We busted through the first 4 tests before she felt like feinting and I nearly puked. So we took an extra long break and made it through the last four. Turns out, we think, we just over-exerted ourselves on the first tests.
Today was a lot better. I took a lot of breaks and cut a few corners (but who doesn't?) and made it through the whole video.
It definitely had me sweating buckets!
Day 3 tomorrow afternoon!
Good for you guys! Ya the fit test was my eye opener to set my own pace lol. Just
Do what you can , you may be able to keep up with them at the end who knows lol! Good luck just keep pressing play!0 -
Just started with the Fit Test yesterday! Jeeze that ish is hard! I am hoping to see results soon to keep me motivated!
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So I did my fit test this morning because my dvds were supposed to be available for pick up at the post office but they went out for delivery.
My stats
Switch Kicks- 90
Power Jacks- 39
Power Knees- 88
Power Jumps -26
Globe Jumps-10
Suicide Jumps- 11
Push up jacks- 11 (which is awesome seeing as before p90x I couldn't even do a push up)
Low plank oblique- 300 -
Hi! I started Insanity yesterday Feb 18, I don't have a heart rate monitor at the moment, but I was wondering you would track your calories burned on MFP?
Hi! If you look I believe on the second page of this topic a lady posted a link to a site with an idea of how much you burn based on your weight
While that is a decent site you really should get a HRM to be accurate because it really depends on how hard you push yourself when you do the workout. Depending on how tired I was/how hard I went/how into it I was my calorie burn varied each time I did the same workout.0 -
Yes this exactly unfortunately I'm on reading week and all we have back home here is Walmart ... There hrm's break within ten minutes of me owning one so this will have to suffice till a) my paycheck comes in and b) I'm not in my hometown but back in a city lolHi! I started Insanity yesterday Feb 18, I don't have a heart rate monitor at the moment, but I was wondering you would track your calories burned on MFP?
Hi! If you look I believe on the second page of this topic a lady posted a link to a site with an idea of how much you burn based on your weight
While that is a decent site you really should get a HRM to be accurate because it really depends on how hard you push yourself when you do the workout. Depending on how tired I was/how hard I went/how into it I was my calorie burn varied each time I did the same workout.0 -
So I did my fit test this morning because my dvds were supposed to be available for pick up at the post office but they went out for delivery.
My stats
Switch Kicks- 90
Power Jacks- 39
Power Knees- 88
Power Jumps -26
Globe Jumps-10
Suicide Jumps- 11
Push up jacks- 11 (which is awesome seeing as before p90x I couldn't even do a push up)
Low plank oblique- 30
Good for you girl! Keep at it you can only improve good luck Tomo... I recommend having two bottles of water 1 was not enough for me during pylo. 0 -
I always check out this website before starting a new fitness program - www.topfitnesssites.com - My personal favourite is p90x because it's hard enough that you know your getting results but not so hard that you give up after a few days0
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Yes this exactly unfortunately I'm on reading week and all we have back home here is Walmart ... There hrm's break within ten minutes of me owning one so this will have to suffice till a) my paycheck comes in and b) I'm not in my hometown but back in a city lolHi! I started Insanity yesterday Feb 18, I don't have a heart rate monitor at the moment, but I was wondering you would track your calories burned on MFP?
Hi! If you look I believe on the second page of this topic a lady posted a link to a site with an idea of how much you burn based on your weight
While that is a decent site you really should get a HRM to be accurate because it really depends on how hard you push yourself when you do the workout. Depending on how tired I was/how hard I went/how into it I was my calorie burn varied each time I did the same workout.
I got a real simple HRM. It's a Timex brand and works well. I got it off of Amazon.
I'm not saying NOT to use that site just be aware that you might be overestimating the burn. I put in my information on some of the exercises and compared it to what my HRM said and the site OVER estimated between 50-100 calories which is a lot.0 -
Good for you! It is a tough one, but you can do it, if you can push your *kitten* off and make it past like 10 days, then you are set, the first week is the hardest. I actually just did the first month, i stopped at day 35 and swapped to p90x because i wanted a little more muscle work to give me some definition, i am kind of doing a hybrid of the 2. 30 days of each and swapping back and forth, i dont want to get tired of each or hit a plateau. So far so good Also i just got a heart rate monitor 2 days ago and when i do cardio, it turns out im burning a lot more calories than i thought, so i highly recomend one if you dont already have it. Good luck!!!
Me- 121 lbs, 5 ft 2. 26 yrs old.0 -
I started on Sunday, Feb.17. It's been great so far! Kicking my butt.
My stats
Switch Kicks- 73
Power Jacks- 47
Power Knees- 68
Power Jumps -40
Globe Jumps-10
Suicide Jumps- 10
Push up jacks- 13
Low plank oblique- 320 -
It arrived in the mail today! so I will be starting on Sunday the 24th with the fit test! only 3 more days of being lazy then its time to get my butt kicked into shape, I cant wait!0
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I started this last Monday.
I lost about 90 pounds 4 years ago and just took off another 25/30 lbs after two more babies (I have 5 kids and my last one was born July4. 2011)
At my highest weight I was 270ish. Right now I'm around 160-165 and I am 5'8''. I really like to get to around 135-140.
I need lots of motivation! I have 5 kids all under 8 years old, a lazy husband, and a third shift job.. oh yeah and I take full time online courses too!
The first day of actual workout was tough for me, yesterday was a the cardio circuit... some of the things I couldn't do. I just did what I could or subbed them for something else. Today will be my cardio recovery. I need it. The bottoms of my feet hurt SO bad. I am scared to go to sleep after work in fear I wont be able to move!! I hope it'll be worth it though!
Also, what kind of heart monitor do you guys have?0 -
I started this last Monday.
I lost about 90 pounds 4 years ago and just took off another 25/30 lbs after two more babies (I have 5 kids and my last one was born July4. 2011)
At my highest weight I was 270ish. Right now I'm around 160-165 and I am 5'8''. I really like to get to around 135-140.
I need lots of motivation! I have 5 kids all under 8 years old, a lazy husband, and a third shift job.. oh yeah and I take full time online courses too!
The first day of actual workout was tough for me, yesterday was a the cardio circuit... some of the things I couldn't do. I just did what I could or subbed them for something else. Today will be my cardio recovery. I need it. The bottoms of my feet hurt SO bad. I am scared to go to sleep after work in fear I wont be able to move!! I hope it'll be worth it though!
Also, what kind of heart monitor do you guys have?
You my friend need some better shoes for insanity! Your feet will not get anymore! I have yet to get a hrm ( small towns have nothing ) ill let you know tho. You sounds super busy! But I believe anyone can fit it in an hour workout is 1% of a 24 hour day! You can do it !!! Stay motivated0 -
It arrived in the mail today! so I will be starting on Sunday the 24th with the fit test! only 3 more days of being lazy then its time to get my butt kicked into shape, I cant wait!
Keep us posted!0 -
I started on Sunday, Feb.17. It's been great so far! Kicking my butt.
My stats
Switch Kicks- 73
Power Jacks- 47
Power Knees- 68
Power Jumps -40
Globe Jumps-10
Suicide Jumps- 10
Push up jacks- 13
Low plank oblique- 32
That's a great start! Stick to it ! You can do it!0 -
You guys - do not do pure cardio within 1.5 hours after eating. I definitely had some close calls.
On the bright side - insanity caused me to gain 3 pounds, then lose 4+. Within a 9 day time span. I usually have to die in order to average 0.7lbs per week. My abs seem to already look tighter. Maybe that last part is just wishful thinking though.0 -
You guys - do not do pure cardio within 1.5 hours after eating. I definitely had some close calls.
On the bright side - insanity caused me to gain 3 pounds, then lose 4+. Within a 9 day time span. I usually have to die in order to average 0.7lbs per week. My abs seem to already look tighter. Maybe that last part is just wishful thinking though.
Lol! I did pure cardio this morning and was very thankful I hadn't eaten yet ! I've already lost 2 lbs apparently! 0 -
I am already inside of week two, Cardio Recovery done tonight.
Best of luck to you, now.0 -
I started this last Monday.
I lost about 90 pounds 4 years ago and just took off another 25/30 lbs after two more babies (I have 5 kids and my last one was born July4. 2011)
At my highest weight I was 270ish. Right now I'm around 160-165 and I am 5'8''. I really like to get to around 135-140.
I need lots of motivation! I have 5 kids all under 8 years old, a lazy husband, and a third shift job.. oh yeah and I take full time online courses too!
The first day of actual workout was tough for me, yesterday was a the cardio circuit... some of the things I couldn't do. I just did what I could or subbed them for something else. Today will be my cardio recovery. I need it. The bottoms of my feet hurt SO bad. I am scared to go to sleep after work in fear I wont be able to move!! I hope it'll be worth it though!
Also, what kind of heart monitor do you guys have?
You my friend need some better shoes for insanity! Your feet will not get anymore! I have yet to get a hrm ( small towns have nothing ) ill let you know tho. You sounds super busy! But I believe anyone can fit it in an hour workout is 1% of a 24 hour day! You can do it !!! Stay motivated
What shoes do you recommend? I have a bunch of different ones, should I get new ones just for this?? I used the shoes I used for p90x and the plyo on that... so I didn't even think about my shoes being the issue.
On another note, I did the Cardio recovery today (yesterday I guess?? I'm half backwards on third shift) but omg my legs were screaming at me.. I'm sure I'll feel it tomorrow. I love it though. hurts so good!0 -
You guys - do not do pure cardio within 1.5 hours after eating. I definitely had some close calls.
On the bright side - insanity caused me to gain 3 pounds, then lose 4+. Within a 9 day time span. I usually have to die in order to average 0.7lbs per week. My abs seem to already look tighter. Maybe that last part is just wishful thinking though.
Lol! I did pure cardio this morning and was very thankful I hadn't eaten yet ! I've already lost 2 lbs apparently!
Woah, 2 already? Congrats!! I'm trying to psych myself up for tonight's session. Set the alarm this morning and rolled right over and kept sleeping.0 -
Hi Everyone. I will be starting Insanity On Monday February 25th. I attempted Insanity before, but my partner and I quit. I really need to lose weight. I am going to eat simple foods the first week and then switch to the nutrition program the 2nd week. Has anyone here completed more than 1 round of insanity? I have a feeling that I can be successful this time!0
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I started this last Monday.
I lost about 90 pounds 4 years ago and just took off another 25/30 lbs after two more babies (I have 5 kids and my last one was born July4. 2011)
At my highest weight I was 270ish. Right now I'm around 160-165 and I am 5'8''. I really like to get to around 135-140.
I need lots of motivation! I have 5 kids all under 8 years old, a lazy husband, and a third shift job.. oh yeah and I take full time online courses too!
The first day of actual workout was tough for me, yesterday was a the cardio circuit... some of the things I couldn't do. I just did what I could or subbed them for something else. Today will be my cardio recovery. I need it. The bottoms of my feet hurt SO bad. I am scared to go to sleep after work in fear I wont be able to move!! I hope it'll be worth it though!
Also, what kind of heart monitor do you guys have?
You my friend need some better shoes for insanity! Your feet will not get anymore! I have yet to get a hrm ( small towns have nothing ) ill let you know tho. You sounds super busy! But I believe anyone can fit it in an hour workout is 1% of a 24 hour day! You can do it !!! Stay motivated
What shoes do you recommend? I have a bunch of different ones, should I get new ones just for this?? I used the shoes I used for p90x and the plyo on that... so I didn't even think about my shoes being the issue.
On another note, I did the Cardio recovery today (yesterday I guess?? I'm half backwards on third shift) but omg my legs were screaming at me.. I'm sure I'll feel it tomorrow. I love it though. hurts so good!
I don't honestly know what to tell you for shoes ! I just use some cheap Walmart ones for insanity actually ! I don't ever have problems . I know there was a thread about shoes for insanity yesterday or the day before check there maybe ?! And hahaha my legs are killing me today too! I don't even want to move today .0 -
You guys - do not do pure cardio within 1.5 hours after eating. I definitely had some close calls.
On the bright side - insanity caused me to gain 3 pounds, then lose 4+. Within a 9 day time span. I usually have to die in order to average 0.7lbs per week. My abs seem to already look tighter. Maybe that last part is just wishful thinking though.
Lol! I did pure cardio this morning and was very thankful I hadn't eaten yet ! I've already lost 2 lbs apparently!
Woah, 2 already? Congrats!! I'm trying to psych myself up for tonight's session. Set the alarm this morning and rolled right over and kept sleeping.
Thank you! I think it's because I ate so bad last week during college midterms but now that it's reading week and I'm home I've cleaned up my act! And awe I did that yesterday! My body was just exhausted and like NO not right now lol0 -
Hi Everyone. I will be starting Insanity On Monday February 25th. I attempted Insanity before, but my partner and I quit. I really need to lose weight. I am going to eat simple foods the first week and then switch to the nutrition program the 2nd week. Has anyone here completed more than 1 round of insanity? I have a feeling that I can be successful this time!
You can always look here for support! No worries there welcome to our little insane people club haha 0 -
As for myself : week 1 of insanity is done! Today my legs are killing me as I'm so happy Tomo is rest day! I feel empowered tho I fight with myself internally to keep pressing play but I'm grateful I do afterwords! My only regret is not having brought home my protein powder
! Biggest mistake ever haha 0 -
Ok, I'm in a bit of a dilemma. Yesterday was supposed to be rest day. But I love, love, love the classes being offered at my gym on Thursdays. Great instructors + great vibe! But ... instead of resting, I overkilled with 2 zumba classes, 1 step class, 1 kangoo class. Does that mean today is now my rest day? Or am I making excuses for myself and I should just press play? Don't want to keep making excuses for myself!0
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hey megan, i ordered insanity. it should be here today! i am starting sunday. doing it for the same reason you are 0
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Good luck Megan, I am currently in month 2.
My advice, get some cross trainers or basketball shoes. Running shoes won't cut it as they don't offer lateral support. I suffered a lot of pain before my purchase.
Don't be to concerned at keeping up with the pace they set on the screen, go at your own pace. It is much more important that you follow correct form, and that you keep going. And that you enjoy it enough to keep coming back!
Invest in a heart rate monitor to be able to accurately track calories burnt
If you sweat a lot, some head sweat bands will save you time stopping and wiping
Make sure you have a towel and plenty of water to hand
Getting fresh air into your workout area is a godsend, esp. In month 2
Good luck, don't give up, KEEP PRESSING PLAY!
My question isn't about the insanity workout BUT you mentioned feeling pain until you changed your shoes! Well i've started having knee pain and i purchased some running shoes, I wonder if that's what's causing it, it's so odd, some days its EXTREMELY painful, others im okay, sometimes the pain alternates from knees or could it be from improper squats...IDK! lol0
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