I did it....My Insanity Journey & Results!

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I am going to waffle on for a little so feel free to go all the way down to see my actual results!!

My Insanity journey began on 21st January 2013. I finally decided that 2013 was the year i was going to get fit not just to lose weight but to really feel fit. I saw the advert and read lots of posts on here about it and loved the idea of working out at home. It of course looked insane and wasn't sure i would be able to do it but decided it's now or never.

I did not follow the nutritional guide but set my calorie goal to TDEE -20% and made sure i was hitting my macros which i set at 40, 30, 30. I also got some Reflex Diet Protein, Amino X, a good multi vitamin, super strength glucosamine sulphate and Omega 3,6 & 9 pilss. I took these everyday.

Going into it i had no idea of what i would achieve weight loss wise. I've always had a goal weight in mind but after reading so many reviews on Insanity decided that the number on the scales would become secondary. I took the horrible before photos, mesured myself and got to it.

I did my fit test and realised how unfit i was, i couldn't even do a press up! I thought to myself why on earth have i let myself get so uncomfortable and as heavy as i have ever been. I took down my results and thought, it can only get better. It's hard to describe the first few workouts of it apart from crazy. But i kept going i loved having the calendar it meant i knew exactly what i would be doing each day and felt bad if i missed a session.

I started to notice changes after about 2 weeks not much movement on the scales just in the mirror. This really motivated me to push through even on the days i didn't feel like it.

Shaun T really motivates me, i don't response well to the sargent major approach so the odd Lets Goooo and Dig Deeper worked for me.

All of a sudden i had completed 1 month and was feeling fantastic. I decided on taking some progress photos and this time i wasn't as worried as i could feel myself changing. Progress pics are one of the best ways to keep you motivated and see how far you have come. I also took measurements and was very happy with them all going down. I also felt alot stronger, i was finally able to do some press ups!!

So into month 2 i went and i won't lie i was slightly worries as every session had the word MAX in it. I think the first day was an hour session so quite different from month 1 but as Shaun says go at your own pace and take breaks when needed. I was looking forward to each session as i wanted to do better than the time before. One of the main things i noticed was my hunger, you really need to make sure you eat enough to get you through the sessions.

My clothes started to feel too big and dresses i couldn't wear before now fit me. I was getting very excited. Going into my last week it was weird, i was feeling rather emotional and proud that i had stuck to this. I had such determination to finish it, i wanted that INSANITY T.SHIRT.

So my last session Max Cardio Conditioning and Cardio Abs, i really went for it and felt amazing after. I just had the fit test to go and i was done. I was a little scared of doing it as i wanted to beat my previous numbers. I managed that on every exercise apart from Globe Jumps (4 jumps is 1 rep) so not too bad. I was ad that it had come to an end but realised that this was really the beginning for me. It's given me the push i needed to get really fit and get that body i have always wanted.

Onto my results, if nayone has actually read all that then well done for staying awake and thanks!!

The after photos felt great to take, i'm really happy with the changes i have made to my body:

Fitt test results 1st and final:

Switch Kicks (2 kicks=1 Rep): 37 - 54 UP: 17

Power Jacks: 38 - 53 UP: 15

Power Knees: 70 - 111 UP: 41

Power Jumps: I had to cancel these as my knees couldn't take the landing.

Globe Jumps: 7 - 11 UP: 4

Suicide Jumps: 8 - 15 UP: 7

Push Up Jacks: 0 - 20 UP: 20

Low Plank Oblique: 20 - 45 UP: 25

Very happy with how much better i have done in just 63 days!:)

Onto my measurements:

Weight i have lost 9lbs

Muscle Mass: UP 0.5%

Body Fat: DOWN 2%

Waist:

Widest: 2.7 inches

Navel: 1.5 inch

Smallest: 2.7 inches

Thighs: 1.2 inches each

Arms: 0.5 inches each

Under Bust: 1.2 inch

Around Bust: 0.8 inch

Finally onto the Photos!!

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Finally i want to say a huge thank you to my OH Tony (tikitony13) for supporting through my 63 days of Insanity and always encouraging me to continue and complete it. Also to my MFP friends you guys have been amazing and have motivated me all the way, i couldn't have done it without you lot.

Onto my new fitness plan i go......

Thanks
Jo

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  • corisg
    corisg Posts: 12 Member
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    Congratulations! Your pics of day 1 look like me now. It gives me hope for month 2 of Insanity, which I started today. My weight has gone up 8 lbs since starting Insanity but my clothes are loose. I do see the difference in the mirror. Still would love for the scale to match but oh well... I'm planning on doing a second round of Insanity once I'm done...INSANE!!!
  • LisaGirlfriend
    LisaGirlfriend Posts: 493 Member
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    Well done and amazing progress. There is a huge difference in your photos - such a great way to gauge progress rather than the scale. Well done!!
  • Cupcakebettiejo
    Cupcakebettiejo Posts: 125 Member
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    Thanks. I'm now work in progress, Insanity gave me the push I needed to the body I've always wanted!:)
  • bear_28
    bear_28 Posts: 59 Member
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    Awesome results and great job! I'm on day 8, and well, I don't really see any difference, I'm following the nutrition guide, or at least some of the recipes. So I don't know if that contributes too. But I'm pushing through, hoping that by the end of 2 months, I'll see the results by then.

    Can I ask, how do you know if you're pushing hard enough? During the workout, if my form is compromised, I pause the DVD (30-60 sec), shake it out a bit then proceed . Eventhough I'm dead tired and literally dripping in sweat after the workout, in a few hours, I have this energy high that I can't help but question whether I pushed myself enough. I wonder if that's normal? LOL.

    Sorry if it was a bit weird to ask. Thanks so much and again congratulations! You deserve that t-shirt!:drinker:
  • Cupcakebettiejo
    Cupcakebettiejo Posts: 125 Member
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    Thanks everyone:)

    I tend to go by my HRM and it usually stays up around 165 so i know i'm pushing hard. I get the after workout energy high, its great i wouldn't worry about it!:)
  • melaniecmajors
    melaniecmajors Posts: 39 Member
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    I wouldn't pause the dvd...just keep going and do more the next time. I track my "intensity" thorugh the heartrate monitor. It will show more calories burned when you're really working hard. Personally, I always though I was working really hard until the day when I burned almost 100 calories more. The longer you do the program, the stronger you will be and the more calories you will burn. If you are on day 8, then you will increase in the next few weeks and then the max series will likely push you back again.
  • melaniecmajors
    melaniecmajors Posts: 39 Member
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    Awesome results and great job! I'm on day 8, and well, I don't really see any difference, I'm following the nutrition guide, or at least some of the recipes. So I don't know if that contributes too. But I'm pushing through, hoping that by the end of 2 months, I'll see the results by then.

    Can I ask, how do you know if you're pushing hard enough? During the workout, if my form is compromised, I pause the DVD (30-60 sec), shake it out a bit then proceed . Eventhough I'm dead tired and literally dripping in sweat after the workout, in a few hours, I have this energy high that I can't help but question whether I pushed myself enough. I wonder if that's normal? LOL.

    Sorry if it was a bit weird to ask. Thanks so much and again congratulations! You deserve that t-shirt!:drinker:

    I wouldn't pause the dvd...just keep going and do more the next time. I track my "intensity" thorugh the heartrate monitor. It will show more calories burned when you're really working hard. Personally, I always though I was working really hard until the day when I burned almost 100 calories more. The longer you do the program, the stronger you will be and the more calories you will burn. If you are on day 8, then you will increase in the next few weeks and then the max series will likely push you back again.
  • lstok873
    lstok873 Posts: 57 Member
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    Great job!!!!!! You look great!! I'm on round 2 of insanity...no idea what I'll do next!!
  • jonathanmhobson
    jonathanmhobson Posts: 44 Member
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    Wow you've done really well! I am currently doing day 2 and am a little sore just from the fit test. It's great to see people are getting great results with this.
  • Cupcakebettiejo
    Cupcakebettiejo Posts: 125 Member
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    Thank you, i've just started round 2, yep i must be insane. I just couldn't stay away from Shaun and the team!! I hope to repeat what i got in round 1 that would make me one very happy lady. Almost ready for the music festivals!:drinker:

    Good luck guys:flowerforyou:
  • Cappie356
    Cappie356 Posts: 8 Member
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    Well done! You look terrific. Thank you or sharing your story and inspiring me to keep up my program. :happy:
  • caterpillardreams
    caterpillardreams Posts: 476 Member
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    Wow a total lift, thank you for sharing, I am on week 2 and feeling great, Cant wait for my after photos
  • kaycee220
    kaycee220 Posts: 5 Member
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    you look great!! thanks for sharing! i'm finishing up insanity next week. i really regret not taking good before pictures. i was so embarrassed and didn't want to see them, but next time i'll just suck it up and take it.

    congrats! what are you going to do now? i did insanity along with the shaun t. bday challenge. he just announced that they are going to do a hybrid of hip hop abs and asylum....
  • Cupcakebettiejo
    Cupcakebettiejo Posts: 125 Member
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    Hi,
    Thanks, i also hated taking the before pics but glad i did. I'm actually doing another round of Insanity and am currently on week 3!:)

    I'm also really looking at my diet to make sure i'm getting it right!

    Good luck if you go for the hybrid!

    Jo