Shaun T- FOCUS T25....success stories??

You will only find the test groups' success stories at this point as this is a program that was just released to the public. The test group are real people and they purposely select individuals that are dedicated and looking to change their fitness/health. Then they have the test group in the actual final videos that they release.

I just completed week 1 of T25 and have to say that I collectively really love the program so far. I have to mentally get around only working out for 25 minutes but after completing the doubles on Friday I can say that I definitely got in a good total body workout throughout the week.

I have completed both P90X and Insanity and this is the first time I have felt that both my lower and upper abs got worked really well. And I enjoyed the ab workout as well. :-) My problem areas are mostly my legs and butt and there are some great moves that really work your gluts and all over your legs (calves, outer thighs, etc)

Anyone can do this workout with the modifier that is included (Taina is the modifier and she was also in Insanity) -- She was a part of the test group and lost her weight she gained after having a baby recently (since Insanity). The time really does fly by -- even when I did the back to back doubles on Friday (which you can not do or do one in the morning and one in the evening) it didn't seem to drag out since there was a change in focus from the two DVDs. If that makes sense?! :-)

I am really looking forward to the Beta phase (2nd 5 week program after the first 5 week alpha program) since it will be stepping it up a notch.

My wife and I are going to start on Monday but I will be doing doubles with P90x strength stuff.

Starting Week 4 on Monday, lost several pounds and inches through the workouts and following the nutrition guide.

I enjoy the program a lot, and I can't wait to start the Beta and Gamma phases. It isn't nearly as intimidating as Insanity, but you're given the opportunity to push yourself just as far. I recommend it to anyone.

I'm not a success story yet, but this is my favorite at home workout plan so far. I just finished week 1. I lost 1.5 pounds and 2" overall this week. I did Insanity before this, but couldn't finish the 2nd month with the 45-60 minute workouts. I can do a class at the gym for an hour, but not at home. My attention span is too short!

It is hard, but I LOVE that Tonia does modifications. There are a few things I can't do, but I just modify and keep going. And 25 minutes (technically 28 because I do the 3 minute cool down) is perfect for me to fit in before work. It leaves me feeling like I got my workout done, but yet if I really want to go to a class at the gym after work, I can still do it. Last week I followed the T25 schedule, and also did a 60 minute pure strength class at the gym. I'm traveling this coming week, so I've scheduled T25 on my calendar each day (I do it in my hotel, using my work laptop). Anything else will be a bonus.

I recommend it!
(note: I'm not a Beachbody coach. I have no financial interest in recommending it.)

As far as eating: I did the test that camp with the meal plan, and it says I should eat 1600 calories/day. I don't follow their meal plan, but I am watching my calories (My goal is 1500/day, but go up to 1600 sometimes without worrying about it).

Amayarnell awesome to hear!! I'm doing Combat now but would really like to try T25.. I love Shaun T. I love finishing a program and looking back at the pics to see progress. An amazing feeling!

I just started the program last week and I love the results so far. The program is amazing, not long but an amazing burn with sweat pouring off you.

I've been on the fence about getting this workout, but after reading these replies I think I'm gonna get it. One of my MFPers does it and burns crazy calories for only 25 minutes and as much as I love doing longer workouts, would like to have a nice quick workout where I'm still burning a lot of calories.

I have been a regular exerciser for several years but this workout is tough. I am in week 3 day 4 and I am still having to follow Tonia a lot which kinda bums me out. I am dripping sweat by the time I am done. I love it!

Is there anyone who completed the second month of Hip Hop Abs? I would like to know how the T25 difficulty compares to Total Body Burn 2.

Didn't this just come out a few weeks ago?

Yup.

I want to get this....I have looked at the Beachbody website and saw those success stories but looking for "real" success stories! I am trying to convince my husband that we NEED this and we can do it together :-)

I ordered it as well---checked out Amazon for reviews and it seems to be mostly Beachbody peeps claiming it changed their life and they lost weight in one session. *hurl*. I would like to hear from non Beachbody people who have tried it and are seeing results. I like the idea that it is 25 minutes. I plan to use this on days I can't get to the gym. I like a high intensity workout; I have done P90x and Insanity moves and got too used to them. This looks to kick it up a notch if you need some new juice. Love the fact that they have modifications, too. Will be watching this thread for real success stories. So glad you started this thread:)

I have been a regular exerciser for several years but this workout is tough. I am in week 3 day 4 and I am still having to follow Tonia a lot which kinda bums me out. I am dripping sweat by the time I am done. I love it!

Why do people use how sweaty they are as an indicator for quality of workout? That makes absolutely no sense.

I wasn't one that said it, but I have thought it before when I finished a workout. It's probably more about knowing your own body. I don't sweat a lot. I especially don't sweat a lot when I'm working out in an air conditioned room. I do during T25 because I'm working my butt off - more so than I do in most other workout videos I've done, and definitely more than I do in 25 minutes doing most other workouts. Just a mental thing, really. Feels good to be done in 25 minutes, burning 250-300 calories and dripping sweat even before I've had my first shower of the day.

I will echo what others are saying in that you will not necessarily find success stories other than the focus group since T25 has only been out for a month
I am in week 2 of the program and, in week 1 I lost 5 pounds and 5". I love it so far!!

Hi:) Are you following a diet plan as well? 5 pounds in a week with this? You don't sell Beachbody stuff, by chance, do you?;) Can't wait to try this; hopefully I will lose at least one pound a week. Tired of breaking myself to lose weight.

I just finished week 2 and I'm down 5 pounds. (1.5 the first week, 2.5 the second week). I am eating 1500-1600 calories/day on most days (I try to eat a minimum of 1500. Today it was 2,200 but I'm at a deficit for the week). Of course the eating part is just as important, but I LOVE this workout so far. It's so nice to do 25 minutes before work, and be DONE. Or, if there's something I want to do at the gym after work, I'm not so worn out that I don't have the energy to do it.

And I am not a Beachbody Coach.

I am on week 3, starting tom, i really like it no weight loss yet , but i have seen a change in my body!!! and some inches lost!!! i am really for the alph phase , more weights :happy: