SHAUN T - INSANITY WORKOUT

Hiya
I too started yesterday however I did it for the first time in the summer....well mostly!
I got to around week eight and then shiftwork got in the way and it dropped off to around twice a week... so I have given myself a kick in the *kitten* and am starting again.
Thankfully my fit test results haven't dropped that much.
It is an amazing program. In the first four weeks I lot 8.5inches. Mostly from around my waist and hips. Probably the best benefit was the feeling of better nights sleep and waking up everyday feeling energized - even after a couple of glasses of wine!
I didn't lose any weight but have gone down a dress size. I'm going to try and up my protein intake this time.
I've found some nice protein drinks in Tesco called Upbeat. They're nicer than my protein shake.
You'll love insanity and trust me after the second weeks fit test results you'll be telling all your friends and sounding like you're part of a cult.....!!
Good luck!

Completed it. Saw decent results. Wouldn't do it again........working out indoors sucks.

I started Insanity on Sunday. So today will be day 3 for me. I tried it about a year ago and didnt get past day 1 or even complete it at that. Im excited to complete the whole program this time.

I'm about to start Month 2 this evening. So far I'e noticed my fitness improve a lot and a slight reduction in body % and inches but not much. That's because I am already a healthy weight, just want to lose some body fat, but also I haven't followed the nutrition guide strictly enough.

I haven't missed a workout so its really the nutrition bit for me I struggle with. As a result I have built muscle but you can't quite see it as I haven't lost the fat on top. My aim for month 2 is to really stick to the nutrition part and hopefully lose that fat.

So in terms of what results you can expect to see really depends on your starting weight. Also being strict with the food is KEY!!! If you don't follow the food plan I doubt you will see the results you want.

It's a solid program for the short term, but there are a few key things of note:

1. Insanity is for short term results. It's not a program you can keep indefinitely repeating and make a lifestyle out of as you WILL eventually injure yourself due to the fact that the body needs more rest and recovery than what the schedule allows for. You should also bear in mind that it is normal to gain SOME of the weight back, or lose SOME of the definition you get some time after completing, because it is not feasible to maintain this activity level indefinitely as an adult.

2. Insanity is not a weight loss program. It is for already fit people looking to get even fitter. You will notice there is NO modifier for any of the workouts. This is because the exercise selection and overall format cannot be modified without compromising the integrity of the program. If your fitness level does not permit you to go through the program without modification, you're better off finding something else. Yes, you CAN modify and get results, but you'll get even BETTER results, SAFER, out of something more tailored to your fitness level.

3. Approach the workouts with a degree of common sense. While they do endorse good form during exercises, ultimately it is not feasible to go with timed set format workouts without form beginning to suffer. Crossfit is the same way. You WILL see people using "cheating" form to get through the workouts. It is inevitable when doing timed set workouts.

4. Insanity is high impact and has a very high rate of injury. Be warned going in. It is hard on the knees and ankles.

5. Be sure to get yourself a good pair of cross trainers or basketball shoes. Running shoes won't cut it and you will inevitably injure yourself.

I'm on my last week of Phase 2 right now. VERY hard, but definitely worth it! Definitely listen to your body. You'll die trying to keep up with the people in the video (especially Tania ...) but as long as your form is correct, that's much more important than speed. And don't trim your calories too hard, you WILL need the extra fuel to build more muscle. Remember, Insanity isn't about getting skinny, it's about getting stronger and faster and using your muscles to fuel weight loss.

Friend me if you need some support, I'll be restarting the whole thing after a week's break!

I'm currently doing week 1 of month 2 of insanity it's awesome! - But OMG how many push ups there are in the max plyo lol
im gradually getting a little better with push ups still got a long way to go! didn't do any till this programme.
I love listening to shaun t shout at you and motivate you through each workout i've lost 18 inches so far off my waist, hips, biceps, bust and thighs! and I have lost 11 lbs also so very happy but i have another month to go and i'm going to work harder for it.

I love how insanity is put into a work programme so you do it 6 days a week - i love how its set out.
Me and my fitness partner also did hip hop abs while doing month one but in the evenings - now that was good fun and could start to feel it in the abs and thighs and bum area! We are not sure what to do now though to keep our evenings busy!?

Supposed to be starting month 2 this evening but feeling so tired, need some motivation quick!

Completed it. Saw decent results. Wouldn't do it again........working out indoors sucks.

that's like your opinion man........running everyday isn't that healthy either...so?

There is much more to do outdoors than run. I prefer to exercise outdoors myself, though I rarely run, but weather and seasons don’t always make it fun or safe. At those times, I find DVD workouts to be a nice alternative. I haven't tried Insanity yet, but I'm going to try it.

As for the post that said it can't be done indefinitely, I suppose nothing can, but there are people who teach Insanity classes and they do it long term.