Insanity is COMPLETE!!

joehempel · March 2014

Well today I did the FINAL fit test and have officially completed INSANITY!

I'm not going to lie, it was a tough journey. I suffered two injuries, one still nagging me, but I pushed through with the doctors blessing, and didn't skip one single workout.

I went in with realistic expectations, and am completely happy with the results. No, I didn't get a six pack, no, my arms didn't get to be 24 inches. I got better endurance, I did get stronger, and things that I couldn't do at the start of the program, or hell, even month two, I can do now.

I did a video where I talk about my results, and my journey a little (I friggen hate the video), and recorded some of my final fit test where I in fact...look like a fool. If you want to check it out...it's here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WuOyI04ibA8&feature=youtu.be

Here are my FINAL results with this program, pictures will follow:

Fit Test:
Switch Kicks: 45 -- 70
Power Jacks: 35 -- 67
Power Knees: 55 -- 110
Power Jumps: 15 -- 45
Globe Jumps: 4 -- 11
Suicide Jumps: 7 -- 16
Pushup Jacks: 10 -- 28
Low Plank Oblique: 14 -- 45

Weight 190 -- 178

Body Fat 30% -- 20%

Waist 39" -- 34.5"
Chest 40.5" -- 36"
Hips 42" -- 38"
Thigh 23.5" -- 21"

Tyme4ACh8nge · March 2014

congrats...keep up the good work!!!!!

CharlzO · March 2014

Great job! I had to take a 2 month break after spraining my knee, but I just picked back up into it, and have about 2 more weeks to go for my completion. Even with the break, I at least want to be able to say I did it!

cpcoursec · March 2014

For two months of work those are pretty impressive results.

I am about to wrap up week two, wish I would of taken measurements.

joehempel · March 2014

For two months of work those are pretty impressive results.

I am about to wrap up week two, wish I would of taken measurements.

If it helps, my measurements weren't taken until week 2 $:\$ I forgot to do them except the weight.

Thank you everyone for your encouragement! Like I said in the video...taking a bit of time off (well, not off, but doing something lighter like T25 until I heal up), and I'm admitting myself into the Asylum next!!

nking404 · March 2014

That's friggin amazing man OUTSTANDING RESULTS!!! It damn sure was a long as journey and you beat it man not missing one workout man you look great bro!!!!

joehempel · March 2014

Thanks man! It's guys like you that didn't let me give up!

I got exactly what I put into this thing! Sure I could have eaten better....much better....but I'm happy with what I've got!!!

I'm seriously thinking of doing a month 1 workout just to see if I make it through the entire workout without a break!

nking404 · March 2014

HELL YEAH BRO !!! Keep challenging yourself that's definately the way to go man and you know your "INSANE FRIENDS" alway got your back!!!!

LawRoc · March 2014

Definitely see the results!

joehempel · March 2014

Thanks!! I'm glad I showed "some" results! I feel stronger that's for sure!

bl1nk6 · March 2014

Awsome! well done.. totaly inspirational !

i cant wait to get back on it. Had to stop after a few weeks cause i hurt myself :P Im back on form now and taking it slooooooow lol

dabucks · March 2014

Huge results Joe - congrats!!!

I also wish I took more pics and measurements when I started. I just did 1 picture lol.

I took measurements before I started month 2 - so at least I'll see how I improved since then.
I have 2 weeks and 2 days left, I believe - love Insanity! And my insane friends here are what helps me get through each day.

joehempel · March 2014

Huge results Joe - congrats!!!

I also wish I took more pics and measurements when I started. I just did 1 picture lol.

I took measurements before I started month 2 - so at least I'll see how I improved since then.
I have 2 weeks and 2 days left, I believe - love Insanity! And my insane friends here are what helps me get through each day.

Two weeks and two days....LET'S GOOOO!!!!!!

I had to take a lot of pics...I wanted to try and adhere to the guidelines for getting that T-Shirt! LOL....hey....it's an expensive shirt!

Thanks everyone for the support...this was a tough program, and I can't WAIT to be admitted into the Asylum!!

FatKidAtHeart88 · March 2014

Awesome job! I couldn't complete insanity. Maybe I will try it again soon. You can really see the results in your back and shoulders!

joehempel · March 2014

Awesome job! I couldn't complete insanity. Maybe I will try it again soon. You can really see the results in your back and shoulders!

Thank so much!!!

Trad78 · March 2014

Those are awesome results!

joehempel · March 2014

Those are awesome results!

Thanks!!!

joehempel · March 2014

OMG! I forgot the SIDE picture in this!!!

nking404 · March 2014

Great pics man!!!!! How in the hell did you forget to post these!!!

joehempel · March 2014

I'm stupid LOL. I had taken more pictures than I thought and it got lost in the shuffle I guess. I found it when I sent my pics to Beachbody for the T-Shirt.

michael1976_ca · March 2014

congratulations you look amazing i start month 2 tomorrow

joehempel · March 2014

congratulations you look amazing i start month 2 tomorrow

Fantastic!! Hope you have some great results!

I'll be honest, I didn't get nearly the results I thought i would in month 2, but they were still pretty damn good.

Good luck to you!! I'm heading for the Asylum next!!

ness12346 · March 2014

Incredible! You must be so proud of yourself. Just 5 workout days left for me, and then the Final Fit Test and pictures! I also didn't eat near as well as I could have, but this week I am pushing myself to eat properly and hopefully see the results I'm aiming for in the end!

I love the side photo too! It's always my favorite - your results are amazing.

Monty_P · March 2014

Well done Joe - you've been a massive inspiration to me :bigsmile:

joehempel · March 2014

Thanks!!
Its been a heck of a ride!!

Im looking forward to Asylum!!!

amandarunning · March 2014

I got through and 3 weeks later still have a hamstring problem :-( Just so want to be pain-free an enjoy my fitness!!

What injuries did you sustain?

JayDavila · March 2014

Congrats, your results definitely show HARD WORK!
Have you also adjusted your food intake while doing the workouts or was it just straight workout results?
(Sorry if its been asked already I didnt read all the previous posts.)

Again good job!

bradXdale · March 2014

Great stuff! Once I finish P90X3 I'm planning on doing Focus T25.

joehempel · March 2014

I got through and 3 weeks later still have a hamstring problem :-( Just so want to be pain-free an enjoy my fitness!!

What injuries did you sustain?

In the video I talked about what happened, one injury was where my ab and groin muscles connect. They got very fiberous from the workout, and the load I was putting on the core. When I did a power jump I though I ripped something there as I didn't land on my feet, once I was up I went down like a ton of bricks. Thankfully it was just a strain, and since it happened right before the recovery week, I was able to modify and push through. I couldn't even do a push up because of the pain...it was terrible.

The other still nags me, it's an AC Joint injury in my shoulder from push-ups and just hard movements. NSAIDS took care of some of the inflammation, but it still bothers me. However, push-ups don't bother it anymore in most cases. My follow up is next Monday, I may go fro the cortezone shot (or however you spell it).

joehempel · March 2014

Congrats, your results definitely show HARD WORK!
Have you also adjusted your food intake while doing the workouts or was it just straight workout results?
(Sorry if its been asked already I didnt read all the previous posts.)

Again good job!

Thanks a lot!!

It definitely was more the workouts than the diet....it was MUCH better than it used to be, but it could have been so much better. I still ate out sometimes 2-3 times a week.

I didn't really adjust my calorie intake though, I ended up eating around 2,000 calories a day, but I didn't sweat if I went over. Some days I'm grossly under, it all balanced out.

I should have been more concerned I think about macros than anything, but to me, I didn't care all that much. I ate what I liked and got decent results. The only thing I consciously did was increase my protein to try and get around 100g of protein a day.

JayDavila · March 2014

Congrats, your results definitely show HARD WORK!
Have you also adjusted your food intake while doing the workouts or was it just straight workout results?
(Sorry if its been asked already I didnt read all the previous posts.)

Again good job!

Thanks a lot!!

It definitely was more the workouts than the diet....it was MUCH better than it used to be, but it could have been so much better. I still ate out sometimes 2-3 times a week.

I didn't really adjust my calorie intake though, I ended up eating around 2,000 calories a day, but I didn't sweat if I went over. Some days I'm grossly under, it all balanced out.

I should have been more concerned I think about macros than anything, but to me, I didn't care all that much. I ate what I liked and got decent results. The only thing I consciously did was increase my protein to try and get around 100g of protein a day.

Nice, again congrats.. feels good doesnt it.!

Insanity is COMPLETE!!

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