I have never done workout Vids, thinking about T25?

These workouts are free and kick butt. You can do them in 20 to 30 minutes too. https://www.youtube.com/user/ZuzkaLight?feature=csp-in-feed

I just started t25 monday.. even thgh i started a couple times last 2 weeks and quit.. i lack motivation.. and i really don't know what to eat.. but as for the workout it is a great workout.. except they take no breaks lol. i take a couple no lie.. get to dehydrated if i don't. I only have 25 pds to lose .. which feels like its been like this forever and can't seem to lose any weight.. pain in the butt. maybe i am doing something wrong .. who knows..

It definitely has some similarities to insanity, but it has a lot of different exercises. I think the emphasis was making a workout that was easier on the joints, and they do a better job showing low impact alternatives for everything. Everyone I know (only 3 couples) that have done both, enjoyed Insanity, but like T25 a lot better.

I'm on week 2 of T25 and it's awesome! (Disclaimer - I dislike exercise and I dislike exercise videos even more.) For some reason this one works for me. It's quick. You'll break a sweat. You'll work your *kitten* off for 25 minutes. You'll feel awesome when done!

There's modified versions of about 70% of the exercises too, so if you aren't super in shape like the people in the video, you can work at a different pace. I use the modifiers about 30% of the time, but you'll still get your heart rate up and get a good workout.

There are numerous groups on MFP to keep you motivated if you decide to go for it.

if you've never done videos before, I definetley agree on trying out a few online first!
Go to the "BeFit" channel on youtube, you can try jillian michales 30 Day shred for free. All 3 levels are available, and it too is under 30min
Also blender fitness is a good one on youtube, lots of short great workouts to choose from. they even have a n 8 week program

but if you really want to do T25, Just do it!! If you feel its too much, just go back to trying someone free videos online and keep it until you feel ready

Good luck!

I am a stay at home mom with 4 kids and i just have no time. I started T25 last monday, i like challenging workouts, i have done Zumba before that but i burn more in T25 than 25 minutes of Zumba so i chose T25. I agree its challenging, its a non-stop 25 minutes BUT it goes by so quick, he will say "5 more minutes" and i think WHAT ALREADY! Lol so you really do FOCUS. But I also burn just as many Calories (or more) doing Jillian Michaels Cardio Kickboxing...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9avonsRVok <- the whole video is on youtube

I did that for a few months but i needed to change things up because i didn't want my body to get use to the exercises, some days when i am up to it, i add it to my T25. I really don't think you will regret T25 if you like challenging workouts though, you literally drip sweat all over the floor/carpet, i can see mine dripping off my nose when i am in plank position. And i do feel really good after the workout... and yes there is a cool down at the end, so that pretty much adds 3 minutes to the workout.. And the modifications come in so handy when you are so tired or out of breath, instead of stopping, i modify,

Good luck in whatever you decide.

It definitely has some similarities to insanity, but it has a lot of different exercises. I think the emphasis was making a workout that was easier on the joints, and they do a better job showing low impact alternatives for everything. Everyone I know (only 3 couples) that have done both, enjoyed Insanity, but like T25 a lot better.

Yes this. I did Insanity before T25. (pretty much the first time I ever did an at home tape). I made it through month 1 (barely) but quit in the first week of month 2. Just too much for me. But I LOVE T25. I'm on my last week of Alpha (week 5). I actually look forward to getting those 25 minutes in right when I wake up, and feel very guilty if I don't!

I'm down 6 pounds and 6"+ so far, which is decent for me (never been a fast loser, and I'm ok with that). I'm NOT a Beachbody coach, I just enjoy the program (so you don't think I'm trying to sell it to you.)

I could never stay motivated with home video's until last fall, but I even waivered then. I joined a gym, but I never have enough time, but I Loved the Kick class (after liking Zumba for a long time) so I bought Combat (also a beachbody program) and I'm loving it. I only have a few weeks left and then I"m starting T25 on September 9th! I'm looking forward to it, I've heard GREAT things about it.

Good luck with your decision
Nancy

Wow all your personal opinions of it don't sound to bad and I might just have to give it a try. Only reason I stepped away from it, is due to me literally having to force myself to do Insanity day after day. I dont like work outs like that. I do like to feel a burn and being sore lets me know I've accomplished something. I may have to look into this. Thanks for all the personal experiences.

Place the order for T25, NOW. You won't regret it.

Hello,

I spent 25 years in the Marine Corps. During my career I did 2 tours as a Drill Instructor. Of course, at this point, being 53, I've had to adjust my workout.

I was a runner for over 33 years, and I started doing T-25 while in Hawaii (working). I'm doing the Beta cycle at this point, but there is something else, I actually look forward to the video, not just for the workout, but you kind of get to know something about those in the video. So, it's like being with friends. Don't get me wrong, it's just how I perceive the whole experience. I sometimes spend weeks away from my family, and the video kind of makes me feel like I'm seeing people I know on a daily basis.

Anyway, after 11 weeks (I spent 8 weeks in Alpha-I just thought I needed to), I can see and feel the results. I am 5' 10", and pretty solid, so what I see is my abs being more pronounced, and my weight management (keep in mind I'm 53). I don't eat the recommended diet, but I workout hard, and I love it.

I stopped running completely. No more pain in my knees, ankles, and hips, and I still am pretty muscular and hard looking (per my ex).

So, I say do it. I've done triathlons, biathlons, and a few marathons during my career as a Marine. Not interested in doing any of that any more, just want to stay for fit for my daughters and grandchildren.

I do some mountain biking, and hiking, other various physically demanding things, but T-25 is my staple.

Oh, I am not being paid to say any of this