P90X CHALLENGE (JAN 1ST) PHASE 1

W3D3 complete!

Upped my weight for the Shoulders & Arms workout....wow.
Planning on getting even heavier weights in the next couple days, I want to see how hard I can push myself. Very pleased with my progress so far!

I am also very much looking forward to the next weigh in. I had acutally gained a bit back before starting the program, putting me at about 170.6 and the last time I weighed in (which I didn't post for it to be recorded since it felt like cheating) I had dropped back down to my 'original weight' of 168.4. 2 lbs off, but not counting on it to be a breakthrough.

This 2 month plateau has been extremely difficult and a huge de-motivator, but each time I've lost I could FEEL a difference in my body. For 2 months, I haven't felt anything. I finally DO now...so I can't wait to see what that scale says! I just hope I'm not expecting too much only to be disappointed. **Fingers Crossed!**

You're doing awesome!! It's all about pushing yourself to see what you're capable of. Just wait until you get to the end - trust me, you'll be SHOCKED when you see how many reps and how much more you can lift compared to now. :happy:

I finished W3D3 today too. I'm a little sad that this workout is done until month 3... :frown:

I don't have a scale at home Plus I just want to wait the 30 days because I've been fluctuating like crazy.

I also have a QUESTION. Are you guys wearing your HRM's for every workout? I'm only wearing for the ones it says to. Thanks!

The calorie counter on my HRM is wildly inaccurate, but I use it to check my heart rate on cardio days. But it's been way off with that too, mind you the one I have is crap quality. (Saving for a new one)

I don't worry too much about how much it's says I've burned because I don't eat my calories back. I just log a random number when I input my exercise on here. That's just me though.

I am still going strong! So proud of myself for sticking with it!

Didn't do my work out tonight...went to support the local basketball team!!! And they both won!!! Anyways I am going to do the arms and shoulders with ab ripper X tommorow morning and then do my regular workout tomorrow night!!! I really like this workout system!!! I read somewhere on here a guy was telling people not to buy p90x, I would have to disagree so much!!! It is not only great for your body it is also great for your mind. It is encouraging and motivating to see changes in yourself in so little time... I just had to get that off my mind...Thanks!! LOL!:happy:

I did the shoulders arms and abs this morning and now for yoga this evening!!! I am caught up and feeling good!:happy:

Yoga finished!!! I didn't like this at first, but I am started to enjoy this one also... Gives me time to clear my head..Sometimes i really need that after a stressful day at work.

Ha ha...I replied to that board too....but I think I was one of the few that understood what the OP was trying to convey. I knew once I saw that title that he was going to get bombarded...and he did!

I find it extremely sad that is what happens to people who post a different view or opinion as the majority. The discussion boards should be used for the purpose of 'discussion', all too often members are smacked on their butt if they do/say something others don't agree with. Sad.

I agree with you completely about the different opinions I think everyone to each there own, I just thought the title was a bit much cause it struck me the wrong way... I don't mind people giving there opinions, as long as I can give mine also
Don't mean anything against anyone or anything and I am sorry if I struck people wrong with my comments....don't mean to come off the wrong way...

ok kids, how are you doing hitting the 1800 calories? I've been doing pretty poor at that and think that I'm gaining. Do you find that eating all that food helps a ton?

YES. I personally find it very difficult to hit 1800, but I aim for an absolute bare minimum of 1600.

Ha ha...I replied to that board too....but I think I was one of the few that understood what the OP was trying to convey. I knew once I saw that title that he was going to get bombarded...and he did!

I find it extremely sad that is what happens to people who post a different view or opinion as the majority. The discussion boards should be used for the purpose of 'discussion', all too often members are smacked on their butt if they do/say something others don't agree with. Sad.

I agree with you completely about the different opinions I think everyone to each there own, I just thought the title was a bit much cause it struck me the wrong way... I don't mind people giving there opinions, as long as I can give mine also
Don't mean anything against anyone or anything and I am sorry if I struck people wrong with my comments....don't mean to come off the wrong way...

He did come off very strong about it. But that was his frustration and dislikes about the program. I do know alot of people who hate p90x and insanity. And i do know alot of people who love them. Everyone's got different taste's and i understand the negatives and positives about the program. I didn't get struck the wrong way because of the board. After all it was just one persons opinion. I just truly believe that people should try out the program completely before they feel they can judge it. But alot of people cant contain themselves and i can be a hothead at times as well (i blame the italian/irish blood in me ). But overall, i do think he was very ignorant and really wanted to scare people away from the program. I just felt this way because of the way he wrote it. But overall, it was really interesting to read all the feedback.

I agree he came off WAY too strong about it!!! I didn't respond to the post beacuse I felt like all the other beachbody faithfuls said it all!! Sometimes when I'm bored at work I'll sit and read some posts, and I feel like there are some (not many but some) people on here that have very strong opinions about things which is great but sometimes they come off as not being as supportive as this site is ment to be or they don't say it in the right way or with the right tone (I think thats what i'm trying to say)! And as far as it being expensive (one of the things he mentioned).... yes... I agree it is a bit... however in the long run how much does it cost to join a gym for a couple years?? I haven't had a gym membership in a long time (it's always been too expensive around here!) and I know the one I went to was like $35 a month... with at home programs it's a one time cost and then I have everything I need for the next how ever many years it lasts!! Although... my husband and I keep needing to buy heavier weights and that is getting really annoying... but in a good way (just not good on the wallet!!!)!!!!


Anyway... enough said about that.... week 3 has been wonderfu so farl!!!!! I think this has been my best week doing P90x EVER!!!! I'm feeling really good about all the workouts!! Also.... I have graduated from the bands to the pull-up bar (using the chair of course!) and I just feel much stronger this week!! It's been a great week!! Keep up the good work everyone!!!!

Ha ha...I replied to that board too....but I think I was one of the few that understood what the OP was trying to convey. I knew once I saw that title that he was going to get bombarded...and he did!

I find it extremely sad that is what happens to people who post a different view or opinion as the majority. The discussion boards should be used for the purpose of 'discussion', all too often members are smacked on their butt if they do/say something others don't agree with. Sad.

I agree with you completely about the different opinions I think everyone to each there own, I just thought the title was a bit much cause it struck me the wrong way... I don't mind people giving there opinions, as long as I can give mine also
Don't mean anything against anyone or anything and I am sorry if I struck people wrong with my comments....don't mean to come off the wrong way...

I completely get what you're saying...and you're quite right, I think that is one of the downfalls of the message boards...it's very hard for people to convey what they want in a way that doesn't offend other people or make themselves 'sound' ignorant. (Not you, the OP, among others)

I hope you didn't think I thought this of you! I think you're great and I love when people voice their opinions!
I was struck wrong as soon as I saw his title too....that's why I just knew it wasn't going to turn out well for him...lol...poor guy. I can see why so many were put off by his thread, I was just able to get where he was coming from and what he meant. I looked @ the thread again today...holy wow...it is STILL carrying on over there. I thought by now people would have tired of it all....I say, WHO CARESSS!! Do you and let others do them! :drinker:

Personally, I think I am falling in love with P90X!! (Seeing Mr. Tony each day is a bonus....that lil stud muffin!)
So nice to have a group of fellow X'ers to chit chat (or vent) to....we've got a great group! **Butt Slaps all around!**
Have a great day peeps......get to sweatin'!

Still on board. Too tired to post much. Keeping Calorie Limit at 2030 daily.
Have to get up at 3:45 am most days to fit P90X due to crazy evening schedule.
I am not complaining.
I think "How lucky I am to get to do the P90X workouts as not everyone can for any number of reasons.
Keep up the hardwork everyone.

ok kids, how are you doing hitting the 1800 calories? I've been doing pretty poor at that and think that I'm gaining. Do you find that eating all that food helps a ton?

My first 2 weeks i was at 1600 calories a day and i was feeling really queezy in my second week. I then got off my butt and went to the store and bought some protein powder and made some shakes and planning on smoothies as well. This week i can definately feel a difference, i have more energy and i can make it through my workouts without feeling sick. Buying protein powder will get your calories up to 1800 for sure. I really do wanna lose weight but i think this program is more about being stronger in all aspects of your life. Right now, i just really wanna make it to the end correctly. If i get weightloss that will be great, but i already know that my clothes are fitting better and i am alot faster at work.

Yeah I agree about not caring so much about the weight as I do losing these inches!!! I can't believe how great my clothes are fitting also!! I can wear my jeans directly out of the dryer and they are still loose!! I haven't lost anything all week but I can tell I am toning and losing inches so I will take it where I can get it!!!