P90X... starting a new thread...

Here's what Tony has to say about yoga in response to the question:

Can I skip out on yoga and substitute CardioX or Plyo?

My short answer is NO! No you can't skip out on yoga and substitute CardioX or Plyo. These are not substitutes for yoga. They are completely different than yoga. Yoga's effect on your body is 180º from standard cardiovascular training and jump training. Each one of these routines feeds off the other. The crazy mix of routines creates the variety the body needs for real change and overall conditioning. The whole point to P90X is to work on your strengths and weaknesses. The fact that yoga is a pain in your butt right now is the reason why it will change your fitness, aid in your weight loss, make you less vulnerable to injury, and improve the effectiveness of all the other workouts.

Don't feel bad, because most people dislike yoga at first. It's the anti-American workout. No punching and kicking. No jumping, or running, or lifting, or dancing. It's slow and quiet and requires time and patience. It's the other side of a (complete fitness) two-sided coin. It's the yin to the yang. It's the tortoise not the hare. It forces you to look inward and not outward and/or all over the place for a change. It's balance, strength, coordination, and flexibility all wrapped in one, and sometimes all at the same time. It will and has messed with your mind like no other workout can. It's perfect! When you can turn this foe into a friend, then and only then will you be able to understand it and appreciate its purpose.

Does this mean you need to continue to suffer the way you have? No. You conquer (tame or understand) yoga by modifying it like any and all other routines that are difficult. If you don't want to do the whole 90 minutes then don't. Use your remote to help you decide which 60 minutes you feel like doing. Keep a secondary timer close by to keep track of the full hour. You also have to change the way you feel about the experience. Stop caring that you're not good at it and start understanding that the "struggle" is where the action is. The Struggle is how your mind and body change for the better. The Struggle is why you're doing P90X. The Struggle is the magic that separates the old you from the new you. Struggle but don't give up. The other short answer is... Do Your Best And Forget The Rest!

ok i will give yoga another shot! i will just suck it up and get it done! :flowerforyou: :sad:

My (cheap, but usually pretty accurate as far as pulse rate) HRM said I burned around 800 when I did Plyox. I know a person burns a lot, but I don't think that much. I think it may be closer to the 600 calorie range, but that is just a guess (of course depending on weight, fitness level...) it does burn a lot though and you will continue to burn for quite some time after you are done with the exercise.

Thanks for all of that motivation on the yoga. I didn't like it at first, but I keep pushing through it because I believe that it will yield some benefits that I won't get from plyo, kenpo, or the weight training. After doing it 4 times now, I already notice my flexibility increasing and the postures getting easier. Sometimes the 1.5 hrs even feels quick!!!

As far as calories burned during plyo---I've used my HRM each time I've done it...I usually burn in the high 500, low 600 --- depends on the intensity I have throughout and how many times I need to stop for a breather!

Thanks for the yoga information. I do yoga tonight so I'm going in with a better mindset. I did shoulders and arms yesterday. I really enjoy the weight lifiting portion of P90X. I also did the AB Ripper X, but again there's some moves I have trouble with and do the best I can. Go question on the heart monitors, I'm looking into buying one and would appreciate any recommendations.

Sandy...Thanks for posting Tony's comments and all the motivation. I

'm with you Purple, I too start yogaX tonight. After reading Sandy's comments, I think I have a better understanding of its purpose. I must admit, i got discouraged when I heard others on the program, say that the Yoga is hard and boring. Now I'm ready to bring it!:explode:

Week 8 here...down about 25 lbs and 20% bodyfat. I went straight into doubles after week 4 because I needed more intensity.

Been militant in sticking to the diet.

I'm looking forward to what weeks 9-13 hold before I start my second round.

hey purple looks like were starting this at the same time im on day 5 if u like we can be each other support

I'm on day 3 (but might double up to get sunday to be a rest day). I think I'll need some support too - especially the eating part of it. But after a few days, I'm down 3 lb. I know it's water and not fat, but it sure helps motivate me to keep going.

hey purple looks like were starting this at the same time im on day 5 if u like we can be each other support

Tracy/Purple/Ann...
I'm on day 5 as well. I started 1/26/099, but fell off. This time my neighbor agreed to join in with me for xtra support. We all need all the support and motivation we can get.

I'm having most trouble getting in all the calories recommended, based on the p90x nutrition program. After entering my data on MFP, my cal intake shows a lot less. My other issue is learning how to use my heart rate monitor. I have no clue on how to find my zone (or how to determine how many cals I burn in a workout). Any suggestions?? I have the Nike Triax c8.

Thanks...

hi mimosa as far as extra calories i usually throw in a protein shake or bar and im still working on getting a hrm hopefully soon

Sports Authority has them on sale, some as low as $20. I do the protein bar and started drinking the recovery formula once a day. As far as the shake...any suggestions on what's good out there? I hate the powder taste, but I do enjoy the taste of the recovery formula.

Anyone taking the slimming formula with the program?

we've been drinking the walmart brand called body fortress for protein drinks. It's not that bad, better with milk, but I can drink it faster when it's mixed with water. I haven't had any of the recovery stuff. any idea what to have without getting the supplement?

Can anyone suggest a heart monitor that shows the amount of calories burned that is accurate ? So many choices and i want to know which one i should be going with.

Sports Authority has them on sale, some as low as $20. I do the protein bar and started drinking the recovery formula once a day. As far as the shake...any suggestions on what's good out there? I hate the powder taste, but I do enjoy the taste of the recovery formula.

Anyone taking the slimming formula with the program?

we've been drinking the walmart brand called body fortress for protein drinks. It's not that bad, better with milk, but I can drink it faster when it's mixed with water. I haven't had any of the recovery stuff. any idea what to have without getting the supplement?

Not sure...but just clarify, the slimming formula is a pill supplement that is to be taken before eating. I seems to me that it works a lot like a fat blocker.

Can anyone suggest a heart monitor that shows the amount of calories burned that is accurate ? So many choices and i want to know which one i should be going with.

I too would like same info...need one that tells me which zone to be in and cals burned. I purchased a Nike Triax c8, with no clue how to use.

Jess, which do you have?