Insanity - Thoughts?

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  • healthysuze
    healthysuze Posts: 29
    I did the full 60-day Insantiy program for the first time about two years ago. I credit them for getting me in the best shape of my life. For the first few weeks I almost puked/fainted in each workout and had to take lots of breaks (and I was in pretty good shape - I thought - when I started them!). I still use the DVDs today, mixing them up into my weekly routine for cardio/interval training. They are *definitely* worth trying. But I agree with other comments, it's not a beginner program. But it you try them, don't give up if they seem killer. It's supposed to be tough! Just modify to your ability and take breaks. Sometimes we don't know how much we're capable of until we try. Good luck!
  • ErinDaile
    ErinDaile Posts: 6
    I LOVE Zumba! But I haven't tried it with a DVD or video game program. I have been going to the classes for the last two weeks & I am excited about going every time!
    Did you try it on your own? That might be the difference...I can't ever seem to get through a workout & push as hard when I'm by myself...the classes are worth the little bit of extra $$!
  • 2012x
    2012x Posts: 149 Member
    Flippin' mental.

    I much prefer turbofire though.
  • salsera_barbie
    salsera_barbie Posts: 270 Member
    Boot Camp is alot of cardio, so Insanity will definitely help you with that. I totally understand about being intimiated. The first few time I did P90X Plyometrics I felt the same way, but once your done you will feel so damn good.

    Go for it!
  • 8Spokes
    8Spokes Posts: 35
    I just finished my 60 days!! It was pretty amazing. My cardio has improved, I can run a mile under 9 mins... I was at an 11 min mile. The only thing I don't like about it, it is hard to find a workout that will have the same affects when you have completed. I enjoyed sweating and feeling like tired after those workouts, now I can't seem to get that same physical satisfaction.
    I would suggest, rest your knees as much as you can. We did see a lot of knee and back injuries because it is a workout where you push YOUR body to a whole new limit. Know your own limits.

    Agreed.

    My 1.5 mile run time also improved quite a bit after just a couple weeks of insanity. Consistency is key, though. I am confident if you stick to this (and do correct form) you will be ready for Navy bootcamp, no problem! I wish I had insanity before I joined the USAF. It seemed like we were always running.

    Bottom line: No pain, no gain baby! Insanity is GREAT- just listen to your body and you'll know when to take a rest/pause. If you're unsure about your limits, the best indicator is your form...when it suffers, REST.
  • Melanie12081
    Melanie12081 Posts: 62
    That's a good idea, however I live in a 911 sq. ft 2nd floor apartment, my neighbors may not appreciate an "Insanity Party" haha!

    We were known to use a laptop at the park, too. :) The sound isn't great, but you can see what they are doing and follow along just fine. After a couple of weeks, you know what's coming anyway! Turn on your own music and follow along!
  • wells0707
    wells0707 Posts: 251 Member
    The only thing I don't like about it, it is hard to find a workout that will have the same affects when you have completed. I enjoyed sweating and feeling like tired after those workouts, now I can't seem to get that same physical satisfaction.

    Me too!!!!! We did it twice back to back, but then I was bored of the same thing over and over. We tried a few different workouts, but none of them left me feeling like I actually worked out. I have now started turbo fire and although its fun..it is nowhere near as satisfying as Insanity. I think when I finish this program I am gonna do another round. :)
  • mikepietz
    mikepietz Posts: 2
    It's tough!! the first two weeks are the hardest, because YOU WILL BE SORE!!! but it you push yourself and stay with the program, you will see amazing results, and your Fit Test results will show you your progress. (along with the puddles of sweat and loose clothes)

    I was amazed when a friend told me they do the insanity workouts at the Police Academy as part of their training!!!

    If you need a break, take it, but push yourself and you'll do fine. Good Luck!!
  • wells0707
    wells0707 Posts: 251 Member
    I forgot to mention...when I started Insanity I was pretty much a beginner at working out. What helped me out was the 3 friends that came over every day to do it with me. We pushed eachother to do our hardest workout each day. I promise that each day gets easier. Just keep pushing play. Good luck!
  • Melanie12081
    Melanie12081 Posts: 62
    It doesn't matter if you can finish the workout. It doesn't matter if you can do even half of what they do. It doesn't matter if you have to skip some stuff and take a 5 minute break while the video is still going.

    What matters is that you push play every day. It will get better each and every day. Rep by rep you will start to improve.

    This workout is not meant for you to keep up with them. You go at your own pace which is why this workout will never be too easy for anyone.

    Agreed! My sister's quote was "You can only give 100% of what you have each day - that could be more, or less, than the people around you!" Just do your best at the videos...you'll see improvements in what you can do SO quickly, it's motivating. But don't feel bad if day one kills you - 3 out of 4 of us puked on our first insanity workout. :) The motto was, "go, puke, and get back in here!" I don't advocate pushing yourself so hard you puke, but the tapes are hard. :) You'll feel CRAZY accomplished after every one though!
  • Lillemeddy
    Lillemeddy Posts: 94
    I tried Insanity, and I loved it. Although, I have wall to wall carpets in the house - and that just makes it rough on the ankles, I don't care for that. If I had a big nice mat or hardwood floors or something, I'd definitely be doing it!
  • healthysuze
    healthysuze Posts: 29
    I tried Insanity, and I loved it. Although, I have wall to wall carpets in the house - and that just makes it rough on the ankles, I don't care for that. If I had a big nice mat or hardwood floors or something, I'd definitely be doing it!

    I hear you on the carpet issue. For that reason, we got two of those office-chair-mat things -- and put them side by side on the carpeted area where we workout at home. Presto - it's a mini, portable gym floor! Plus they save the carpet from taking a beating day in and day out.
  • JoyfullySimpleFit
    JoyfullySimpleFit Posts: 137
    I am in the middle of my 3rd week of Insanity. I really love it. it is tough but feels so good afterwards. I real need a support group as my insanity group dropped out on me. good luck
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