Insanity - Thoughts?

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.

I started Insanity 3 weeks ago. There are definitely times during the workout where I feel like I'm going to die, but when I push myself and get through it I feel like a bad *kitten*. I'm trying to get the last 10 pounds off. I haven't weighed myself yet, but I can definitely tell that I'm getting stronger.

My fiance is in the Navy and left me with his Insanity Workout DVD's. I am going to Navy Boot Camp on July 10, 2012 and he tells me to do these workouts - though to be honest, I am intimidated.

I have done Jillian Michael's DVD's for the past 3 years, and yeah, I get a little slimmed down but nothing too amazing. However, I know Insanity will be a rude wakeup call. Anyway, I guess my question is what were your reactions to this workout?

Was it worth it? Will it be good for a pre-bootcamp workout? I need to lose at least another 10lbs before bootcamp, though my ultimate goal is about 28 lbs from now.

Hi!

I've done Insanity and Insanity the Asylum. Both are very intensive programs for people who are already physically fit...and they will STILL kick your butt! I enjoyed the programs very much (more when they were over, :bigsmile: ) and have incorporated them into hybrids with P90X.

Be forewarned that Insanity is HIGH impact all jumping all the time pretty much. It's not a begginer program by any means.
Let me know if you have any specific questions I'd be happy to help.

I am on my 2nd month and I love it!!! Seriously it is pretty tough but it is such a great workout. Before Insanity I did Jillian Michaels workout DVDs and and would run once in a while but was never in super great shape. But seriously I highly recommend doing it!

Tomorrow is the last day of week 4 for me. I struggled early this week, but upped my calorie intake and today I'm feeling great! I am only 10 pounds away from my goal weight, and often people say they are the hardest 10. Insanity has helped me consistently lose between 0.5-2 pounds per week, as well as half an inch off my waist each week!

I can tell that my strength and endurance has improved, which is great because I am running my first half marathon at the end of April! Great for core strength as well.

Do it! Don't be intimidated. Don't try to keep up with Shaun T or the others on the video. Take a break for a few seconds and get back into it.

Add me as a friend if you like!

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!

Flippin' mental.

I much prefer turbofire though.

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.

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.

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!