P90X vs. Insanity??

I liked P90X better because it was more well-rounded- weights and cardio. Insanity was only cardio and I felt like I was losing muscle mass. Both are great programs though- and if you use the diet plan (I didn't) you'll lose even more and see better results.

I have Insanity and absolutly love it... they are fast work outs that totally kick my butt... Like others have posted Insanity is just a cardio work out so it depends on what you are looking for in a workout... it also has a 30 day guarentee so if you are not happy with it just send it back, but it definatly works.

I'm partial to P90X, but my sister-in-law is getting great results with Insanity. Since you're looking for something not expensive, I would recommend Insanity since it just uses body weight. P90X requires bands at the least, but you can also get weights, pull up bar, yoga mat....

Hi! Im a wellness coach, and we have both at our shop... if your trying to loose weight I would say stick to cardio once you get to your ideal weight ... I would suggest Insanity! Awesome workout... look into Turbo Fire its fast and it has good music. Remember Abs are made in the kitchen not in the gym! 70% diet 30% gym!!

Hey!

I'm looking for a great workout DVD to buy that's NOT THAT EXPENSIVE!

DO you recommend P90X or Insanity? I've heard BOTH are great!!

If you are considering both of these, at least give Rushfit a look: http://www.gsprushfit.com/

There are some reviews online you can find. It's cheaper than P90X, you don't have to buy as much equipment, and there is ZERO upsell. No shakes, no commercials, no spam. P90X is great, Insanity is good too. I think Rushfit is better than both for me.

I am two weeks into Turbofire and I like it alot. It is cardio based and easier to pick up than insanity. Also an amazing workout!

I have completed one round of P90X and absolutely loved it!! The results were amazing...okay, I was not massivley lighter on the scales but LOOKED much better - more toned, stronger and leaner. It does take a lot of commitment (not to mention a big chunk out of your day!) but it's SO worth it!!

I'm currently on Day 44 of Insanity....hate the damn thing!! There is no denying it's a killer workout - and I have no doubt that I will be fitter and have more stamina after the 60 days - but I do not enjoy the workouts at all and the results I am seeing so far are not really that noticable (for the effort it requires anyway!) ....All that's happening is I can't lift any decent weights anymore!!

Oh - and for all those who say you need equipment for P90X and not for Insanity...annoys me a little - because while true on the surface (in that you don't have to purchase weights/pull up bar etc) - you need a room the size of a sports hall to do some of the max interval Insanity workouts effectivley which you don't for P90x....so a new house costs more than some weights and a pull up bar! :laugh:

Seriously though - either workout is well worth your commitment and I bet you will get people who will root for both workout programs! Why not try a hybrid if you can't decide!? Good luck!

I also have done both P90X and Insanity. Both are great programs but I prefer P90X because it is more well-rounded. I think its better as a long term fitness program. I have done multiple rounds of P90X, P90X Plus, and am currently doing P90X2. I don't think I'll do another full round of Insanity but I have taken individual Insanity workouts to supplement P90X2 when I need to burn extra calories..

since your looking at losing 36lbs, then i'm recommending the insanity where it is about plyo, burpees and core work. Then do the p90x "lean" program the next where it is centric about body weight training, and still has some plyo and core work. After that you can now have the feel and most likely able to decide if you will do another round of insanity or p90x or mix and match them....

I own both and use both all the time. I started with P90X and followed the calendar pretty closely and then moved on to Insanity, but I've never been able to keep up with the 60 day thing due to life and work. I also get far too sore and just end up injuring myself. I still have not switched to the longer Insanity dvd's. I eventually gave up with trying to follow the programs in the order they give you. I combined the two programs and made my own schedule to fit my lifestyle. I now do about 2 days of insanity per week, 1 day of P90X and 1 day of running, biking or hiking outside. The next week I'll flip it and do 1 day of insanity, 2 days of P90X and 1 day of running etc. Working out only 4 days a week gives me the results I want, but also fits into my busy life pretty well. If something comes up and I miss a day, I can easily make it up later in the week on an originally planned day off, whereas if you follow the program calendars and miss a day your off schedule up from there on out until you skip taking a day off, which isn't the best.

However, if I had to choose one dvd set, I'd go with Insanity. It is truly insane and I get the best cardio workout ever. I also don't care to bulk up my muscles at all, so I don't necessarily need the weights.