P90X for beginners

Bump....I am also considering starting P90X and am curious to see what the others say. Thanks!

I am doing P90x right now. It is very hard. I did not invest in the shakeology. I do try to incorporate protein (whey if you prefer) into smoothies and other things. I guess it depends on how much work you want to do. For me I had already done the cleanse through the "Bring it" book so my diet was in good shape I just needed to add the excercise portion. I am having good success with it so far. About to begin my third week. Hope this helps! You should do it. It is a great program!

You don't need the ooberexpensive Shakeology. Just add some whey protein and eat clean to meet the calorie requirements and macro ratios. The program works.....I just started phase 2, and I'm down 10+ lbs and 3 inches off my waist. Much stronger than when I started.

Bump! I'm adding p90x to my current workout routine on May 1st. I have bought it. I have 5lbs and 8lbs weights, a resistance band....do I need the pullup bar really?

my lesson learned from P90x was not to get overly enthusiastic during plyometrics. it's perfectly OK to not leave the ground at first, especially if you're not super ready for it.

injury from doing so sidelined me for a couple weeks.

Eek, sounds scary

Bump! I'm adding p90x to my current workout routine on May 1st. I have bought it. I have 5lbs and 8lbs weights, a resistance band....do I need the pullup bar really?

i prefer the pullup bar over resistance bands for the back stuff for sure. you can get it from amazon for less than $30 last i checked.

Okay, thanks

I did the 30DS and moved into a Beachbody program, but chose to start with Insanity due to it being a 60 day program. It fit our spring/summer schedule better with travel plans. We are 24 days into the program and are eating a high protein diet: 40/30/30. We use a whey protein shake to supplement protein, but it sin't Shakeology. We are thinking of giving Shakeology a whirl though.

The Beachbody programs are definitely intense and much harder than 30DS. Take breaks when you need to. Instead of trying to keep up with the speed of the video, go at a slower speed and concentrate on your form at first. This will help you to prevent injuries and gain strength to do the exercises properly. Then, as you feel more comfortable, you can pick up the pace! I haven't seen a huge weight loss in 3.5 weeks, but can definitely notice changes in my body. I am excited to see the difference from day 1 to day 60. Definitely take before and after photos, as well as measurements. At least for me, the scale hasn't changed much, but I am replacing fat with muscle. I am more than OK with that!!!

We are loving it so much that we are already planning on doing another round when we are done and trying other Beachbody programs, specifically P90X and Les Mills Pumped.

Best of luck to you on your journey!:flowerforyou:

Instead of 25 reps, do the recommended step from 15 to 20 to 25 and take breaks when he gives them to you. Pause and take 2 extra min per break if you want. If it takes you 1.5hrs to do a 45min dvd the first time through, so be it. Just set goals to decrease time and increase reps. WRITE IT ALL DOWN so you see your progress.

I love p90x. You do not need shakeology. Only people that will tell you you do are most likely beachbody coaches. Just use a protein shake and eat a balanced diet.

Good luck hun!

I did not buy shakeology or the recovery drink. I also don't use protein powders/shakes but I might invest in some because I'm just really terrible about getting my protein in.

I bought a pull up bar on amazon for around $20... and I have 5, 8, 10 and 15 pound weights that I use for now.

Good luck! I'm in week 2 right now. I like it.

I tried it 2yrs ago. Made it a couple days into it, then had a fiasco one night. Me and the wife came home from the bar, I had been telling her she needed to try it out with me, etc, so we started a DVD. Can't quite remember which one, but she couldn't keep up. Me, being all manly and having had too many drinks, decided to show her up. While lunging, i caught an a** cramp. Never had one of those before in my life! I couldn't decide if i should sit, stand, prop up, or what! It's amazing how every little motion you do involves an a** muscle of some kind. Haven't played it since LOL

Obviously this is just for laughs, but it really did happen. I really do think it's a great workout, and will get you in some awesome shape if done correctly. I plan to come back to it once i'm a lil' more conditioned. I run 18+ miles/wk, and am starting to get some weightlifting into my routine. Once i'm a lil' more comfortable and not so achy, i plan to start again.

The only thing you need to buy is ICY HOT!!!

I just finished week 8 and although it's tough, each day is a little different so you don't do the same workout everyday. Some of them are harder than others so you just modify and do your best. I can't do a pullup still but have been able to double my pushups from day one. I use either bands or pulldown bar on the weight bench in place of pullups.

Although I would have liked to see more weight loss at 7 lbs since I started I see a big difference in my muscle tone and strength. My clothes are baggy so I know I'm losing inches.

I was really sore the 1st couple of weeks but as you gain strength and muscle the soreness doesn't last long later in the program. The 2nd month I have alot more strength for the workouts also.

The hardest part for me is finding the time for the hour a day commitment. Some days my schedule won't allow me to do it but I jut pick up the next day where I left off and keep going.

Getting the calories/nutrition down is a struggle at first too. I'm still working on how many calories I really need to be eating.

Good luck!

I love p90x. You do not need shakeology. Only people that will tell you you do are most likely beachbody coaches. Just use a protein shake and eat a balanced diet.

Good luck hun!