Official Women's Insanity Group. "Time to Change"

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  • Yocreo1
    Yocreo1 Posts: 5 Member
    Is so hard for me I don't have any help...But I will try.


    Start Date: July 23, 2012
    Projected End: December 31, 2012
    Following Nutrition Guide: nope
    Starting weight(with Insanity): 280
    Goal Weight(hoping to reach after completion):230
  • athangap
    athangap Posts: 17
    HI,
    I completed INSANITY 2 weeks ago, doing some yoga and a little bit of Turbo now... Gonna start INSANITY again on AUG 1st 2012 - OCT 1st 2012.

    Now, Have anyone tried this -- doing week 1 of month 1 and jumping to week 1 in month 2 and then following the same schedule respectively for the rest of the weeks !!

    Please share your thoughts and experience ..
  • 123whit
    123whit Posts: 9
    Is so hard for me I don't have any help...But I will try.


    Start Date: July 23, 2012
    Projected End: December 31, 2012
    Following Nutrition Guide: nope
    Starting weight(with Insanity): 280
    Goal Weight(hoping to reach after completion):230


    You have all of us here on mfp :) You just gotta want it for yourself!
  • kvanderh
    kvanderh Posts: 20 Member


    I'm 28, 5'3" and 161lbs and I want to lose. Now, MFP says to eat 1200 cals per day but then should I eat back my exercise cals? Or should I just be eating more? I've lost 9lbs since I started but that was mostly in the first week and nothing since although I can see much more muscle definition. I'm just concerned I'm eating too little to lose weight.

    Thanks in advance!

    Hey! I'm following the calorie recommendations in the nutrition guide (although not the meals exactly). I would definitely think 1200 would be too few calories while doing insanity, at least for me! I'd be so hungry all the time! So if you want to follow MFP, eat back a portion of the exercise calories at least. But overall I recommend finding your BMR ie here: http://www.bmi-calculator.net/bmr-calculator/ then multiplying by an activity factor of 1.55 or 1.7 depending on how active you are during the day. Then subtract ~500 calories from that.

    So for me.. my BMR is 1550 or so, 1550*1.55 = 2402 - 500 = 1902 calories a day.

    Just another option! Good luck!
  • adjoa84
    adjoa84 Posts: 261 Member
    Day 5 - (or day 6 as I skipped the fit test) complete! I noticed an improvement in stamina even though this only the 2nd time doing plyometric cardio circuit. Also my arms feel stronger. I'm pleased :) I think I might run tomorrow, do a class on friday rest on saturday then pick up day 7 on sunday but who knows? Insanity is pretty addictive! Lol
  • EbonySD
    EbonySD Posts: 142
    Almost done with week 4 and I'm just giddy!
  • neti_call
    neti_call Posts: 81 Member
    So is someone going to start a group or is this thread it?
  • wish21
    wish21 Posts: 602 Member
    nope, this is it the thread.
  • wish21
    wish21 Posts: 602 Member
    Is so hard for me I don't have any help...But I will try.


    Start Date: July 23, 2012
    Projected End: December 31, 2012
    Following Nutrition Guide: nope
    Starting weight(with Insanity): 280
    Goal Weight(hoping to reach after completion):230

    no I havent but it sounds really cool to try. I think as long as you are moving you will se results
  • TrenishaB01
    TrenishaB01 Posts: 1 Member
    I am excited about not only changing my body but changing my life. I started Insanity about a week and a half ago. Although the workouts are tough I feel awesome after completing one. I am somewhat following the nutrition guide, but for the most part using my fitness pal to make sure i stay between 1500-1600 calories a day. So far I've lost 3 lbs. I cant wait to post more results!!

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  • mittenkit
    mittenkit Posts: 5
    So I've got a question please for those of you who are already doing Insanity - how long in practice does it take you to do one of the dvds? It seems that a lot of folk starting out kind go at their own pace and stop for a wee break if necessary, and I fully expect to have to do this, too.....the dvds are all 45ish minutes, and I wanted to get opinions on how long it actually takes you to complete a workout?

    I'm planning to try and do mine each morning before work, so need to try and plan my time accordingly and don't want to leave it short. Is an hour more realistic? Very thankful for any advice!
  • urglewurgle
    urglewurgle Posts: 224 Member
    It just takes as long as the DVD is, when I take a break I don't stop the DVD just have a few seconds deep breathing (or sometimes kinda semi-collapsed!) and then dig deeper and power through!
  • urglewurgle
    urglewurgle Posts: 224 Member
    Just wondered what type of shoe everyone wears to do their insanity? I've been wearing Nike Air Max and have had a bit of foot pain. It's pay day this weekend so might treat myself to some new trainers. Any recommendations?
  • WandRsmom
    WandRsmom Posts: 253 Member
    IM IN! I have a tattoo to let heal but I am in soooo in! Got my insanity yesterday, had to put it in and give it a go! But with the new tat, I can't sweat too much so I wont be starting until August 1st )get the tattoo MOnday, have another workout to finish up this weekend.

    Start Date: August 1st
    Projected End: Oct 1st
    Following Nutrition Guide: Somewhat
    Starting weight(with Insanity): (not 100% as its two weeks away ) 168
    Goal Weight(hoping to reach after completion):150
  • susanjackson66
    susanjackson66 Posts: 680 Member
    So I've got a question please for those of you who are already doing Insanity - how long in practice does it take you to do one of the dvds? It seems that a lot of folk starting out kind go at their own pace and stop for a wee break if necessary, and I fully expect to have to do this, too.....the dvds are all 45ish minutes, and I wanted to get opinions on how long it actually takes you to complete a workout?

    I'm planning to try and do mine each morning before work, so need to try and plan my time accordingly and don't want to leave it short. Is an hour more realistic? Very thankful for any advice!


    When I take extra breaks I also don't stop the workout. Just go at your own pace and jump back in when you can. I don't take more than a few seconds to catch my breathe then I am back.

    I also get mine in first thing in the morning. I love morning workouts!:smile:

    Week 1 Day 3 complete. Since I missed yesterday I think I am going to skip the cardio recovery this week.
  • loveachallenge
    loveachallenge Posts: 62 Member
    Day 5 - (or day 6 as I skipped the fit test) complete! I noticed an improvement in stamina even though this only the 2nd time doing plyometric cardio circuit. Also my arms feel stronger. I'm pleased :) I think I might run tomorrow, do a class on friday rest on saturday then pick up day 7 on sunday but who knows? Insanity is pretty addictive! Lol

    Insanity is going to help you with the runs, you'll see! Half marathon in Oct, will be a breeze.
  • loveachallenge
    loveachallenge Posts: 62 Member
    So I've got a question please for those of you who are already doing Insanity - how long in practice does it take you to do one of the dvds? It seems that a lot of folk starting out kind go at their own pace and stop for a wee break if necessary, and I fully expect to have to do this, too.....the dvds are all 45ish minutes, and I wanted to get opinions on how long it actually takes you to complete a workout?

    I'm planning to try and do mine each morning before work, so need to try and plan my time accordingly and don't want to leave it short. Is an hour more realistic? Very thankful for any advice!

    I do Insanity every am before work. For month 1 the DVDs are max 45minutes, however in month two some are up to 1 hour. I do the entire DVD from start to finish. I do not skip on the warmup or cool down. I dont pause the DVDs ever, I just go straight through so however long the DVD is, is as long as I will go.
  • loveachallenge
    loveachallenge Posts: 62 Member
    Just wondered what type of shoe everyone wears to do their insanity? I've been wearing Nike Air Max and have had a bit of foot pain. It's pay day this weekend so might treat myself to some new trainers. Any recommendations?

    ASICS...I don't wear any other shoes. They are expensive but they are so worth it. For running especially and for all the jumping and plyo moves, I love them.
  • bbaker172
    bbaker172 Posts: 93
    So is someone going to start a group or is this thread it?
    I belong to an Insanity group....just go up top of your bar and click groups and do a search. : ) HTH!
  • Mhhenderson
    Mhhenderson Posts: 17 Member
    I need some help from those of you that have been at this for a while. I'm only on week 1 and just completed day 4 -- Cardio Recovery and I didn't enjoy the workout and it is a let down from the others; if that makes any sense at all. I'll be going back to work in about 2 weeks (school teacher) and I'm thinking about flip-flopping the Wednesday and Thursday workouts and doing my own things on Wednesdays rather than Cardio Recovery. Wednesdays are long day for me -- I leave for work at 7AM and we go straight to church after school so we don't usually get home until about 8PM, but I can get up earlier enough on Wednesdays to do some treadmill work rather than the Cardio Recovery.

    What are your thoughts on skipping the "recovery" day?

    Thanks for your help.
  • susanjackson66
    susanjackson66 Posts: 680 Member
    I am doing this same thing this week. I am only going to be able to work out 5 days this week not 6, so i am going to skip cardio recovery. I know its in there for a reason, but if I have to skip a workout that's the one I want to skip!
  • adjoa84
    adjoa84 Posts: 261 Member
    bump so I have the link to the new thread
  • adjoa84
    adjoa84 Posts: 261 Member
    I need some help from those of you that have been at this for a while. I'm only on week 1 and just completed day 4 -- Cardio Recovery and I didn't enjoy the workout and it is a let down from the others; if that makes any sense at all. I'll be going back to work in about 2 weeks (school teacher) and I'm thinking about flip-flopping the Wednesday and Thursday workouts and doing my own things on Wednesdays rather than Cardio Recovery. Wednesdays are long day for me -- I leave for work at 7AM and we go straight to church after school so we don't usually get home until about 8PM, but I can get up earlier enough on Wednesdays to do some treadmill work rather than the Cardio Recovery.

    What are your thoughts on skipping the "recovery" day?

    Thanks for your help.

    I know what you mean about it being a 'let down' i was thinking that half way through BUT it is sooo good for killing soreness and also I feel unless you're used to working out at such a high intensity you kinda need that recovery day. Just my thoughts i've only been doing Insanity for a week so maybe someone further along in their journey will chime in
  • alasin1derland
    alasin1derland Posts: 575 Member
    I also just finished cardio recovery and found it very easy, I had no problem keeping up with video today, I will just do something else today to round it out like bike riding. I look very forward to getting my butt kicked tomorrow.
  • angiek681
    angiek681 Posts: 5
    bump:wink:
  • aspringer210
    aspringer210 Posts: 2
    On my first round of Insanity, I did the recovery days. On the next 2 rounds I skipped them and did something else, like jogging.
  • wish21
    wish21 Posts: 602 Member
    confession time.:embarassed: I havent even started Insanity!! I just havent been having enough energy. I work at a daycare From 9 to 6. And when I get home all I wanna do is sit and watch tv/computer. I keep saying tmrw tmrw thmrw. But it never happens. Any advice? I tried the am workouts and I just dont have any strength I am so tired. I know I just need to get off my butt and do something!!!
  • adjoa84
    adjoa84 Posts: 261 Member
    confession time.:embarassed: I havent even started Insanity!! I just havent been having enough energy. I work at a daycare From 9 to 6. And when I get home all I wanna do is sit and watch tv/computer. I keep saying tmrw tmrw thmrw. But it never happens. Any advice? I tried the am workouts and I just dont have any strength I am so tired. I know I just need to get off my butt and do something!!!

    A workout buddy? Can you rope any of your friends in? We're all here obviously but sometimes you do need someone physically there to help you get started. I started working out at a friends house for motivation and then we dropped down to just a 'prompt' call. Motivation does vary however so maybe you're having an off week? How about starting on a weekend when you're not working (hopefully)?
  • adjoa84
    adjoa84 Posts: 261 Member
    Day 6 complete! Day 7 tomorrow (Friday) is gonna be my 'rest' day but i'm actually going to an outdoor circuit class lol I'm going to take it easy though and either pick up Day 8 on saturday or sunday if I need a proper rest day! Keeping digging ill hopefully post some week 1 results on my return! Keep it up ladies!

    And thanks for all the awesome support and motivation so far! AMAZING!!!
  • wish21
    wish21 Posts: 602 Member
    confession time.:embarassed: I havent even started Insanity!! I just havent been having enough energy. I work at a daycare From 9 to 6. And when I get home all I wanna do is sit and watch tv/computer. I keep saying tmrw tmrw thmrw. But it never happens. Any advice? I tried the am workouts and I just dont have any strength I am so tired. I know I just need to get off my butt and do something!!!

    A workout buddy? Can you rope any of your friends in? We're all here obviously but sometimes you do need someone physically there to help you get started. I started working out at a friends house for motivation and then we dropped down to just a 'prompt' call. Motivation does vary however so maybe you're having an off week? How about starting on a weekend when you're not working (hopefully)?

    I was thinking the weekend too. Off week indeed, i just started my job monday aka the day I was supposed 2 start insanity. Im going to keep trying and not give up!

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