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  • I used the bands for "pulls ups" (80 & 100 lb strength) only, rather than the pull up bar on a door. You will find out quickly if the weights are enough for you or not. There are a few exercises where you need a lighter weight 10 lbs (4-5 kg?) and some that you will build up to 40 lbs (18 kg?) You will love (and hate) the…
    in Dumbells for P90x Comment by socalg August 2011
  • This will always be an area of great debate. Read this article "The Truth About the Fat Burning Zone" from about.com and the other related articles. I think that high intensity combined with the right calroie intake will suit you fine. I did P90X and reduced calories and lost 38 pounds in about 75 days. Started at the…
    in Was I behind the door for this......... Comment by socalg August 2011
  • Try this link about Heart Rate Zones. You will see that certain 'zones' are better than others at burning fat vs. pure cardio strength. http://walking.about.com/cs/fitnesswalking/a/hearttraining.htm This link has a heart rate calulator based on age and fitness level. http://exercise.about.com/cs/fitnesstools/l/bl_THR.htm I…
    in Max heart rate Comment by socalg June 2011
  • Sorry to hear about your dog... Use the tool. Even when it is not good news as far as what you are eating, it is a reminder of what you are consuming and just by entering the items, it helps you to eat better. Stick to your goals... You can do it. Let us know how it is going.
    in Newbie in SoCal Comment by socalg June 2011
  • Do the 90 days as they outline. Then build your own routine from there. It is a great process....
    in ? about P90X (confused) Comment by socalg June 2011
  • - Can you tell us what your heart rate is registering or the % of max heart rate during your workouts as well. 250 cals seems really low. - Does the HRM allow you to enter your specifics (age, weight, M/F) in before you start?
    in P90X-HELP from those that are using a HRM! Comment by socalg June 2011
  • I am on day 65 of P90X and have the same issue. Have lost lots of weight and am in much better shape, but a long way to go. I have a MIO Drive Heart Rate Calculator with Calorie burn on it. Most of the time I do a strength session on P90X it says 850 - 950 for the 60 mins. Problem for me is that during the short 30 second…
    in p90x workouts - Someone help with calorie burn question Plea Comment by socalg March 2011
  • Recovery drinks will not help you lose weight, but are designed to help your muscles "recover" from very strenuous workouts. I use Gatorade G3 Recovery drinks after P90X workouts, who really knows if they work or not. Here is a site for a recovery drink MIKE'S MIX that explains everything you need to know about recovery…
    in Results & Recovery Drink, Does it really help lose weight??? Comment by socalg March 2011
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