Posted by Steve in Exercise | 95 Comments
P90X
Ok, so I have decided to take the plunge and start the P90X workout program. I am coming to the end of my current workout routine at the gym and it’s time to mix it up a bit.
For those that don’t know what P90X is, it’s a home workout program designed by trainer Tony Horton. The system consists of 12 workouts (listed below) a diet plan and a workout calender. You can see the sales pitch HERE.
I was very fortunate in the fact that I didn’t have to pay for the program. A friend of mine purchased it several months ago and just never really kept up with it. I traded it to for my Abs Diet book. It retails for $119.95 so I’m happy with the savings.
I’ve had a chance to watch all of the workouts, read some reviews, watch the infomercial (I have it PVR’d) and look over the diet plan, which I will not be following. Not that there is anything wrong with it, it’s just that they really like to promote their own power bars and shakes.
There are 3 phases to P90X nutrition plan:
Phase 1 – Fat Shredder:
Focused on High protein meal plan designed to help give you strength and “shred” your fat.
Phase 2 – Energy Boost:
A little more balanced meal plan where you get to add some complex carbs back into your diet.
Phase 3 – Endurance Maximizer
Much more focus on complex carbs, pretty moderate protein and fat intakes.
Nothing groundbreaking here but it fits with the overall theme of changing things often. I will be following something similar but more based on my own likes and dislikes. I already eat a lot of protein rich foods so I’ll be focusing on cut back on the carbs and saturated fat.
What equipment to you need?
Other than the DVD’s themselves you’ll need to get the following:
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* Good quality yoga mat or a rubber mat.
* Dumbbells with a decent amount of weight (10-30 lbs) or resistance bands.
* A Chair or a Stool.
* A chin up/pull up bar (this can be difficult to obtain, depending on your living arrangements)
Here is a picture of my homemade pull up bar. You can buy doorway pull up bars that are just as effective. Here is an example
. Mine is very crude but for $20 it gets the job done.
The 12 At Home Workouts:
These are the 12 workouts that come with the program:
* Chest and Back
* Plyometrics
* Shoulders and Arms
* Yoga X
* Legs and Back
* Kenpo X
* X Stretch
* Core Synergistics
* Chest, Shoulders and Triceps
* Back and Biceps
* Cardio X
* Ab Ripper X
None of them look even remotely easy. But that is the whole point of this program. To work yourself hard and push your body to be the best it can be. To coin their slogan you need to “Bring It” and man do I plan to.
Who else is doing P90X?
I want to know who else out there is doing P90X? Have you tried it already and if so was it all you thought it would be? Let me know your thoughts and wish me luck. By the looks of the Ab Ripper X workout I think I’ll need it. 
Hi steve I wish you good luck with this workout. I’m curious to see the results.
It would be cool if you take pictures before, during and after the process so people can see and evaluate.
take care.
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Irwan Reply:
May 21st, 2010 at 12:41 am
I think so, it would be perfect with pictures..
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I want to try P90X but its too expensive and I have NOWHERE to put a pullup bar. It seems like the kind of program i could really get into, but I guess ill have to live vicariously through you. keep us posted!
http://www.groundedfitness.com
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i would like to try it as well but P90X is too expensive. I’m doing some workout but not all the 12 in your list. hope to do that someday.
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john doe Reply:
March 16th, 2010 at 9:44 am
Expensive… yes. Now I know this isn’t the greatest way, but I’ve heard (possibly seen) people download the dvds off of Limewire. And you can find all of the workout routines by a simple google search. In terms of a lift up bar, for $30ish buy one the the power gym or perfect pull up systems. They just hook onto your door frame (no screws or anything). Thus, you have everything you basically need… for like $30 bucks and some download time. This is hear say, but worth a shot if you’re truly interested.
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The cost was also the thing that was stopping me from buying it. So imagine how excited I was when I got it for practically nothing.
Look at it this way.
If you ate Mcdonalds or any fast food place twice a week for 90 days (13 weeks) at $5 per meal you would end up spending $130.
OR
If you buy a workout dvd at Walmart or where ever, you’ll end up spending $15 easily. P90X gives you 12 workouts which is $10 a piece.
OR
Weight Watchers, this costs $16 per week plus a $40 sign up (first week included) Over the remaining 12 weeks (13 weeks total) will cost you $220.
Those are just my thoughts on it. Plus they offer a 90 day money back guarantee, plenty of time to try it out.
I finished day 1 yesterday, Man are those workouts intense. I felt nauseous and very weak afterwards, even today. But I slept like a baby.
89 days to go.
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Hey, I wish you well on your P90x journey. I am in my third round. I started Jan 31 2007. This is one hardcore routine. The great thing about it if you work it you never hit a plateau ever. You just keep getting better and better once you get the hang of it. Good luck on your journey.
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I have so much about this P90X, and it looks like it’s time to take the plunge. I really need to loose weight, and if this is the fastest way as you people say i’m in!
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@Buffedstuff – Thanks, I know I am going to need it. This is day 4 and I am sore everywhere.
For this round are you still doing the classic version?
@Joey – P90X isn’t necessarily the fastest way to lose weight. You will lose weight, but the idea is to get stronger and in better shape. Be warned that it isn’t for everyone as it is very intense. (The warm ups could be classifed as workouts for some people).
If you do decide to go ahead with it, I wish you luck and keep pushing play (with your very sore fingers)
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Hello Steve! This is really interesting article I thing to training at home soon because in my town haven`t got any goo fitness saloon. And I thing to try P90X for my program, I hope I`ll do it right. Best regards man.
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Steve,
Way to go!! I’m a Team Beachbody Coach and big fan of P90x.
Thanks for sharing your results with everyone.
Are you aware that you can use the online gym for free also to go along with your P90x. You can log in your workouts and be eligible to win the daily prize of $300-$1000.
It doesn’t matter that you didn’t purchase the DVD’s from Beachbody. It’s a free tool that is available to you and anyone else here also. You don’t have to be doing P90x.
Just go to my page and click the gold Million Dollar Body Tab at the bottom. You can set up a profile. Log in your workouts. Meet other people on the message boards sharing results. It really is a great tool and I promise it is free.
For those of you who can’t afford P90x and want to do it. Maybe you can get a buddy or two to invest in the program and actually do it together. That is how I started. It’s also much easier to do when you have a couple of friends doing it with you.
Best of luck to you Steve!! Keep pushing play and sharing your results!!!
Tamara
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Yes it sounds like you are doing great, keep us posted and some before /after photos would be great
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Hi
I started this work out 4 weeks ago. I was tempted by a coworker of mine who had already gone through 1 round or 90 days and I saw his shape change dramatically. So I agreed.
I have to tell you that I am completly out of shape, overweight by about 30lbs and never really exercised in my life.
I am on week 4 of the first month. To date I have lost 10 inches in total and about 10lbs. Some of the things in the workouts I can not do but I modify some of the exercises to work for me. The first 2 weeks I was so sore I could hardly move. I have noticed my endurance has changed, people are commenting on my changing shape all the time.
This program gets results. I have tried using the treadmill, weight watchers etc and nothing gave me results as quick as this program.
I did take a before photo and plan on taking an after photo – after the 90 days. I already plan to continue past the 90 days because I know it will take me a little longer to see the results that I am looking for because of how out of shape I was when I started.
I will keep you posted
P90X Rocks
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I am usually put of from these types of programs because they sound a little “gimmicky”, and I often stick to basics. It will be interesting in seeing any updates you have from this. I guess you can not share any of the workouts because they are copyright of the book?
Andy
Fitness Uncovered
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p90x is an awesome workout, it was a bit tough at the start but now im on day 23. for anyone sitting on the fence, i really do recommend it, even though its a tad bit expensive. btw if you cant get a pullup bar going then just but the exercise bands, while they are not a perfect replacement it still works you out enough
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I am glad to read this post.This is really very supportive for such people who are suffering the problems of over weight.For them P90X workout program is amazing.I also want to lose weight so I’ll try it.Thanks for this nice article.
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I’ve been doing P90X for 9 months now and still enjoy doing it. I have added other workouts in like swimming and running but P90X has given me a great base to build off of.
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I am finding it hard to get the full hour in everyday right now. But that is life. You need to make it a priority and that is what I’m doing.
I have already dropped 6 pounds in the last few weeks and I feel so much stronger in such a short time.
Thanks for the comments everyone, I’ll be posting the before and after pics hopefully on day 91.
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Hi,
I am glad to know the thorough detail about this P90X.All its twelve workouts are really fantastic.I’ll try it.Thanks for the information.
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Thank you very much for the very informative post. This post really helps a lot for the people who have the problem of over weight. I’ll pass this post to my cousin as she has the same problem and she wanted to lose the weight. P90X workout program is really helpful. Thanks for giving the detailed P90X nutrition plan. You really did a great job. Thanks for the sharing.
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just get it on the internet if anyone knows what i mean lol.
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I have been doing the lean version of P90X and am in week 12. I have lost 10lbs and have dropped almost 4 inches off my waist. I love, love this program. I am getting ready to start the classic version in 1 week as I am entering my last round of recovery week for the lean program. I have to get up at 5:30am to get these workouts in, as I am a busy mom of 3.
Yes, this is one of the hardest workouts I have ever been a part of but the results are there, I use the green band with a door attachment for the pull-ups (still can’t do one of those but that is one of my goals). You must decided to NOT quit this program before you even start or you will find all kind of excuses as to why you can’t work out today etc…. being sore will just be a way of life for you now and you just need to accept that.
I am dissappointed that I didn’t lose more weight but I didn’t follow their food guide (just drastically changed my diet into one that was really healthy) I hope to loose more weight with the classic version and incorporating walking into my day too.
Good luck to all those who choose to “Bring It” everyday!
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I just started the lean program. I’m on day 3. I’m still sore from starting the classic version on day 1 by mistake. I’ve now switched to lean program b/c it better suites my needs at this point. I’m very motivated and want to see changes. I like the program b/c it’s something different and I don’t get bored. Anyone else out there that has tried the lean version and got results?
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Hello all,
I’ m on Day 4 of the lean version. What a hard few days it has been. I couldn’t even roll over in bed the night after Core Synergetics workout. But, I’ve never been this certain that I will get amazing results from this program. The exercises are so good, and even though the workout are an hour long, I haven’t been even close to bored. Tony Horton isn’t cheesy, so he’s also very easy to listen to. I’m loving it. The diet plan is pretty easy to follow too. I’m not sure if I’m imagining it or not, but I already feel stronger! Looking forward to see what’s in store for the old bod.
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I was sore for days after I first started and I have admittedly had to “restart” the program a few times. It is intense and can be a challenge just finding the time to get the workouts in.
Sparkpeople.com has a great support group for people doing the P90X program.
http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/groups_individual.asp
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I’m just beggining the p90x program. Reading these blogs makes me beyond excitd to begin. I’m searching for a better life style, and with the my schedule going to the gym drains alot of me, WISH ME LUCK!
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P90X is just extreme and i am going to do it, i have a bowflex type machine with cables, i can do all the pull ups stuff there and have all the required material too.
Time to lose that ugly fat
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HI EVERYONE,
IM ON DAY 3 OF THE WORKOUT I AM WALKING LIKE A ZOMBIE POLYMETRICS REALLY DID MY LEGS IN LOOKING FORWARD TO SPEAKING TO ALL OF YOU MORE…GOOD LUCK
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I have been doing, P90X for about 2 weeks now, I can not get into the diet but the workouts are great, I am dripping wet after most. As for the price, don’t pay for the disc’s you can down load them all from the internet for free. Go to LINK REMOVED and you will find them all. Now just by some bands, no push up bar is needed.
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Tom Chalmers Reply:
January 10th, 2010 at 2:53 pm
Hi Christopher,
I am just reading your post from last year. How are you doing now almost 12 months after you started? I am curious to know what your results were.
You mention being able to download the DVDs on the internet. I am a newbie so I need more detail on how to do that.
Tom
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I am currently on day 5 of the lean program and so far I love it. I concider myself to be in fairly good shape, but this workout has really challanged me… this might sound crazy but I feel like I am seeing result after just a few days! I can already tell that this program is going to get me into the best shape of life and I am excited to continue the journey and see my body transform.
This is not an easy work out and I find that I have to constantley keep myself motivated to keep it up but if you are prepared to “bring it” p90x will change your life.
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Hey, I’m on my second day, just did Polymetrics this morning, and my legs are basically mush. I’m 260lbs. and can’t wait to get rid of it. How are you other p90X-ers finding the diet?
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I am just trying to convince myself to by the p90x and just get started. What is so different from this work out them all the others on the infomercials? They always have people on every infomercial with before pictures and awesone after pictures….why believe the p90x commercial? I am not over weight just would like to loose a few before summer and tone up. The mid thirties have hit and so has the flabby skin!
Convince me more.
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Lala Reply:
February 16th, 2010 at 12:56 am
Just want to try and convince you more. 5 years ago I was 75lbs overweight. I managed ( with diet and my own exercise routine) to shed it and considered myself in amazing shape. Until I met Tony!! This program is amazing. As much as I hurt and sweat I love my workout. I have two children under 8 and had resigned myself to the fact that ripped abs were not possible. Baby, look at me now!! Im so happy with the result and I didnt follow the diet exactly. Im going to rest for a couple of weeks then give it a go again. It is so worth it. Do this for yourself. Those of us in our mid thirties (35) can show up any 20 something with Tonys help.
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I’m at about Day 50 of the program.
Some comments:
1. You have to be commited to doing the workouts. Most days are 75 minutes. A short workout is 55 minutes. 90 minutes for yoga
2. Be careful on the portion sizes of the meal plan. My wife was prepping the meals and we were eating too much…
3. The workouts are hard. You have to “do your best and forget the rest”. I’m in pretty good shape but after 50 days, I still can’t do all the Ab Ripper reps. But I’m real close
4. I’ve been running and going to the gym for years, but this program makes you work all parts of your body and build strength and stamina. I’ve made really noticeable improvements in the last 7 weeks.
5. I’m 46 and at the end of p90x I will be in the best shape of my life.
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Started the program this morning, Day 1, and I thought I was going to throw up after the workout. I have been running and lifting for years, but this was a great workout — it really pushed me.
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I just purchased the P90X workout DVD set this morning and am just waiting for it to arrive in the mail. I first heard about it from some friends at work, and have seen some great results from them and they have been doing it for 3wks. I can’t wait to start it up, and am aware of how hard and intense it can be – it just have to focus on the results I want and not be lazy!! Wish me luck in starting up once I recieve the DVD’s and good luck to all of you and Steve in your P90X journey!!!!
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i just started the 3rd week of this program and i love it!! My first few days were brutal and really didnt think i could go on but I pushed myself to keep goin and its getting easier and can make it through the plyometrics now without collapsing lol Im definitely seeing results! I feel fantastic! There is definitely pain involved but it works. As for the diet plan, I am loving it. I had terrible eating habits before this and went days without eating which resulted in weight gain. I absoulutely recommend this program
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I am starting the workout on Monday which will be March 9, 2009. I have had this program for awhile and kept putting it off, but I am at the point now where I told myself, you have to stop making excuses and just shut up and do it! Instead of talking about doing it how about I get some results and just actually do it! I am REALLY excited about it! I eat very healthy already, so I am not going to follow the nutrition plan they have in there, I feel I am already very knowledgable when it comes to nutrition! I am going to take a before picture this Sunday and will post them as I go through the phases! I am going to incorporate running for 30 minutes 3x’s a week also as I am trying to lose weight!! Well.. here goes nothing!! =)
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OKay you ahve all convinced me to buy the P90X. Question: Is there a way to get it off the internet? I was talking to someone at work who has it from the internet and he said ” that it cuts out here and there and some spot are missing on the disc on occasion. What do yuo think? Any opinions?
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Good luck to you all, I know of a couple of co-workers, 1 female, 1 male, they have convinced me to try P90X. I think my wife and I are going to start in a week or so.
Wish me luck, can’t wait to look great for the beach!
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Hey All. I just got my copy of the P90X and I thought I am sore from just watching it. hehe. I can’t wait to get in an get ripped. good luck to all.
T
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I have been checking out P90x for a while and I am going to buy it. It is on sale near to where I live, and I can’t seem to get back to the gym. P90X is cheaper than a gym membership.
I hurt my shoulder in the gym over a year ago and even though I was feeling and looking good, I just can’t get the motivation to re-start.
For anyone with no space for a chin up bar, go to your local park. Look around for a bar that you can get your hands around, if not check another park. It works.
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Do we need to do all of the programs to see the same results, I can only get my hands on the cardio, and upper body workouts, and thats all i really care about anyway…are they all separate programs or do you need to do all of them to get the results in 90 days?
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Hey guys!! Couldn’t wait, started the lean program today, tomorrow will be cardio x, can’t wait to get through the first 3 weeks i feel like that wiill be the challenge!!!
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Guys thanks for all the great feedback on this post. I’m glad that so many of you are doing this program.
For those of you that are on the fence about buying it, I just wrote a post about P90X being on sale at Walmart. You can read about it on the homepage.
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After watching the informercials for about 2 weeks in a row, my husband and I said, ok lets buy this ! We are not infomercial people but I do know about Tony Horton and he is just amazing, so we ordered and when it came in the mail we started right away !
We are on week 3, we are generally in good shape, we work out often but not religiously and not necessarily much overweight… All I can say is that P90X is really extreme ! Wow, cannot get enough, I’m on a rush of working out and will never give up this training. I have gone down 2 pant sizes, and one more by next week if it continues, lost 10 lbs, and I’m starting to see the definition everywhere ! My husband is in the same boat !
We feel so energized, less tired, strong, and feeling that we are on our way to our best shape ever and we’re in our late 30s. So thank your Tony for a great training, will never forget this !
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I was in the same boat as Kristen. I bought the p90x and have been procrastinating. Work is slow and I opened it up and wanted to see what it would be like before starting Day 1 and tried a few of the exercises. I’m hooked and can’t wait to get going. I’m buying items for my meal plan tomorrow, getting measured up at the gym today and doing some cardio. I think having a combination of added cardio with the p90x is great. I’ll encourage you Kristen, if you’ll encourage me. Wait until I tell you where I was at physically in the past, now and after. I’m so excited!!!!
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Hi All,
I”m about to buy the P90X from a friend who did it. I hope to start in a few days when i get the nutrition stuff and buy it all. Can’t wait for the challenge! I have been in sports all my life but have never been “lean” I’m getting married in a year and I want to look my best.. Soo P90X i’m trying you out!
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hey everyone, i started p90x four days ago but im not using their meal plan. im eating consciously and all but is there anything else you guys can recommend in terms of protein drinks or anything else to help with burning the fat? Loving Tony so far!!
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Hey everybody! I wish all of you good luck and keep going. It’s a GREAT program! I’ve just finished Phase 1 and I can’t believe how much better I feel and look.
For Monica, I love Myoplex light shakes. They taste really good and you can find them at any GNC store.
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Hello p90x nation. This is our first of hopefully many posts regarding Tony Hortons miracle work outs. My wife and I just got off the phone from ordering our P90X dvds. 7 Days from now were gonna be as sore as the rest of you ; ) Your amazing results are very inspiring and give us absolute faith in this program. 1 Question though did any of you order the the supplements as well? We both take organic protein shakes and a very good organic liquid vitamine so I’m sure that will good enough. Good luck to all you who have made the comitment to getting healthy.
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I am going to start soon but cant find a chin-up bar or at least a place to put it in the basement. How do the bands substitute for the bar? Were do you hook them? I have no door in the basement available…
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My husband and I are doing P90X. We are on day 3 and are so pumped! Im excited to see our results in 90 days.
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I’m starting P90X today, just bought it this weekend at Costco. Been reading their nutrition guide from cover to cover cause I plan on following it. That’ll be a challenge since I’m a bread and starchy food eater… I’ll miss my 3 peanut butter toasts every morning!!! I read all your posts guys and let me say, I’m scared shitless!!! Looks hard and pain will be part of my life for the next 90 days… but with all the good comments you gave, there’s no way I’m quitting before I get the results I’m waiting for! I already have my P90X chin-up bar that I bought months ago… I think it’s time I make a good use of it (since it’s more like a door stopper now)! When I got it, I was planning on downloading the workouts on the net… guys, at 100$ I feel it’s more like an investment than an expense
Wish me good luck and thanks for proving me I wasn’t wrong making the move!
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I am planning on starting the program next week. After reading all of the posts I am a bit afraid, but really excited about getting going and seeing the results. I am certainly not overweight, but I am out of shape and am looking forward to more energy and a tighter body (bikini here I come!!).
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i wanna get ripped like that but im small, only like 150 lbs. i donno if i should do that
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I am going to start the Lean version today after doing the Classic version for the first 4! I think it will be better for me b/c Yoga X kicked my butt and I feel like I haven’t been really getting anywhere despite my muscles being really sore.
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I have finally got my hands on the 12 disc but I didnt get the Fitness Guide, Nutrition Guide or Workout Calendar. Does anyone have a scan copy, I have a goal that for my 30th bday at the end f august I want to be in better shape.
If anyone can help, today would be my first day but I dont know where to begin.
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I have the same problem as Athomemom, (need the copy of the workout guide book and Nutrition Guide).Any help will be greatly appreciated so i can start my 90 day program asap.
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Hi, I’m on day 16 of the lean version, I have seen only results in my flexibility and just can’t follow the nutrion portion of p90x because of my crazy life with kids and a husband. Am I wasting my time or will the results just take longer? I am eating way better, having given up all junk except for ice tea, occasional homemade coockie and baked chips. Any info would be helpful… Thanks, Laura
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For those of you that are turned off by the price of the program..thats too bad. It’s too bad that you don’t think your worth it. Follow this analogy..look at yourself if you were an automobile, say a Porshe. If you had a Porsche, would you bring in the vehicle to a local garage, had Joe Blow working on it, and have aftermarket parts put in? Or would you go to the dealer, have a experienced tech work on the vehicle and spend the money to maintain the vehicle correctly. You would likely perform nothing but the best on that vehicle….Now look at yourself, don’t you think your worth a lot more than some automobile? Your heart, lungs, bloodstream, your an awesome machine. Your body is worth millions and you deserves nothing but the best for your body, your worth the measily 120 bucks it’s worth, and its damn worth it too!
I’m on my 3rd session and have been concentrating strictly on performance results, trying to reach my max heart rate and keep it there as long as I can, even surpassing it sometimes! My performance on the socer field has increased greatly, Im now running 10k’s with ease and my mind is sharper than before.
Horton will whip you into shape, only if you want it that bad. It’s a mind game. I know too many people who started but got lazy or unmotivated. If you truly wnat results within a 90 day period, Horton will take you there, guaranteed!
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P90X is truly an awesome workout! You can’t go wrong with it.
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I’m on day 17 of P90X Lean. At 6′ I was 230LB Im now almost 200 and am turning into a machine! This is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I dont plan on doing the programs for 90 days but for the rest of my life. BRING IT
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I’m on day one of the P90X program and it’s freakin’ haaaaard. The reason why I chose that program is that I don’t want to spend money to go to the gym and I wanted something efficient. So I’ve burned my friend’s DVDs and I’m starting!! The first disc discouraged me a lot, and I’ve been told I missed the second part of it… but I won’t give up!!!!! I’ve reached a point that tells me that if I don’t do something RIGHT NOW, I’ll be gaining more and more pounds.
And even though it’s hard, you really actually feel good afterwards
P90X rocks and roll!!!
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Hey , Tomorrow is D-day.
I will start it first and will show my wife the results.
I`m scared to start , same as i’am scared to see my self in the mirror …what a shame…
I will take all my time to do the workout.
I`m pretty sure i will have good result if God`s willing.
Peace upon you All ! and Bring it !
Karim
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Hey good for you! I’ve been doing P90X for over a year now. I did the three months and lost my first 50 lbs. I’m not down 70lbs. It’s an excellent workout! Of course its hard to begin with, Plyo is definitely the “X” in P90X but after you get the hang of it you might find that you love it. I love Tony and P90X!!!
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Its a great workout to try if you’re wanting to build muscle and a wonderful workout if you’re looking to both build muscle and lose weight. I didn’t following the nutrition plan that was provided. I was already a weight watchers follower and just decided to incorporate both plans into eachother. It worked wonderfully. If you’re wanting to lose weight it’s a good idea to start eating healthy too and doing P90X, it’s worth it and the results are amazing.
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I have a few question one being I have an offer to buy the whole system for 50 bucks. I’m 28 years old and have had a bone transplant in my arm.. I do use my wrist as much as I can but have no other limitations.. if i do everything other then using my arm, do you think its to my benefit? I cant’ bare weight on my arm is the problem. let me know if I’d be wasting my money.. thank you or your time guys!
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Steve Reply:
October 29th, 2009 at 10:12 pm
Holly as much as I love the P90X program I don’t think this program would be of much use to you. The workouts are very upperbody intense with tons of push ups and pull ups.
Plyometrics would be safe for you and maybe the ab ripper workouts.
I hope your arm heals quickly, I’d say wait until your completely healed before attempting any intense workouts.
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Hello,
I bought the P90X program after much research on the internet and was somewhat skeptical of the “amazing” results posted on their website. I am 48 yrs old and once upon a time was very atheletic and lean. After 10 yrs of work, family, kids and routine responsiblities, I wanted to get back into shape.
The first few days of P90X were horrible to say the least. I spent most of the time watching ( at least when I was not gasping or panting on the floor),,, but believe me, Tony Horton who is on the video is very encouraging and repeatedly assures you that its ok to do whatever you can. I am on my 63rd day ( Stage 3, 1st week), I feel better, stronger than I have felt in the last 15 yrs !, I have lost 1.5 inches of my waist, increased an inch on the biceps and thighs, I did not lose much weight, i am down about 6 lbs. I does trim you down visibly and I can notice my pants not trrying to bust the fly !
I did not follow the diet as strictly as I should so that may expolain the minminal weight loss,. But I do think its geared a littel towards endurance and body and muscle building,. Being an internal medicine physician, I am impressed how well balanced and thoughtfully its has been designed. Low impact, safe on your joints and it builds up gradualy.
It worth the money. Requrires harldy any equipement, I started low on weights and did 5 and 8 lbs, and just last week had to go to Walmart and buy the 10, 12, 15 and 20 lbs !
Last words, Bring it !
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Man P90X is no joke but I am doing a real sick workout. I am using a hybrid of P90X and Insanity. It kicks total butt..
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P90X Exercise Reply:
December 15th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
Thinking about doing a P90X/Insanity hybrid also starting in Jan. Love P90X. Getting ready to do plyo now!!
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Just a word of warning for those with Lupus, Multiple Sclerosis or other neurological disorders — This program is very hazardous to your health and, in extreme cases, can kill you. My brother in law has MS. He was admitted to the hospital with cardiac arrest then spent three days in a coma after using it for two weeks. It took months for him to recover enough to live on his own again. I spoke with my neurologist (I have Lupus) to see if this was just a freak incident. Since I had been doing the program for a couple of days and was already having some serious neurological issues, she did some testing and checking with other neuros. It was the extreme stress of the workouts on the body that were causing illness.
If you have any health issues, check with your doctor first. All of the programs say to do this, but few ever actually do it. It can save your life. I know other people, physically healthy people, who have done P90X and had great results so I’m not panning the program itself, just the effects it has on people with medical conditions.
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I’m 64 years old and in great health. Just had a great stress test and would like to know if anyone my age has tried P90X. If you have, what were your results and major obstacles? I think I could do the program, but have a little doubt.
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Nice info. You explain it better than other sport sites I’ve found. Thx
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Starting P90X next week, Wish me luck
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Steve Reply:
March 18th, 2010 at 2:37 pm
Amanda Good luck, I think you’ll need it.
Just stick with it and you should she some really great results. Are you planning on following the P90X diet plan as well?
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Amanda Reply:
March 18th, 2010 at 6:41 pm
I dont think Im doing the meal plan, I received the disks from a friend, and didnt get the meal plan or nutrition guide or anything like that. I am starting to eat healthier, and was in Weight Watchers a few months ago, so Im going to use a little bit of what I learned from that in the workout. Do you think that will help ?
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Steve Reply:
April 12th, 2010 at 10:22 pm
It should help, but make sure you are getting enough protein. The P90X workouts really tear up your muscles and you’ll need a lot of protein to repair the damage. Also don’t skimp on the Carbs too much either.
How is your progress so far?
Congrats on Bringing It with P90X. I did it this year and had great results. I am doing the Insanity workout now and it’s amazing – and hard-core.
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Steve Reply:
April 12th, 2010 at 10:24 pm
I just restarted the P90X program last week after a long bout with a knee injury.
I forgot just how tough the workouts were. Plyo is a killer.
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Im going to do the P90x Lean starting this Friday. Im 45 but im not going to kill myself if i cant do every routine. Maybe by the end of the 4th or 6th week i will do most of the excercises.
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Wow, P90X is pretty extreme. I did my first workout today and it was a good feeling of accomplishment. Felt sick at the end because of the intensity.
Took my first set of pics and didn’t realize how much weight I put on. I can’t wait to see my body in 90 days..
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GOOD luck to all…
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I have struggled with weight gain ever since having my daughter 5 years ago. I have tried every diet out there, only to fail over and over again. I started P90X 3 days ago. My body is weeping in pain – but no pain no gain!! I love the work outs (so far) I love Tony and his encouragement and I don’t at all feel like I have to keep up, I just do my best and forget the rest!! I am counting down my 90 days and know this will change my life forever!
Wish me luck!!
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For those who need to keep track of what you are eating, try my plate over at livestrong.com. It allows you to see what your daily intake totals are. The first round should be 50% protein, 30% carbs, and 20% fat. Ive been doing this for 3 weeks so far. The lean version. It is kicking my butt. But I plan to incorporate this into my daily routine for a while. I can keep up with like 90% of the workouts now. When i began I would have to sit though half of it.
I got the workout and looked at one of the videos and got intimidated. So i put it aside. My co worker was looking to get into shape so I gave him a copy. After seeing results on him I decided to do it too. It’s not that hard to do. It is all about commitment. The routine keeps you busy enough that you don’t get bored.
I chose to start on the lean cause I have a hard time getting motivated and sticking with a program if it is too intense. This is very challenging but as you advance you can do more reps and add more weight.
Give it a try, if you don’t like it return it.
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Kruz77…
I started 4 days ago – having just finished Yoga X today. I’m in pain too; especially my legs. I find it invigorating and look forward to what tomorrow’s workout will bring!
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THANK YOU so much for posting this!!! I’m buying it this weekend and starting on it right away! How is your workouts coming along?
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Hey I’ve just got the work out and am waiting a while though i just got my wisdom teeth out which is a major bummer b/c i cant wait to workout and get a killer beach bod . what did you make your pull up bar out of btw?
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Does having to follow the nutritions plan a major deal? I can’t eat every meal they suggest… its hard because i don’t plan on buying out everything at my local grocery store. How did you deal with eating right?
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Just bought the program today and am pretty syced to start! Will post again once I’m Into the program !:-)
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Jarrett Reply:
August 25th, 2010 at 11:35 pm
Hey, just wondering if you have started yet? I’m starting my program on September 1, 2010 and was kind of looking for some one to go along with.
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P90X is such an amazing program! I love it!
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I have the discs and would like to start right a way. I’m severely overweight (60lbs.)47 yr old male.
I am on BP medication and have knee issues (probably from the weight) Am I OK to start this program or should I be doing some kind of pre-fitness program first.
I was always athletic up to 5 yrs. ago so I have a knowledge of exercise and have done marathons, etc. but I want to know if there is anyone out there that has done this program from a similar starting point as me?
Thanks.
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