P 90 X At Home Workout

[ZileadArm]

Hey everyone,

So I am starting a new program called "P90X." You can read about it here: http://www.beachbody.com/product/fitness_programs/p90x.do

I am really looking forward to starting this, as it is very intense interval training that keeps ramping up the difficulty each time. I have tried going to gyms to work out, but found them to cause me too much anxiety at the present time, so this I thought would be a good way to exercise, get motivated by the trainers, and have fun all at the same time. Maybe it will motivate me to join a gym, and be around others working out as well. Has anyone else done the program?

[fastback]

Hey that sounds great. I have heard a lot of good things about the P90X workout. I may try it myself. I really need to start a regular workout regimen. Keep us posted on how it is going for you.

[LucyWoo]

That's really good you're starting P90X! I've tried that myself, but it was a little much for me. Instead I've kept up a consistent running routine, which has helped. There's definitely a difference in my anxiety level if I skip a day.

[Ferni]

Your fitness link is awesome do you have some HIIT workouts for stout guys who are above 200 pounds. Please share.

[michaelshane]

I've done P90X3, Les Mills Combat, and the first workout of P90. My favorite of the three was Les Mills Combat. (Beachbody doesn't distribute it anymore), but I really liked P90x3. It provided a balanced workout with plenty of variety. Tony Horton is a little over-the-top, but you kind of get used to him. The thing about the original P90x was that the workouts were an hour long, but a significant portion of that time was Tony Horton talking.
The key to getting the most out of P90x is consistency. If you follow the program, you are going to see positive results. It all depends on how much you put into it.
I wish you the best in your fitness journey. When you're sore, remember that feeling...it's called "Change!"

[michaelshane]

I would also recommend looking into Mark Lauren's "You Are Your Own Gym". Mark Lauren's workouts are done entirely without weights or other equipment. If you're just starting out, bodyweight exercise is safe and effective way to start. He has a book called "You Are Your Own Gym", and also a DVD workout.

[Mateo]

michaelshane,

Thanks for this! Great recommendations. I did half of p90x and the time required was tough. (it's almost like the daily habit of therapy is tough!!!). But the results were great. I checked out P90x3, never started, but noticed it was shorter. Even with P90X I got to a point where I knew the exercises and went at a faster pace than the video, because you're right - it's a lot of him talking.

Definitley going to check out Mark Lauren. I had been recommended this before and totally forgot. Thanks for this!