*The Official P90x Progress/Motivation Thread*

[theriz]

Originally Posted by 335iaz

One question, can this be done with out the pull up bar??? what free weights are you guys using? (bands etc).

Trying to figure out if I want to dive into this or not

i do everything in the videos and do the pull ups etc. Lawn mower at the gym.

[psalm40]

I think having the pull-up bar really helps. My theory was, "If I'm going to put up with all this crap (daily work-outs + severe diet change), I'm going to at least try to do it 100%."

I bought a pull-up bar off Amazon which bolted to my basement rafters with a little help from the local hardware store. There is really nothing more humbling than a pull-up, or lack thereof! I have heard some negative reviews of the "door frame" type of pull-up bars.

As for free weights....it depends on how strong you currently are. I am not strong (6'1" 188lbs) and I use 15 lb to 25 lb dumbells currently. I am only in my second week. My collection only goes to 35 lbs so I anticipate having to get a 45 lb set as well.

[Agent P]

Originally Posted by psalm40

I think having the pull-up bar really helps.

I'd agree with that. Although you can use bands to simulate a pull-up motion, there really is no substitute for pulling up your own body weight. But whatever works for you I guess. I have one of the bars that hooks on the door and it's been great for me. Have had it for 3-4 years with no problems at all (think it was only $40-50). Having said that, I use bands for the rest of the exercises and they work fine. Just make sure you get a set that 1) has enough tension to give you a workout, and 2) is of decent quality. Had a cheap one snap on me and those fuckers hurt!

[KGB7]

Pull up bars are dirt cheap at local sport stores and are worth every penny.

If you want to have V shaped body, then you need pull up bars.

[adrean8j]

Originally Posted by Agent P

Just make sure you get a set that 1) has enough tension to give you a workout, and 2) is of decent quality. Had a cheap one snap on me and those fuckers hurt!

I was cursing my butt off when it happened. After that I just ended up going to the Gym with the videos ripped to my IPOD and listening and watching when needed to get the most out of it....if you doing it at home I would say have weights at least up to 45lbs because a lot of the back stuff is not going to feel like a workout at all at weights under 30-45lbs (lawnmowers, Congdon Locomotive for example)

[335iaz]

I am all for getting a pullup bar .. its just where my tv's are situated, there isn't exactly a good place for a pull up bar if that make sense ...

[KGB7]

Originally Posted by 335iaz

I am all for getting a pullup bar .. its just where my tv's are situated, there isn't exactly a good place for a pull up bar if that make sense ...

It doesnt matter where TV is, pause it and then go do pull ups, then press play and cont with your work out.

Or move the freaking TV. You dont have to be 2 feet away from it at all times.

[Agent P]

Originally Posted by theriz

alright just got done with Day 1 of the Original Series.

and man i felt the burn and the abss, wow, the pain! lol

lets do this guys!!

Nice! Just finished my Day 1 too. I've done some of the workouts before so I knew what to expect, but Ab Ripper really lets you know how out of shape you are. Gonna be feeling it in the morning

Originally Posted by KGB7

It doesnt matter where TV is, pause it and then go to pull ups, then press play and cont with your work out.

Or move the freaking TV. You dont have to be 2 feet away from it at all times.

+1. You don't need to be right infront of the tv/comp the whole time. Once you pick up on the order and/or how to do each exercise, watching really isn't necessary. Besides - if there's a will, there's a way and you'll make it work. Get on it man!

[EngineCo52]

Originally Posted by timmahh

Alright.. today will officially be day one of p90x.

Took pictures last night, it's absolutely disgusting. I'm a cow.

hey bro when i did p90x i was 5'9 230lbs i was very strict on my diet, the first 2 weeks are the hardest, but after that you will feel like ur forcing food down. at the 90 days mark i was still 5'9 and 177lbs only thing i added on my day off is i went on a long hike through the state park...i even cut out alcohol but im happy i did because of the results. just make sure you take a daily vitamin you will need it...and just stick with it...do it with a motivated friend thats what i did and it really helped me out....good luck you WILL LOVE it

[Agent P]

Originally Posted by EngineCo52

hey bro when i did p90x i was 5'9 230lbs i was very strict on my diet, the first 2 weeks are the hardest, but after that you will feel like ur forcing food down. at the 90 days mark i was still 5'9 and 177lbs only thing i added on my day off is i went on a long hike through the state park...i even cut out alcohol but im happy i did because of the results. just make sure you take a daily vitamin you will need it...and just stick with it...do it with a motivated friend thats what i did and it really helped me out....good luck you WILL LOVE it

damn dude, 50+ lbs!? that's 4 a week if you only did the 90 days. how many calories were you taking in a day??

everything i've read says 1-2lbs (unless you're really fat) is the "healthy" way to lose to not compromise body composition (i.e. losing mostly fat instead of muscle). i'm on week 2 and starting to drop weight pretty quickly (-6 lbs already, though i'm sure a lot is water weight at the beginning). i'm debating whether to up my calorie intake to keep it closer to 2 or 2.5 lbs a week to minimize muscle loss. anybody have any thoughts on that?

[psalm40]

Diet is the hardest part. I have been hungry for three weeks now! I even passed up pizza twice last night....

[EngineCo52]

Originally Posted by Agent P

damn dude, 50+ lbs!? that's 4 a week if you only did the 90 days. how many calories were you taking in a day??

everything i've read says 1-2lbs (unless you're really fat) is the "healthy" way to lose to not compromise body composition (i.e. losing mostly fat instead of muscle). i'm on week 2 and starting to drop weight pretty quickly (-6 lbs already, though i'm sure a lot is water weight at the beginning). i'm debating whether to up my calorie intake to keep it closer to 2 or 2.5 lbs a week to minimize muscle loss. anybody have any thoughts on that?

yeah i was very surprised on the total weight loss, it was just coming off like crazy..i felt good, wasnt tired, etc. i had my total calorie intake @ 1900 a day w/5 small meals...the first 2-3 weeks of the diet were the hardest...if i were starting to get the urge to eat. i would slug some water took it right away. after that initial 2-3 weeks i felt like i was forcing food down my throat! over all i was very happy...right now i am doing a combo of p90x cardio and TRX training!!

Originally Posted by psalm40

Diet is the hardest part. I have been hungry for three weeks now! I even passed up pizza twice last night....

if you the urge to eat...slug some water it will take that hunger away

[McMuffin]

Damn, you guys are a true inspiration!!! I was hoping to start on Sunday, but a sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago and it hasn't fully healed!!! I seriously need to get back in shape cuz my work uniforms are a little too tight now and don't feel like spending a couple hundred bux a new ones Hahaha

Keep up the good work guys

[EngineCo52]

Originally Posted by McMuffin

Damn, you guys are a true inspiration!!! I was hoping to start on Sunday, but a sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago and it hasn't fully healed!!! I seriously need to get back in shape cuz my work uniforms are a little too tight now and don't feel like spending a couple hundred bux a new ones Hahaha

Keep up the good work guys

just rub some dirt on it you will be ok...but on a serious note you will get addicted to it!!!

[Agent P]

Originally Posted by EngineCo52

just rub some dirt on it you will be ok...but on a serious note you will get addicted to it!!!

yeah man, doooo it! you can at least do the M, W, and maybe F workouts with your ankle while it heals (weight lifting days), but i prob wouldn't do plyo or kenpo with it. would prob serve as a good warm-up/adjustment period at the very least. it does get addicting and that's one of the reasons i like it. 6 days does require a committment, but in doing so, there are no 2-3 rest day periods that can lead to 4-5+ days and then possibly falling off the wagon...if that makes sense. you get into it, and you keep going. i feel great so far and look forward to coming home and working out.

[xoxoluvcrisxoxo]

Originally Posted by BrokenVert

I can't start it until the 12th regardless. I can't be physically on my ass for finals

WHERE ARE YOU PICTURES!!! WE GAVE YOU 8 EXTRA DAYS!!! shhh, actually i forgot. then i remembered! YOU BETTER HAVE STARTED! EVERYONE GET ON HIS ASS!!! ^^^^^ LOL

[xoxoluvcrisxoxo]

i will be flooding BrokenVerts inbox nonstop. i hope everyone will as well. keep motivated everyone :]

[Negotiator]

[McMuffin]

Awesome vid man. Actually motivated me to start, but didn't last 15 mins on Plyo. Ankle was killing me. I'll let it heal for another week.

[xoxoluvcrisxoxo]

Originally Posted by McMuffin

Awesome vid man. Actually motivated me to start, but didn't last 15 mins on Plyo. Ankle was killing me. I'll let it heal for another week.

great you started :] i couldnt even last 15mins when i first started. LOL

[EngineCo52]

Originally Posted by xoxoluvcrisxoxo

great you started :] i couldnt even last 15mins when i first started. LOL

thats what she said!

just make sure you incorporate some extra cardio with your P90x you will be much happier with the end result...even if its a brisk walk your still getting something

[xoxoluvcrisxoxo]

i did doubles my first time around and i got skinny. TOO SKINNY, for my liking at least