Comments on: Healthy Meal Ideas for the P90X Nutrition Plan

By: Marcus

Marcus — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 22:16:35 +0000

Hi there!

I’m on week 3 of the p90x program, and so far it’s been a great experience. I’ve lost 7.5 pounds so far, and am just feeling better overall!

I have been following the portion approach of the nutrition plan fairly well. I did have a question about white rice, however. I haven’t had it since modifying my diet 3 weeks ago, but I was curious if white rice was still ok to have (in moderation) in the future phases? I’ve heard that white rice takes a while to really break down in the body, and for someone who used to eat it in large portions 2-3 times a week, I could only imagine how my body was working through that.

Thanks in advance for your input!

By: Lee

Lee — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 02:31:50 +0000

Hi staff…I was wondering if P90x would be a suitable program for me. Im male, about 5′9 and 145 lbs, which seems about right, but I have little to no definition and actually suffer from ’skinny-fat guy syndrome’. I have skinny arms, but a gut and the beginnings of man boobs lol.

Since I have a small frame, Im assuming that working out (which I never done before) would result in me shedding a few pounds. Im just concerned if it would include what little muscle I already have.

My goal is to basically have tone and most importantly definition and stamina. From a flabby gut, to a 6 pack in 90 days. Is it possible?

By: Randi

Randi — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 15:29:28 +0000

Hi there!! I just got the P90X system and started with my husband (day 2) my question is I am also an aerobics instructor. I teach every day and sometimes twice a day. Can my aerobics classes subtitue for the cardio part of the program???

By: Ken

Ken — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:17:36 +0000

Hi,
I have started the P90X program, it has been a week. I have noticed that I cannot finish the exercises completly. BUT I am bringing it each day. I was wondering, if I am a level 3 ( 260lbs, 6ft) can I chose to do level 1 or 2? If I do, will I looose more in the fat burning phase?
Here is an example of my dailly meals
Breakfast-> 3 egg whites, prorein shake and small portion of fruit ( either in my shake or on the side )
snack -> protein bar and raw veggies ( carots and celery )
Lunch -> chicken breast and soup or salad with only vinager
snack -> cottage cheese, protein shake
diner -> protein shake, chicken or fish with steamed veggies
The protein shakes are aprox 50g of protein

I drink mass amounts of water throughout the day….all day.

Will I lose weight or hinder my workouts because I don’t have enough calories?

Thanks in advance
Ken

By: ashley

ashley — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 16:03:05 +0000

My husband and I just started the P90X program. He is already in great shape and can push his way through the workouts. I, however, had a baby 12 weeks ago and after doing day 1 workout realized I’m even more out of shape than I thought. I felt very discouraged that I physically couldn’t do some of the exercises. I wonder, should I start by getting my shelf back into shape with some light activities? Or is this program designed to help even the most out of shape people? Will I eventually be able to do each exercise and achieve the great results I am hoping for?

By: Eric

Eric — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 20:44:52 +0000

i just recieved the recovery formula and am ready to get started, the only thing im a bit concerned on is the meal planning, is it reccomended to follow the meal plan approach exactly or to mix it up a bit with your own ideas, also as fillers are fruits,veggies acceptable, is venison a good lean meat to use also? as i have a freezer full. if u can give me any ideas as to help plan the meals i would appreciate it. thanks

By: Kristy

Kristy — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 23:52:45 +0000

Alright, so I am checking out the recipe for red pepper soup for my day one dinner and it says to add the protein powder to the soup. If I could find a way to remove my question I would…It’s that whole thing we’re taught in school where you should read all the instructions before asking questions. Guess I’ve been out of school for a while! So thanks! I’m really excited to get started!

My only suggestions would be the same as I’ve read in previous posts, an easy shopping guide, and more meal plans to cover more than one week of each phase.

By: Kristy

Kristy — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 23:46:46 +0000

One point of confusion before I take the big leap and begin the program with my husband tomorrow. I’m working out our meals for the week (using the meal plan option) and am confused by the seemingly random placement of “protein powder”. For example on day one of phase one, at dinner it says for level one “1 Tbsp” of protein powder. Do I just dump it over the dinner plate? Where the heck does it go? Add it to the soup? Pour it in my water? Top the Salmon with it?

Thanks for your help =)

By: Steve

Steve — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 18:34:53 +0000

I’m preparing to start P90X on 8/31/09 and am wondering about my nutrition level. My total calorie calculation comes out to just over 2,900 so I am wondering if I should bump up to Level III instead of Level II? Any thoughts? Thank you.

By: Jennie-Lee

Jennie-Lee — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 10:56:40 +0000

I am 28 and 110 pounds. I know for my age and height I am underweight by about 15 pounds. I have been this way for the past 6 years. I have been doing research into your program and wonder if it is for me. I have always had a junk food diet and I eat healthy for a while and then I go back to the junk. Junk tastes better and is quicker. Do people find that once they work out hard that they crave the better foods? I am so skinny and would love to look healthier but I am concerned about the amount of food you need to eat. Any suggestions? Thanks. My brother is in his third week of the program and he loves it like so many others I know.

By: Krista

Krista — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 19:21:19 +0000

We are in the prep stage just before beginning P90x and I have found little in the literature regarding beverages other than the daily water requirements. What are the guidelines regarding tea, coffee, wine, and using sugar or Agave nectar to sweeten coffee/tea? Thanks!
Looking forward to “Bring It!”

By: Mikel

Mikel — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 20:36:31 +0000

hi again..listen i dont want this to interfere with my workouts but the doubles calls for doing cardio x in he morning and then another disk in the afternoon but i have football practice at 7:00 to 12:00 noon. would it be ok if i didnt do cardio x in the morning and replaced it with football practice (cause ill be doing alot of running in practice)or do i still have to do cardio x in the morning?

By: Staff

Staff — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 13:47:29 +0000

Hey Mikel,

It’s ok to go out to eat once in a while! Don’t worry too much about running your diet. Try to choose a more healthy dish with vegetables or tofu, and don’t stuff yourself silly.

-Mike

By: Mikel

Mikel — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 19:59:24 +0000

hey, i just found out my dad is taking me and my stepsisters to the mall and then to a chinese restraunt afterwards later on next week. i dont know what to eat or what to do. can you please give me some suggestions?

By: Staff

Staff — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 17:23:46 +0000

Hello Steve,

It’s all about how you approach the program. Using heavier weights and adjusting the nutrition plan so that you are eating more calories can help you add weight rather than loose.

-Mike