Comments on: Just How Intense is P90X?

By: Staff

Staff — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:54:39 +0000

Hello Zack,

This program can be a challenge for you if you want it to be. You set your own goals, set your own reps, and can work at an increased intensity level if you choose. I’m sure you know that heavier weights and fewer reps leads to larger muscles and that too much cardio can counteract that. This program will allow you to lift heavy weights, and if you do the classic version, you will only be doing cardio twice a week (Plyometrics and Kenpo X), and Yoga once a week. I think you are a perfect candidate for this program.

-Mike

By: Staff

Staff — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:50:58 +0000

Hello Rick,

there is additional equipment that you would need. Something to do chin-ups with, either the bar or the bands along with the door attachment kit, a yoga mat, and either dumbbells or bands.

For the least amount of equipment, I would get the bands with the door attachment. That way you don’t have to buy the chin-up bar or dumbbells.

-Mike

By: Staff

Staff — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:49:10 +0000

Hello Lanah,

try the fitness test:

http://www.beachbody.com/text/products/programs/p90x/p90xFitTest.pdf

If you can pass, you are ready for the P90X. It will still be tough, but you should be able to handle it and stick with it.

-Mike

By: Zack

Zack — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:44:39 +0000

I’m 16 I exercise everyday, I lift weights one day and the next day I run. I’m 5′5″ 130lbs, already in good shape but I want my muscles to be bigger especially abs, arms, and pecs. I was wondering how hard p90x would be for me because most people are older and out of shape when they start. I already have a little definition in my body, but I really want my upper body to be more muscular. Is this the right program for me?

By: Rick

Rick — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 17:26:57 +0000

I just checked out the P90X promo stuff and it looks great, but I noticed that the exercise guide shows a guy working on a pull-up mac hine. It made me wonder if you have to buy other products in addition to just the work-out system. I know you guys sell a lot of other products, but some of them were slightly pricy for my income range. If I buy the P90X for the $119.85, should I also be planning to buy other additional eqipment? I don’t have any gym equipment at my house. I would appreciate a response. Thanks so much and GREAT system! – Rick

By: Lanah

Lanah — Wed, 27 May 2009 16:54:06 +0000

From reading all the comments, it seems like a very intense workout. I am just wondering if I might be able to do it. I am tempted to try it, and very curious about it. I currently belong to a gym that has Less Mills workout sessions, and we do the Body Pump and the Body Combat, which is intense. I am thinking that perhaps the intensity of the P90X would be similar.

By: Staff

Staff — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 16:02:50 +0000

Hi Sam,

Thanks for stopping by. P90X is our most popular program, and for good reason. Unlike fade diets, P90X sets you on course to eating healthy for life. The P90X Nutrition Guide is not about starving yourself it’s about eating the right types of foods and eating enough food to give you the fuel you need for your workouts.

P90X is also not one of these exercise gimmicks or gadget type programs. The reason it works is because it’s such a well rounded program with specific exercises that target your entire body.

It works because of the commitment involved. You have to follow the P90X Nutrition Guide, which requires you to take the time to put together healthy meals each day. It also requires about an hour and fifteen minutes, six days a week for the workouts themselves. It’s about as close as you’re going to get to having a nutritionist and personal trainer working with you to transform your body for 90 days.

P90X is flexible. You’ll notice specific instruction in each workout that will show you for instance how to modify your pull-ups to get you started as well as pushups. For example you can begin to do pullups with the assistance of a chair. Pushups, can start on your knees.

P90X is a phenomenal program and we back it with a 30 Day Money Back Guarantee. As with any exercise program if you have had past medical issues please be sure to consult with your doctor before starting the program. Good luck and we hope to get you started with P90X soon!

By: Sam

Sam — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 07:56:37 +0000

I use to be pretty trim through high school till i was 21. when i turned 21 i ended up having my aortic valve replaced. Ive always been active but after my surgery I put on about 75 pounds and its gotten hard to do so many thing. im so tired of stupid diets an going to the gym and getting hardly any results. i dont mind working for something i work construction and its very physical. But I am skeptical will p90x truely help me loose the weight and tone my body . just want to feel and look healthy again. another thing its hard for me to do pull ups and push ups will p90x work with me till i can again?

By: Staff

Staff — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 18:07:47 +0000

Hi Penny,

You’re going to find that P90X is a very intense program. You’ll also find that more than 1 of the 12 workout DVDs will require you to jump quite a bit. Plyometrics, Cardio X, Kenpo X etc.

I’d recommend taking a look at one of our other programs to start and then perhaps working your way up to P90X as you gain strength.

Take a look at 10 Minute Trainer
http://www.extremebodyworkout.com/10-minute-trainer-products/10-minute-trainer.php

and Slim in 6
http://www.extremebodyworkout.com/slimin6-products/slim-in-6.php

We offer a 30 Money Back Guarantee so you can give the program a try and if it’s not the right fit, you can always return it and try another one of our programs or get a refund.

-Matt
Staff

By: Penny

Penny — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 18:12:24 +0000

I am a 52 year old woman and have had to have double knee replacements in the last year. Will this program require alot of jumping or running. These are the two things I was told to avoid. I would really like to get back in shape and gain strength.