Can Your Schedule Handle the Time Involved in P90X?
All fitness programs involve a time sacrifice on your part. Big results require big sacrifices. Making time in a busy schedule can be quite difficult and sometimes impossible. If you are wondering about the time involved in P90X and whether or not it may be too much to handle, you can be applauded for investigating all angles of the program before you dive in.
Today’s adults have schedules that are jam-packed. From careers and homes lives, to kids and extra curriculars, many of us have a hard time scheduling necessities like food and sleep! Making time for a fitness program might seem like a stretch and perhaps you are looking for something that won’t take an entire life rearrangement. You might be concerned that the time involved in P90X is too much and would take away from other daily duties and commitments.
P90X is a serious body transformation system. The majority of workouts reflect this not only in their intensity but in their length. Most workouts in the P90X system are just under 60 minutes. Yoga X is slightly longer at near 90 minutes. The time involved in P90X may seem like a lot, but each minute you spend on the program will be reflected in your results!
Perhaps you have a gym membership or had one in the past. Think about the time spent driving to the gym, changing and getting prepped in the locker room, waiting on machines, and driving home. More than likely 90 minutes was about average for the time involved in going to the gym. You get more workout for your minute with the time involved in P90X.
If you are coming from a place that is less fit and you are looking for something that will totally change the way you look and feel, P90X is the product for you. Your health should be a priority. In our busy schedules, our bodies and health are often the last things that get attention. By dedicating the time involved in P90X to you, you are making a commitment not only to your body and fitness level but also to your health and stress level.
All fitness programs require a time sacrifice and P90X is no difference. For every move or minute you spend with P90X, your muscles are thanking you. Making you a priority in your life can be difficult, but doing it with the time involved in P90X can make it the most rewarding time sacrifice you have ever made.
Hi just wondering what is the main equipment i need to start the P90X program. And is this the right program for me if i am not wanting to lose any weight, gaining some if possible would be fantastic.
Staff Reply:
July 13th, 2009 at 1:07 pm
Hi Jake,
What’s great about the P90X is that you can use it to gain or loose. If you are trying to gain muscle mass, use heavier weights and do fewer slow and controlled reps. Also, you can make adjustment to the Nutrition Plan if you don’t want to loose weight or if you don’t have much fat to burn.
As far as the equipment goes, you would need either resistance bands or dumbbells, and the chin-up bar (you can also use the resistance bands with an upgrade kit to do the chin-up exercises if you can’t us the bar in your home). If you are working on a hard floor, it would be a good idea to get a yoga or plyometrics mat.
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-Mike
Hi there,
I started p90x last week and this past sunday I finished my first full week. I love the workout, but I am exhausted. I sleep, on average, about 7 – 8 hours/night. Is this normal? I am not sure if I need more sleep or if my body is just getting used to this intense workout.
Staff Reply:
July 13th, 2009 at 1:13 pm
Hi Melissa,
7-8 hours is pretty standard. Are you feeling like that isn’t enough? If you are feeling drained, even with 8 hours of sleep, you may need to eat a little more. Your energy levels may be low. Check your nutritional level in the guide (page 5, nutrition plan). You might need to up your calories a little. This is an intense workout and you do need to eat the right foods for more energy while using the P90X.
-Erin
Hi there. I am about to start the lean program, and noticed that on the third workout is says shoulders and arms, and abs. Do I do both full DVD’s in the same workout? How long should I plan for these? Thanks very much!
Staff Reply:
July 29th, 2009 at 2:20 pm
Hello Andrea,
Yes. Do both workouts. Shoulders and Arms first, and then do Ab Ripper X. Do both of the workout in full. This will take about 75 minutes.
-Mike
I am considering purchasing this product, but I live in an apt and I’m concerned about how much jumping is involved. My neighbors below are really noise sensative. I would do the workouts early in the morning before work and I don’t want them to be annoyed. Thanks.
Staff Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 11:19 am
Hey Carole,
There is jumping involved, especially during Plyometrics.
-Mike
I’m sitting on the couch thinking about ordering this product. I’m a 44 year old mom of 2. I’ve lost 25 lbs so far i was 213 and i’m down to 188. I’m scared to start this plan and i’m worried i wont be able to do it. I dont have any disabilities but im not sure. my mom died in june and i’ve felt the need to make a change so I dont end up the same way in 17 years. what can you say to me that will convince me? Thank you.
Staff Reply:
September 3rd, 2009 at 3:50 pm
Hello Mary,
Im sorry for your lost. Being a mother of 3 myself, this will be the perfect time to start a work out plan. This will give you an opportunity to have some “YOU” time and at the same time gain the desired results you want to have in the end. The P90X is not only a workout program but it also help guide you every step of the way, with a nutrition guide, fitness guide and workout calendar. So there aren’t any guessing games. You also have our customer service available to you Mon- Fri 9-5 if you have any questions.
Enjoy Your Workout! :0)
~Tacha~
What is your recommendation regarding timing of KenpoX or Plyometrics routines after eating breakfast? Wait 1,2, 3 hours or perform on an empty stomach before breakfast?
The plan seems to indicate that you need fuel to perform these routines and eating within 1 hour of arising is crucial; other advice has suggested to get the most out of aerobic exercise it should be performed in the morning before eating breakfast.
Staff Reply:
September 3rd, 2009 at 3:39 pm
Hello Mike,
That is a great question! The morning is the best time to burn extra fat off of the body. So a good idea would be to just eat a protein bar before the work out. That should give you enough energy to get you through the work out.
~Tacha~
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