P90X Equipment

How to Use P90X Bands

Every new workout product should come with some instructions. With all of the complex gadgets that are sold online, designed to help people get in shape, the choices and how each one works can make your head spin. Some contraptions out there seem to take longer to learn how to use than they do to actually use them and see weight loss results. This seems somewhat counterproductive. When it comes to fitness merchandise: simple is better. If you are curious about how to use P90X bands, you’re in for a simple treat.

The great thing about P90X bands is that they are simple to use. This doesn’t mean they are necessarily easy; they will make you work hard for your results. But there isn’t any confusing step-by-step guide necessary for them. If you’re not convinced, check out the video on this page. You can see the bands in action here and get a feeling for how they work.

Each of the P90X bands is made with durable materials, built to last and withstand the pressures of a touch workout like P90X. They were made to perform and that’s exactly what they’ll do. P90X bands have several benefits over free weights, their most common substitute. The biggest of these differences is that they are easier to deal with and far more portable. You can’t exactly take an entire dumbbell set on a plane and it’s a hassle to move them from room to room. Even if you have the complete set of P90X resistance bands, you can easily grab them all with a single hand and transport them wherever you’re headed.

Making these bands work for you is simple. You just grab one handle in each hand and perform a variety of strength training moves, working against the resistance provided by the construction materials. There is no changing weights or turning dials; it’s as simple as it can be.

If you are considering the P90X bands for use with the P90X program, you’ll be happy to know that there is always someone on the workout DVD that’s using the bands with you. Because Tony Horton is always joined by at least two other workout participants, one is consistently using the resistance bands for their strength training workout. Not only does this make it easy for you to adjust your workout accordingly, it’s assurance that these bands can deliver great results.

 

Comparing the P90X Chin Up Bar

Comparison shopping is crucial when you are purchasing nearly anything. Sometimes it is so automatic; you don’t even realize you are doing it. From looking quickly at prices to comparing the appearance of things, comparison shopping is how we determine what we are going to purchase and what we will leave on the “shelf”. Whether you are looking for a house or a piece of home workout equipment, this aspect of the shopping process cannot be skipped. When you begin to consider a home pull up bar, you could just purchase the P90X Chin Up Bar on the basis of manufacturer alone. It would be a wise purchase. But more than likely, you will want to compare your options.

The P90X Chin Up Bar is designed to fit in nearly any household doorway with a frame. You mount the hardware and attach the bar. It is secured in place but is easily removed when not in use. It has six different grip positions to allow for a variety of focused pull up moves. This means you aren’t just able to do the traditional chin ups, but several others that can tone and tighten other muscles in your shoulders, back, arms, and chest.

Other chin-up bars require a whole lot more space. Many people have opted for the freestanding tower design for home pull ups and have regretted their purchase soon after. Sure, these towers are sturdy but they practically need their own room. With the P90X Chin Up Bar, space is not an issue. If you have a doorway that’s between 24 and 32 inches wide, you can fit this in your home. When you aren’t using it, the bar can fit in a closet or under a bed and your home won’t look like a gym.

Other chin up bars, which mount in doorways, often use a tension mechanism to work. Essentially, the bar is placed in the doorway and is fastened in place by pushing outwards against the door frame. One look online at consumer reviews and you will find these are often not as safe as they claim to be. There are reports of these tension bars doing damage to doorframes or falling down mid-workout. Here at Extreme Body Workout, your safety is important to us. You can rest assured that the P90X Chin Up Bar is safe.

The P90X Chin Up Bar is one of the bestselling P90X accessories. There is good reason for that. This bar is great for several of the P90X workouts but is an excellent tool to have in your arsenal no matter what your training plan is.

 

 

Is the P90X Manduka Mat Really Necessary?

When it comes to having fitness equipment and gear littering our homes, most of us only want what’s necessary. Of course, there are people who want every new fitness gadget even if they know it will be gathering dust. But that’s not the majority. Most of us question every purchase, wanting to know if what we are spending our money on is absolutely necessary or if it’s something that can wait for another time. We get questions like these all the time for the P90X products. And while most of them are completely optional, they all also serve very legitimate purposes. This is true for the manduka mat as well.

The P90X Manduka Mat is a high quality piece of home workout equipment. It was designed to cushion the joints and give you a nonslip workout surface for the P90X workouts. It’s made of high quality, durable materials and is extra thick. This mat isn’t your typical yoga mat—it’s thicker and larger to provide a softer landing and a bigger surface area. It’s slip resistant even when wet and has two different textures to fit your particular workout needs. This isn’t just any old workout mat—it’s the same one used by Tony Horton.

So, is the P90X Manduka Mat absolutely necessary? No. But it is highly recommended. You can get through the P90X workouts just fine without this piece of equipment. But when it comes to having all the right products for your P90X success, this is one of the most highly recommended products we carry.

So, why would you want the Manduka Mat? This workout mat was made specifically for the P90X workouts. Both Plyometrics and Yoga X demand a good mat and this one fills the need for both workouts. Plyo and Yoga are very different workouts. One is all about jumping and cardio and the other is a gentle (not easy!), strength training and stretching routine. But where they come together is in the need for a good work surface.

A high quality yoga mat gives you plenty of space to work and a nonslip surface. The Manduka Mat has both. A good Plyo mat is thick and cushions your joints when you are jumping and landing. Again, the Manduka Mat fits the bill perfectly.

Is the P90X Manduka Mat a requirement? Not at all. But when you want to make sure you have all the tools that can help you reach your fitness goals, this is definitely a product you’ll want to consider.

 

P90X Protein Bar Nutritional Information

If you are looking for the P90X Protein Bar nutritional information, you’ve come to the right place. Let me start off, however, by congratulating you. Many people don’t think twice about what they eat. Particularly if they are eating a protein bar or a nutritional supplement, they often assume that the maker has their best interests in mind. In regards to Beachbody supplements, you would be okay in assuming this, but that isn’t always the case. Just because a product is considered “health food” or has the word “supplement” on it, doesn’t make it healthy and looking closely at the ingredients and nutritional content can only fine-tune your weight loss and fitness efforts.

P90X Peak Performance protein bars were created to go with the P90X workout system. They are high quality nutrition in a convenient package. But because they come in several flavors (Berry, Chocolate Peanut Butter, Chocolate Fudge, and Café Mocha), the nutritional information varies slightly. Fortunately, we’ve posted a nutrition label on each product page to make it easy for you to get the information you want on the P90X protein bar nutritional information.

Because the Chocolate Fudge bars have received the most positive reviews from our customers, we’ll discuss the details of that one here. First off, all of the P90X bars contain superior quality protein. They feature soy protein isolate, calcium caseinate, and whey protein. As far as the P90X protein bar nutritional information for the Chocolate Fudge Bars, they have a whopping 20 grams of protein. When you are working towards ambitious fitness goals, this added protein can really make a difference in your body’s performance and ultimately your results.

The best part about the Chocolate Fudge Bars, in my humble opinion, is the little crunchies in them. But these aren’t rice crunchies like you find in candy bars or lower grade protein bars, these are made of soy protein. Yes, even the crunchies are protein-packed.

In addition to the protein and the taste, there are important inclusions to be found in the P90X protein bar nutrition information. You’ll find the bars to be relatively low in calories, considering all of the high quality ingredients. They also include important vitamins and minerals and less sugar than many top protein bar contenders.

Not all protein bars are created equal. And if you spend a little time researching them you’ll find some are nothing more than a glorified candy bar. P90X Peak Performance Bars are different.

 

Best Resistance Bands for Men

No one wants to spend money on something that doesn’t work, won’t last, or is otherwise made with less than high quality components. We all want the best, in everything we purchase. So, when you are in the market for resistance bands, it only makes sense that you would want the best resistance bands for men. Fortunately, we’ve got you covered. Here at Extreme Body Workout, we carry the best Beachbody resistance bands, great for P90X or any other fitness program you are involved in. Best of all, we have a complete set just for men.

The best resistance bands for men are those that are durable and long lasting. Our men’s resistance bands are just that. Many of our customers have purchased these bands in hopes of achieving their fitness goals. What they’ve found is that these are the best resistance bands for men. A few have even left us reviews (check them out here).

These men’s resistance bands set comes with three different bands, a 20 pound, 30 pound, and 40 pound band. They also come with 2 sets of handles, so you don’t have to switch handles when you switch bands.  Because not every workout move requires the same level of resistance, these bands allow you to move from one to the next seamlessly and quickly, using heavier or lighter weight as needed.

You don’t need a set of dumbbells to get a high quality strength training workout. You only need the best resistance bands for men. Resistance bands can provide all of the results of a weight workout without the hassle of dragging out the weights. If you’re wondering what the benefits of such lightweight weight training products are, consider their portability and ease of use. You can throw these in your gym bag or even keep one in your desk drawer. Resistance bands are far more versatile than dumbbells.

Also because the best resistance bands for men require a high level of symmetry in each workout move, your resistance band workout could be even more productive than one with free weights. The bands require you to use each side of your body in an equal manner, they do not accommodate one side over the other. This makes for great balance and symmetry in your results.

The best resistance bands for men are those we offer here. And if you like a challenge, be sure to check out the Extreme Resistance Bands set.

 

The Purpose of a High Quality Home Pull Up Bar

Whether you have a room in your home dedicated to fitness, or if you exercise in the living room, your “home gym” can be the place that transforms you from mediocre to exceptional, that leads you from average to athletic. Many amazing transformations have taken place in home gyms—why not yours? The key to an effective home gym isn’t how much you spend on it or how much room you have, it’s in how you make the best use of it. Certainly, however, a few choice pieces of high quality gym equipment (like a home pull up bar) can help.

You don’t have to have a lot of equipment to make a home gym work. Just a few key pieces can transform a living room into the perfect spot for making significant changes to your body. One such piece of equipment is the home pull up bar. We offer the P90X Chin Up Bar here because we know it is perhaps the best home pull up bar on the market.

Designed specifically for the P90X program, this home pull up bar is made of high quality components designed to last and to provide a superior workout. Of course, this bar doesn’t have to be used with P90X. Though it’s one of the best home workout systems to date, the bar can be used with any home workout regimen.

It’s designed to fit doorways from 24 to 32 inches wide and transforms them into the perfect spot to work your arms, shoulders, and chest. It’s made of heavy gauge steel and can accommodate up to 300 pounds. There are six different grip positions too—to ensure you can get the most out of any pull up workout. This home pull up bar isn’t like some of the others, cheap and potentially risky to use. This one is a superior product for people who are serious about getting in shape.

A home pull up bar is not a requirement. You can actually do pull up exercises with resistance bands. But if you are serious about getting the most out of your home workouts, this is a must-have. Like pushups, chin-ups are a classic in the fitness world. They’ve stood the test of time because they are simple and they are effective. You are using your own body weight to get a superior quality workout and using a home pullup bar is one way to ensure the results are superior as well.

 

What’s So Great About Push Up Stands?

There are a few different exercise moves that really can’t be beat. One of these moves is the push up. People have been doing push ups for years and they haven’t lost their popularity or their effectiveness. The push up is great because it engages so many different muscles and requires no equipment. It can be done virtually anywhere and it’s very easy to increase the resistance by simply changing your hand positions or elevating one end of your body. Like everything, however, there is a way to make the traditional workout move even better—with push up stands.

P90X push up stands were designed to help people get the most out of a pushup workout. We offer them here because they were especially made for the P90X system but they can be used with any workout program or self-directed training regimen. Like all Beachbody equipment, these push up stands are made with superior quality construction that will withstand the test of time and use.

So what do the push up stands do that’s so great? Well, they improve upon an already superior workout move by making it easier and more productive. By easier I don’t mean the push up stands will make your push ups effortless, I mean it will get your face out of the carpet and help you work your body without additional stress and strain on your arms and wrists.

A push up workout engages the muscles from your neck, all the way down your legs. They are great for toning the core and developing the chest and arm muscles too. When it comes right down to it, nothing does what a push up can do in such a simple and straightforward manner. Regardless of your fitness program, push ups should be integrated to make it even more productive.

The P90X push up stands are easy to use and easy to store. They have rubber feet to prevent slipping and provide a stable foundation on which to do your workout. Because you are raised above the carpet while using these, you’ll find they allow for a great range of motion and therefore can work your chest and arms even better than a regular push-up routine. Best of all, these push up stands are reasonably priced, making them an easy addition to your home gym collection.

The push up is a workout classic and it’s not going away anytime soon. These stands simply improve upon an already-great thing.

 

Resistance Bands for P90X and Beyond

Men's Resistance Bands

Whether you are considering the P90X system or if you already have it, you know that resistance bands play a pretty important role in this program. Sure, they aren’t required and you can get results without them. But these little tools pack a whole lot of power and are a great investment and addition to any home gym.

If you have a complete dumbbell set, that’s great—you may not think resistance bands can offer you anything you don’t already have. But, you would be mistaken. When’s the last time you were able to load up your dumbbells on a vacation or throw them in a bag to sneak a workout in over your lunch break? Resistance bands for P90X are extremely portable and easy to take along. Even though they can deliver a serious strength training session, they are lightweight and far easier to transport.

One thing you’ll notice about all the P90X workouts is that someone is using resistance bands for P90X at nearly all times. When one person picks up their weights, another will show you how to get the same workout with resistance bands instead. This isn’t some marketing ploy but instead is an honest effort to show you that you can get an amazing workout without the heavy equipment. Many people, even athletes, train with resistance bands and the resistance bands for P90X are some of the best on the market.

No one purchases a home workout program or begins working towards fitness goals without first imagining their greatest results possible. Even when you don’t write down your goals (which you should!), you are no doubt guilty of dreaming on your new, improved physique. And we work tirelessly to achieve this end, many of us giving into temptation and purchasing the biggest and most expensive equipment there is. The good news is that you don’t need to spend a fortune to achieve those dreams.

By using resistance bands for P90X or any other workout program, and following a healthy eating regimen like the one that comes with P90X, you can be well on your way to a healthier body and a higher confidence level too!

We carry several different options when it comes to resistance bands. You can buy a set made specifically for women, one for men, the complete set, or the Extreme set. Find which best suits your needs and get started. Be sure to come back and leave a review for us once you’ve had a chance to use them!