If you are debating on whether or not to try P90X, one thing that could be holding you back is the unknown. It is obvious from the commercials and reviews out there on the web that this is quite possibly the most intense workout you will ever do. You may wonder if you can keep up or if the challenge will be too much. So, just how intense is P90X? Very. However, you can’t let a challenge discourage you. Our bodies are built to meet and sometimes exceed our expectations. If you set the bar high, you will be amazed at what your body does to reach that bar.
Tony Horton encourages you to “bring it” and wants to “see” you putting maximum effort into the P90X workouts. However, he knows that this is a process and for that reason, never suggests you do anything that will cause injury or discourage you. You are encouraged to set goals realistic but challenging enough for your fitness level. If you can only do 10 reps of a certain move, then do 10 but make them the best 10 ever!
The beautiful thing about P90X is the versatility. No doubt there will be days where you question your ability to stick with the program. But, as you meet and exceed your own expectations, your motivation will be spurred by your successes. The satisfaction you get from pushing yourself beyond your doubts and through your rough days will give you the confidence needed to carry on.
Look at what some P90X customers have to say about the program and its intensity:
“Tony will tell you if you cannot finish an exercise, that it is okay and encourages you to rest and then pick your pace when ready and also ensures you that you will be able to do the whole workout soon.”
-Suzanne F., N.J.
“The Power 90X routines keep you moving for over an hour each day! You really have to “Bring It” but the results are worth it!”
-Vanessa M., CA.
” I look at myself in the mirror now and I can’t even believe it’s me. I work for the Postal Service so I am always on the move, P90X has made my job so much easier!”
-Jeff H., IL.
For a great first-hand look at regular people doing P90X and bringing it on a daily basis, check out this day by day P90X review from husband and wife team, Jen and Tom. The weekly recap videos are a lot of fun to watch and give you a good idea of just how hard you will be working.