P90X Review: Love this program

P90X has changed my life. I'm starting my second round next week.

P90X Review: chin up bar vs. resistance bands

Just wanted to let everybody know my take on whether or not you should get the chin up bar or the resistance bands with door attachment. I'm on my 6th week of P90X and it's definitely a killer program for those of you who are thinking about getting it. So I bought the p90x chin up bar initially but soon realized that for somebody like me the bands were a better fit. I'm a puny guy and while the chin up bar definitely kicks your butt I found that doing 10 - 12 reps with the bands was better than doing 10 - 12 reps with the chin up bar and using the chair (which I had to do because I couldn't lift myself without it). So the good news is that by using the bands for the first month, and really concentrating on form, I was able to switch back to using the chin up bar. It's still difficult, but I'm not using the chair right off the rip... I can get about 5 or so unassisted. P90X is definitely worth the money and the effort but make sure you're get the equipment thats going to be best for you.

P90X Review: "Infomercial product worth buying"

I don’t usually buy things that I see on infomercials, but I was drawn to the P90X for some reason. I am not overweight by much, but enough to make me want to do something about it. I wasn’t horribly shaped, just fatty. Cellulite! Anyway, I decided to try the P90X and bought it online. When I received the package in the mail, I was a little overwhelmed when I opened it. There are two guides to read and 13 DVD’s. But I kept an open mind and read through everything. The following Monday, I was ready to start. It was unbelievably hard at first, and the diet was no walk in the park. I was somewhat athletic in high school, but after two kids, that goes out the window. It was hard, but I made it through the first week and I was so proud of myself! I lost a few pounds already and I was ready for week two! I am now in the second week of phase 3 and I feel great. I have so much more energy, I look way better, and I lost a total of 19 lbs already! I don’t even see any of those disgusting dimples in my thighs anymore!

P90X Review: "Adding P90X workout to MMA training"

I am a training to be a professional Mixed Martial Artist. I already have a pretty good routine, but I needed extra workouts that I could do at home to give me an edge over some of the other guys at my gym. So I bought the P90X online and started the doubles approach. The great thing about this program is that I don’t have to use a certain weight. I can set my own reps and weights, which is good for someone like me who can lift more than your average joe. I used heavy weighs for most of the resistance programs and usually did 8-10 reps. I was able to bulk up a great deal. The next great thing about P90X for me was the Yoga X workout. It’s tough to have larger muscles and still be flexible, but Yoga helped in that department a great deal. I need to be able to kick people in the face, ya know! The cardio workouts help me reduce my body fat so I am pretty lean right now. Not my muscles, just not a lot of fat on my body. I was the smallest guy in my gym, height wise and definition wise. Now, I’m still short, but I have a great deal of power to knock those big guys down.

Thank you P90X!

P90X Review: "Yoga X: Hated it! Now I am loving it!"

Picked up the P90X three weeks ago. It’s a great program, but it’s not for beginners. I was sort of surprised at the level of intensity that came from a workout DVD. I was never really athletic so it was hard for me at first. But I sucked it up because I was hating my gut that I was growing. I loved the resistance workouts. The cardio workouts were pretty good too, I just hated the Yoga X. I’m generally not a calm person and this workout requires a lot of calm and concentration. I just wanted the DVD to hurry up and be done with! I mean, plank, downward dog, runners pose…this and that over and over! It was so hard and long. But after a few times doing Yoga, I came to appreciate it. It’s not just a stretching routine. It really helps build core strength, which helps with everything else. Of course your flexibility improves and the thing I would have never thought would come from Yoga was that I was getting less frustrated with the other workouts. You know like the core synergistic and all those chin-ups you have to do with the resistance DVD’s. It kind of improved my work ethic and concentration. I guess that is part of what Yoga is all about. So overall, I am starting to feel good. I’ve lost weight, toned up, lower that body fat percentage, and my gut is going down!

P90X Review: "Tough but fair..."

Alright ladies and gents the P90X is a real deal workout program that isn't meant for the lazy, so if you're lazy and want results try buying a wand from your local magic shop. However, if you're looking to get into shape, and I mean ridiculous-crazy shape then this is for you. Unlike most programs that target 1 or 2 types of activities (Cardio, Yoga, Pilate, weight lifting, martial arts, etc.) the P90X combines them all giving you the best bang for your buck.

So here's a few things to note:

1) The workouts don't require a lot of equipment. At the end of the day all you really need are the resistance bands. While it's good to have weights and the chin-up bar you technically can do everything with just the bands.

2) The workouts are long and hard. The workouts run about an hour and 15 minutes. This includes warm up, the workout and cool down... and on some days an ab workout. You really have to dedicate time to do this. If you figure on eating and digesting before hand and then working out you're looking at nearly 2 to 2 and half hours from eating to getting in the shower after you're covered in sweat. Don't try to do these workouts on an empty stomach, you'll be dead on the floor before the warm up is done.

3) P90X will improve every aspect of your physical (and probably mental) life. Whether you're a runner, swimmer, enjoy hiking, play basketball, tennis or just want to look good in a bathing suit this is for you. As stated the workouts cover everything from flexibility to cardio to strength training and everything in between.

Bottom line is simple: If you're looking to continue rotting on your couch than buy a magic wand and say the magic words, but if you're ready to get into shape then the P90X is for you.

P90X Review: "Didn't work for me..."

The P90X didn't work for me. I killed myself during each workout for nothing. I'm 5' 7'' and weighed 240 lbs before I started working out. It's been 5 weeks into the program and I only lost 4 lbs. Unlike everybody else who experience increased stamina in their overall life I've become more tired throughout the day especially during my workouts.

My friends tell me I'm not seeing a change because of my eating habits. I've read reviews that say nutrition is perhaps a larger component to the P90X then the workout itself, but honestly, I don't think it can be that detrimental otherwise the emphasis would be on eating healthy first and working out second. I don't have a lot of money to buy organic food, I work a lot of hours for my job which prevents me from cooking and even if I did have time to cook I'm not very good at it. So nutrition isn't going to work for me.

P90X is a little misleading in my opinion. I know a lot of people who work out in the gym and eat garbage all day long and they've seen more results after a few weeks then I've seen in a month. So buyers beware, if you're going to buy this program you're going to have to start eating healthy.

P90X Review: "I am getting into great shape at my own pace..."

I was diagnosed with breast cancer on nov. 4th 2006 and have undergone a double mastectomy with reconstruction, chemotherapy and radiation.  I now have neuropathy of my hands and feet. Prior to the diagnosis I ran marathons, did triathalons and was going to enter my first figure competition.  I now do not have the energy to go to the gym and this workout is great.  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.

I also really enjoy the recipes that came with the px90 nutrition plan, my husband is a chef and these recipes are very tasty and fulfilling.  I am getting into great shape at my own pace with the encouragement and support of my own personal trainer that I used to pay $50.00 a session and also have my own personal nutritionist to go along with it with my own personal eating plan. I also purchased the recovery formula and the orange taste is great and has plenty of nutrients to assist me to recover from the workout.  I absolutely love it and will send you before and after pics when i am done.  Thanks so much, sincerely,  

P9OX Review: "The P90X workout program is the best exercise system I've ever tried."

The P90X workout program is the best exercise system I've ever tried. Without embarrassing myself too much, lets just say I have tried a ton of programs. Tony Horton is great. He is naturally energetic and makes sure you're working hard. 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! After 90 days my body is so much more toned and firm and I've lost seventeen pounds, yes 17!!! I couldn't be happier!

P90X Review: "I've been working out for 23yrs in the military, this is the best program I have ever seen"

Just to say thanks for your complete body work out of the P90X DVDs. We are currently in IRAQ and have about 40 people who started the program several months ago and have improved the physical fitness test by more the 30 total points. The P 90 X work out is so great I just ordered another one for my Son who is on his way to Texas for the holidays. I've been working out for 23yrs in the military, this is the best program I have ever seen. Tell your staff great workout and we in the Military appreciate it.