andtckrtoo
Cathlete
Wow! There's a whole group of starting around the same time! YEAH! And we are under the guidence of some seasoned veterans. What more could we ask for?
P90X Check In
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rjroubi
Cathlete
Ah Christine,
I like Tony and I did have some upper body gains...I think you will enjoy the challenge. (I did have to add Cathe into my rotation ...I just missed her way too much
). I substituted as many people do...KPC for Kenpo X and Imax 2,1 for Plyo X (although, I really like Plyo X too..I just needed to add her in and I wanted some intensity). I also felt doing the same ab routine over and over again wasn't good either so the Coremaxes were frequentely substituted for Ab Ripper X.
While I was doing P90X, I didn't follow any food plan (plus I don't plan anything anyway) so I can't give you any ideas on that. I looked at the book once and said to myself........."OMG, too much work...looks like cooking to me....so skip this." If food preparation requires too much thought or preparation, I prefer not to do it. I'm basically a pretty clean eater (whatever that means) nowadays. I had the recovery drink (still do somewhere in the pantry..lol), but I hardly ever used it while doing P90X (maybe three times??)...it was just way too sweet for me....I usually had a protein and a carb after the workouts (#1 ingredient in the recovery drink is glucose = just plain simple "sugar"). It just bothered me way too much to swallow 38gms of sugar even if it had protein, arginine, glutamine and creatine in the proper 4:1 carb to protein ratio. Pass the apple and nut butters....my teeth cringe just thinking about it. Anyway......
I love Sarah's idea with the HSTA...with the pull-ups between sets. It is definitely brilliant!!! (I can also relate to the need for a Cathe fix.) I ended up doing Meaner Legs because it was short every other week with Tonys Legs & Back to get a better leg workout in, but I like her idea better
Robin
ETA: Just want to wish you luck.
I like Tony and I did have some upper body gains...I think you will enjoy the challenge. (I did have to add Cathe into my rotation ...I just missed her way too much
). I substituted as many people do...KPC for Kenpo X and Imax 2,1 for Plyo X (although, I really like Plyo X too..I just needed to add her in and I wanted some intensity). I also felt doing the same ab routine over and over again wasn't good either so the Coremaxes were frequentely substituted for Ab Ripper X.While I was doing P90X, I didn't follow any food plan (plus I don't plan anything anyway) so I can't give you any ideas on that. I looked at the book once and said to myself........."OMG, too much work...looks like cooking to me....so skip this." If food preparation requires too much thought or preparation, I prefer not to do it
. I'm basically a pretty clean eater (whatever that means) nowadays. I had the recovery drink (still do somewhere in the pantry..lol), but I hardly ever used it while doing P90X (maybe three times??)...it was just way too sweet for me....I usually had a protein and a carb after the workouts (#1 ingredient in the recovery drink is glucose = just plain simple "sugar"). It just bothered me way too much to swallow 38gms of sugar even if it had protein, arginine, glutamine and creatine in the proper 4:1 carb to protein ratio. Pass the apple and nut butters....my teeth cringe just thinking about it. Anyway......I love Sarah's idea with the HSTA...with the pull-ups between sets. It is definitely brilliant!!! (I can also relate to the need for a Cathe fix.) I ended up doing Meaner Legs because it was short every other week with Tonys Legs & Back to get a better leg workout in, but I like her idea better
Robin
ETA: Just want to wish you luck.
I am starting my second rotation tomorrow. I don't follow the diet - not clean enough for me. I do a BFL style diet (with one free day on Saturday).
I do a bit more cardio than called for and substitute now and then (Yoga X bores me to tears) but I do all of the weight workouts. I don't do ab ripper three times a week (ow!) and I add one 'real' leg workout (not always Cathe, sometimes short and heavy sets of squats/lunges etc) - the leg workout in P90X is just 'eh' for me.
I do a bit more cardio than called for and substitute now and then (Yoga X bores me to tears) but I do all of the weight workouts. I don't do ab ripper three times a week (ow!) and I add one 'real' leg workout (not always Cathe, sometimes short and heavy sets of squats/lunges etc) - the leg workout in P90X is just 'eh' for me.
andtckrtoo
Cathlete
Thanks everyone! I have already decided to sub one Core Max a week. Ab Ripper is great, but like others say, you need more variety. I might change that up more, we'll see. My abs are SORE from Ab Ripper though! I haven't had abs this sore for a long time! I love it.
As I'm starting next Sunday, I'm planning an less weight intensive rotation this week. Mainly the TLT's, some Power Strike, Yoga and running.
As I'm starting next Sunday, I'm planning an less weight intensive rotation this week. Mainly the TLT's, some Power Strike, Yoga and running.
aproudfit
Cathlete
I am jumping in with all of you now too. I am just finishing my 5th week of P90X. This morning is KenpoX - I really like this workout. I get a real good sweat and the time flies by.
I am really enjoying Tony and P90X - it does keep me very motivated. I did start the doubles this week too. And actually did it! On the weight days - I add Turbo Jam or a cardio from his Power 90 Masters series.
My one problem is the Yoga X days - I just cant get into 90 min of Yoga and usually do some longer cardio those days - I know I know - I need to give the Yoga more of a chance - but I just struggle with that one.
I did breakdown and get the recovery drink as well - I had a $25 coupon to use - and I really like it. I am actually looking forward to starting Kenpo this morning so I can get to the drink - it is an orange creme flavor. I do know, and as others have already said, there are several other options to getting the same type of drink, but I do like the P90X one.
Ok - well time to sweat!!! Kenpo here I come!
I am really enjoying Tony and P90X - it does keep me very motivated. I did start the doubles this week too. And actually did it!
On the weight days - I add Turbo Jam or a cardio from his Power 90 Masters series. My one problem is the Yoga X days - I just cant get into 90 min of Yoga and usually do some longer cardio those days - I know I know - I need to give the Yoga more of a chance - but I just struggle with that one.
I did breakdown and get the recovery drink as well - I had a $25 coupon to use - and I really like it. I am actually looking forward to starting Kenpo this morning so I can get to the drink - it is an orange creme flavor. I do know, and as others have already said, there are several other options to getting the same type of drink, but I do like the P90X one.
Ok - well time to sweat!!! Kenpo here I come!
Mckmain
Cathlete
First Anne...I have to tell you how much I liked your pics!!! Love the ocean shots and I am such a softie for puppies!!! Your family and dogs are just so cute...
I do sub for YogaX, I am really enjoying Baron Baptiste, I also sometimes do Pilates in place of my Yoga day. I even still like Tony and his silly jokes...
Congrats on 5 weeks Anne!!!
I do sub for YogaX, I am really enjoying Baron Baptiste, I also sometimes do Pilates in place of my Yoga day. I even still like Tony and his silly jokes...
Congrats on 5 weeks Anne!!!
aproudfit
Cathlete
Thank you Carole!! I am working from home now - so those pups are even more spoiled. It gets hard some times when Snoop Dogg wants to sit in my lap while I work, or the inevitable loud play time that starts as soon as I get on the phone.
Of course working from home makes the P90X Doubles easier. I have been doing the regular weight workouts at 5am and then doing 30-40 minutes or cardio during my lunch hour. Since I dont get too sweaty from the weights - I can wait to take a shower until after the cardio at lunch.
I thought about adding Pilates instead of the Yoga - but really I have only tried 30 minutes of the Yoga X workout. I really just need to do it. I know that it would be really good for me to work in the Yoga for sure. I do try to pick a cardio on those days that is core intensive - like Turbo Jam or Power 90 Core Cardio - but I know it is not the same. I think I have to just commit to doing YogaX in its entirety next time.
I am working from home now - so those pups are even more spoiled. It gets hard some times when Snoop Dogg wants to sit in my lap while I work, or the inevitable loud play time that starts as soon as I get on the phone. Of course working from home makes the P90X Doubles easier. I have been doing the regular weight workouts at 5am and then doing 30-40 minutes or cardio during my lunch hour. Since I dont get too sweaty from the weights - I can wait to take a shower until after the cardio at lunch.
I thought about adding Pilates instead of the Yoga - but really I have only tried 30 minutes of the Yoga X workout. I really just need to do it. I know that it would be really good for me to work in the Yoga for sure. I do try to pick a cardio on those days that is core intensive - like Turbo Jam or Power 90 Core Cardio - but I know it is not the same. I think I have to just commit to doing YogaX in its entirety next time.
amyg
Cathlete
Remember that the laying down segments of Yoga X come at the end... I enjoyed those much more than the balance poses!!! So I guess you can figure out my weakness in Yoga...
Since DH is off work tomorrow I think that's the day I'll need to get everything recorded before I officially start. :7 I'm so excited, and SO relieved to hear all the food modifications everyone did!!! I never really thought I could go with one carb a day...
Since DH is off work tomorrow I think that's the day I'll need to get everything recorded before I officially start. :7 I'm so excited, and SO relieved to hear all the food modifications everyone did!!! I never really thought I could go with one carb a day...
L Sass
Cathlete
Hey all - I haven't been on lately, and I'm off to yet another activity - but I had to add this because somebody else told me when I was starting P90X (I also just finished week 5). In legs and back when they're doing the wall squats and Tony asks Drea to tell the people about the recovery drink. Well they're right! It is money!!!! That drink is unbelievable! Often Tony says that's the only reason he works out is to get the drink. I can't disagree with that. I would highly recommend that drink and I was very skeptical at first! BTW - I LOVE this program and hope to join in on your check in. Enjoy the rest of your weekend everyone.
Lorrie
Lorrie
Anne,
If you are only making it through the first 30 minutes of Yoga...you've pretty much made it through all of the hard stuff. The "hard" stuff is like the first 45 minutes, and then it gets much easier and a little more relaxing. The last part is pretty much stretching, except for a little interval wherein he does a few ab moves. Make sure you try the whole thing at least once. I've been known to just do the last 45 minutes for a nice stretch without all of the hardcore stuff in the beginning.
And Lorrie,
I couldn't agree more about that darn drink!! That thing is soooo tasty. My husband didn't like it at first, because of the sweetness issue, but now he's just as hooked as I am. We discovered it's much better once you add some ice to it. And I'm not too concerned about the sugar as it's a great time to get those simple carbs, post workout, as they rush into your muscles to replinish your glycogen stores. So in theory if you've worked out hard enough, the calories and simple sugars really shouldn't be that big of a deal. Well at least that's what they say and I'm not going to disagree as I have no intentions of giving up that yummy drink!!
Deni
If you are only making it through the first 30 minutes of Yoga...you've pretty much made it through all of the hard stuff. The "hard" stuff is like the first 45 minutes, and then it gets much easier and a little more relaxing. The last part is pretty much stretching, except for a little interval wherein he does a few ab moves. Make sure you try the whole thing at least once. I've been known to just do the last 45 minutes for a nice stretch without all of the hardcore stuff in the beginning.
And Lorrie,
I couldn't agree more about that darn drink!! That thing is soooo tasty. My husband didn't like it at first, because of the sweetness issue, but now he's just as hooked as I am. We discovered it's much better once you add some ice to it. And I'm not too concerned about the sugar as it's a great time to get those simple carbs, post workout, as they rush into your muscles to replinish your glycogen stores. So in theory if you've worked out hard enough, the calories and simple sugars really shouldn't be that big of a deal. Well at least that's what they say and I'm not going to disagree as I have no intentions of giving up that yummy drink!!
Deni
I may have to get some of the drink in my next round! I think I tossed the sample that came with my kit.
As for the yoga, well I never did it at all. I did a cardio session. I just can't get into yoga. I did do the warm-up yoga on Cardio X, though, usually with a crabby look on my face!
This is such a great program, and I am excited for those just starting out. I'm actually having trouble taking a break from it. Happily I had ordered Tony's Power 1/2 hour DVDs a while ago, and am using those as my "break."
Sparrow
Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming ‘Wow - what a ride!’ — Peter Sage
As for the yoga, well I never did it at all. I did a cardio session. I just can't get into yoga. I did do the warm-up yoga on Cardio X, though, usually with a crabby look on my face!
This is such a great program, and I am excited for those just starting out. I'm actually having trouble taking a break from it. Happily I had ordered Tony's Power 1/2 hour DVDs a while ago, and am using those as my "break."
Sparrow
Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming ‘Wow - what a ride!’ — Peter Sage
I must be the strange one of the bunch... I started p90x about five
weeks ago also and can't wait until it's time to do the yoga. I really enjoy it. I did it today and was sad to see it over. I got a
sample of the recovery drink also but used it very sparing Just two
tablespoons per big glass. I thought even that was to sweet. Now make
it in chocolate and we'd be talking!
I think I'll join you in this check in seems like fun! I even got
my mother-in-law who is in her 60's to start. She just got her set this past week. Garilee
weeks ago also and can't wait until it's time to do the yoga. I really enjoy it. I did it today and was sad to see it over. I got a
sample of the recovery drink also but used it very sparing Just two
tablespoons per big glass. I thought even that was to sweet. Now make
it in chocolate and we'd be talking!
I think I'll join you in this check in seems like fun! I even got
my mother-in-law who is in her 60's to start. She just got her set this past week. Garilee
andtckrtoo
Cathlete
I actually like Yoga, too, so I'll be doing Yoga X. I did Stretch X today, and really enjoyed that - if you don't like the yoga, try doing that. I can really feel it all over. I did it after Viper, so maybe that helped!
I'm so happy everyone is joining. Seems like I'll (or we'll) need to start a new thread daily - this one's getting rather full. I'll start tomorrow with a new one (or who'd ever up first start it!).
I'm really looking forward to this!
I'm so happy everyone is joining. Seems like I'll (or we'll) need to start a new thread daily - this one's getting rather full. I'll start tomorrow with a new one (or who'd ever up first start it!).
I'm really looking forward to this!
xschwarz
Cathlete
Hi P90Xers,
If some of you could post your before and after stats and/or photos, it may be very inspirational for others considering this challenge.
Great thread, the kind of information I look for in Cathe's "Open Discussion".
Has anyone gone from not being able to do a chin up...to being able to?
Finally, has anyone developed an advanced P90X-like rotation using Cathe's workouts...with, of course, some non-Cathe yoga?
X
If some of you could post your before and after stats and/or photos, it may be very inspirational for others considering this challenge.
Great thread, the kind of information I look for in Cathe's "Open Discussion".
Has anyone gone from not being able to do a chin up...to being able to?
Finally, has anyone developed an advanced P90X-like rotation using Cathe's workouts...with, of course, some non-Cathe yoga?
X
kathryn
Cathlete
>So if I am understanding this completely, after these P90x
>workouts I should load up on simple carbs(banana) along with
>my protein shake I normally have(made with frozen whole
>strawberries) or substitute it for the shake?
After the weight workouts, it's best to have an easily digestible snack (liquid works best) that has a 4-to-1 carb to protein ratio. High glycemic carbs are best at this time. That might mean adding some banana to your protein shake.
>workouts I should load up on simple carbs(banana) along with
>my protein shake I normally have(made with frozen whole
>strawberries) or substitute it for the shake?
After the weight workouts, it's best to have an easily digestible snack (liquid works best) that has a 4-to-1 carb to protein ratio. High glycemic carbs are best at this time. That might mean adding some banana to your protein shake.
I think it would be pretty easy to create a "P90X like" rotation with Cathe's stuff. I guess it could go something like this:
Week 1-3
1- SH workout (upper body) in its entirity; Coremax
2- An Imax (or other cardio interval workout)
3- SH workout (upper body) in its entirity; Coremax
4- Yoga
5- Legs workout; Coremax
6- One of Cathe's kickboxing tapes (or any other kickboxing tape you may have)
7- rest
Week 4 (recovery week)- not so sure here I'd have to think a little more on this one)
My intitial guess would be something like this:
1- light cardio
2- yoga
3- Maybe Boot Camp
4- light cardio
5- yoga
6- kickboxing tape
Week 5-7
1- PS workout (upper body) in its entirity ; Coremax
2- An Imax (or other cardio interval workout)
3- PS workout (upper body) in its entirity ; Coremax
4- Yoga
5- Legs workout ; Coremax
6- Kickboxing workout
7- Rest
Week 8 (recovery)
Weeks 9 & 11
Same rotation as weeks 1-4
Weeks 10 & 12
Same rotation as weeks 5-7
Does this make sense. Anyone feel free to modify it (especially the recovery weeks) as this was just a quick impromptu dry run of a potential rotation.
Deni
Week 1-3
1- SH workout (upper body) in its entirity; Coremax
2- An Imax (or other cardio interval workout)
3- SH workout (upper body) in its entirity; Coremax
4- Yoga
5- Legs workout; Coremax
6- One of Cathe's kickboxing tapes (or any other kickboxing tape you may have)
7- rest
Week 4 (recovery week)- not so sure here I'd have to think a little more on this one)
My intitial guess would be something like this:
1- light cardio
2- yoga
3- Maybe Boot Camp
4- light cardio
5- yoga
6- kickboxing tape
Week 5-7
1- PS workout (upper body) in its entirity ; Coremax
2- An Imax (or other cardio interval workout)
3- PS workout (upper body) in its entirity ; Coremax
4- Yoga
5- Legs workout ; Coremax
6- Kickboxing workout
7- Rest
Week 8 (recovery)
Weeks 9 & 11
Same rotation as weeks 1-4
Weeks 10 & 12
Same rotation as weeks 5-7
Does this make sense. Anyone feel free to modify it (especially the recovery weeks) as this was just a quick impromptu dry run of a potential rotation.
Deni
kathryn
Cathlete
>Kathryn or anyone that knows... Are you saying it
>should be more carbs than protein?
> If it's a smoothie, should it be more fruit and then maybe
>one scoop of protein powder? Garilee
Yes, 4 times the amount of carbs as protein (since they both contain the same amount of calories per gram, that's pretty easy to figure out). Here some more info:
http://69.0.137.118/dc/dcboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=4&topic_id=286272&mesg_id=286272&page=9
>should be more carbs than protein?
> If it's a smoothie, should it be more fruit and then maybe
>one scoop of protein powder? Garilee
Yes, 4 times the amount of carbs as protein (since they both contain the same amount of calories per gram, that's pretty easy to figure out). Here some more info:
http://69.0.137.118/dc/dcboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=4&topic_id=286272&mesg_id=286272&page=9