P90x Lean

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sparrow

Cathlete
Hey All:

Just looking for feedback on this rotation. Was it basically fat loss? What sort of size/muscle gain did anyone have? I'm thinking of doing this next....

TIA!

Sparrow

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Sparrow,
I'm bumping this because I'd like to know too. I just received P90X last week and I'm wanting to start the Lean rotation. I'm also interested in how anyone anchored the resistance bands for the chest work, since I KNOW there's no way I'll be able to do the pull-ups. I've previewed a few of the workouts and in the chest and back one, there's a TON of pull-ups!
 
I never considered doing the 'lean' rotation, because it looked incomplete and kind of throw-together to me. Every week, one body part gets short shrift, as I recall.


>>I'm also interested in how anyone anchored the
>resistance bands for the chest work, since I KNOW there's no
>way I'll be able to do the pull-ups.
You mean back work?
I got a door attachment from www.sissel-online.com that works well. It can attach securely at the top of a door, so you kneel down in front of the door to pull down.
 
Sparrow,

I'm finding it to be easier than Cathe, with the exception of pull ups and pull downs. So I decided to do more Cathe for awhile, and then after January 1st will begin yet another P90X, but this time double, this one looks awesome.

Janie

The idea is to die young as late as possible.

www.picturetrail.com/janiejoey
 
Thanks for the link, Kathryn. Yes, I did mean back work, not chest work, in my earlier post. I found it, and I'm also thinking of getting one of those resistance bands, since the only one I have is the green one Cathe uses. Is that acceptable for using? Does anyone know from experience if you get good results doing the resistance band modification instead of the pull-ups?
 
>I'm also
>thinking of getting one of those resistance bands, since the
>only one I have is the green one Cathe uses. Is that
>acceptable for using? Does anyone know from experience if you
>get good results doing the resistance band modification
>instead of the pull-ups?

Definitely get a higher tension band. I bought the three hardest tension ones from BB (excellent quality) and quickly outgrew the green BB band. The green one Cathe uses is medium tension, rather light for back work, unless you are using 10# or less, maybe, for lat rows.

I started out P90X with dumbell rows and pullovers because I didn't have bands or a pull-up bar at the time, then moved on to band work, then to a pull-up station. Even when I was using the pull-up station, I'd usually do 1/2 of my pull-ups/chin-ups with bands, just to feel like I'd gotten some good reps with full ROM. The bands can be very effective if you challenge yourself with the heaviest resistance (and add intensity when necessary by holding the rep for a count of two and releasing slowly to work the negative).
 
I realize I'm bringing this thread back, but I was wanting to know if anyone out there is doing or has done the lean rotation. If so, how's it going and/or what results did you get? I'm thinking of doing this one and DH is actually interested in doing the Classic rotation. I'm also thinking of subbing Cathe cardio for some of the cardio days because I know I'll need a break from that guy. Good idea?

Carolyn
 
Carolyn...
I follow Classic BUT do 30-40 minutes cardio 5x a week. I even add a floor segment of any of Cathes lower that has floor work on Legs & Back day.
While CardioX & Core Synergistics & Plyometrics & Kenpo may not seem exciting as cardio they do serve dual purposes.
CardioX is a mix of Kick, Core Syn, Plyo
Core Syn is a fabulous cardio AB focus
Ply is a leg burner cardio
Kenpo is a great extra upper arm cardio

So I really do think that the whole program works together.... Having said that think about doing P90 as is and using your shorter Cathe's as "add ons" if you feel you need more.
I am using cardio coach 3, CTX cardio, Timesaver series cardio, and 45 min or less cardio premixes to get more cardio bang.
I am ending week 5 (recovery) and am loving on the results thus far! Measurements taken on Thursday but my legs are way way way smaller- all of my jeans/pants are baggy there for the first time in years!
Still waiting on those hips to follow;-)
 
Thank you Traci! I will give it a try "as is" and add shorter cardio if I have the energy. Are you planning on posting pics of your progress?
And speaking of progress, are you finding more muscle bulk or definition?

Thanks!!!
 
Carolyn- RE: Pics... bad experience in the family a few years ago with "posted pics" on a forum.... not traveling down that road. Would be fun tho! I'll keep ya posted as to inches/pounds tho.
RE: Bulk/Def.... DEFINITELY definition. That could be my genetics or the fact that I am not into Hulk Lifting lolol... I'm 43, 5'5, and am working way from 131-125. My REAL goal however w/ doing P90X is to lower my 25% body fat (caliper method).
Week 3 I did increase my wts 2-4#s so I'm absolutely stronger. :)
 
Hi Traci -

I'll be starting P90X on Jan. 1 (hopefully) and have a question. When you say you're not into "hulk lifting" can you please give me some examples of the weights you used for various exercises. I'm not into "hulk" weights either as I have experience hurting my elbows, etc. when trying to lift too heavy.

I also didn't buy a body fat caliper yet. I guess I need one. Are they accurate enough in your opinion?

Thanks for the help.

Nancy
 
Nancy:
WTS: P90X uses no BB just dumbells (at least first 4 weeks!)
My DB collection is 3-20#s. I am using the 6-15 depending on body part. Using the 20's would be great to work up to for me! Legs use no wts (which is why I think I'm leaning out there)
Dont know if home calipers are all that accurate but whatever you decide to use just use it from the beginning and at least it gives you the baseline. Accuracy will always be questionable .... My Tanita Scale says I'm over 30%BF.... Caliper 24-25%. My upper is pretty lean, hips fatty, legs are really leaning down. The measurements are most important I think. Very exciting about your start date! I cant wait to read all about it - lots of people starting around Jan 1!
 
Calipers are the most accurate form of measurement outside of underwater weighing. My Tanita scale is way off as well. IMO, they are useless...unless you like inaccurate numbers. The calipers can get awfully expensive though.

Carolyn
 
The body fat caliper method recommended by Tom Venuto ( "Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle") works well. He recommends the Accu-Measure caliper. I got one on Ebay for $10. I think it is pretty good for a home device. It may not be perfect, but once you get the hang of using it, at least you can see if you are losing BF% and how much.
 
Thanks so much for the help girls! I really do have to buy a caliper. I'm curious as I'm very lean on top and know I have a ton (literally) more fat on my legs. So what do you do, average the numbers?

Ohhh, the never-ending quest for a perfect body. (lol) I'm looking forward to starting P90X (I think).

Thanks again!!!!

Nancy
 
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