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I started P90X several weeks ago. I am an athlete. 55 years old. Used to working out. The exercises are difficult but not unreachable. However, I found that I needed to tailor the program to make it more balanced for myself. First, I found that the Plyo X was simply not worth doing. It isn't Plyometrics truly and there are better ways to get a cardio workout so I substitute Cardio X. Second, I didn't care for Kenpo X. So, instead I am doing some basic Kettlebell exercises in it's place. Finally, what P90X calls yoga - isn't. The P90X style makes Yoga into a set of aggressive exercises. Moreover, 90 minutes is overkill. Instead I've replaced it with a real Yoga DVD that runs about 45 mins and teaches you technique, breathing, relaxation, etc. So, with these changes plus watching the diet I find that this routine keeps me in peak shape and continues to let me improve by adding weight. Also consider lat pulldowns in place of some of the pullup routines (like do them as the second set).

I've been doing the p90x lean version for 6 weeks now. I do NOT need to lose weight (I'm 5'2" and 114 lbs.), but I was looking to appear more toned. So far, I don't think I've seen any results. I weigh the same and I haven't lost any inches. This is so hard for me to understand because it IS a great work out. I previously was only taking in 1000 calories per day and maintaining my weight without working out. I had to increase my caloric intake to maintain, but again...I haven't seen any difference. :( Do I need to do more cardio? Or have I just not given it enough time. I will finish the entire 90 days. I have to...I'm too anal retentive not to. But, I've thought about doing my own modified version as a maintenance. Any suggestions?

I'm 6'0" and 180 pounds, I'm interested in strating P90X but i'm not trying to lose weight. I'm sole interested in having "Washboard abs" and a better body for myself. Will that goal be accomplished using P90X without the weight loss ?

• Jared says:

  April 9, 2012 AT 1:21 pm

  Karl, it will definitely give you washboard abs and then some. What is nice, is that you work your entire body. You hit balance, strength, cardio, flexibilty, ripped, yoga, martial arts, etc. It is the BEST program to commit to. Definitely follow the nutrition guide, that goes hand in hand with the P90X exercises. If you commit to both of those....you will be blown away by the results. Good Luck with your decision!

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I am incredibly out of shape (5'6, 250 lbs) After losing my pregnancy weight and then gaining it back and then some, I feel very defeated. My question is-is P90x advisable (and do-able) for someone my size? I'm extremely motivated to lose the weight and have already lost 35 lbs through diet alone. I'm thinking about investing in this program but I'm wondering if I should lose more weight first...I'm also wondering if this will have any effect on the excess skin I know I will have after I get to my goal.

• John says:

  June 12, 2012 AT 1:31 pm

  Hi Rebecca. I feel like P90X might be a little too extreme in your case. Before I started my 'X", I completed another 90 day program called Power 90. It's sort of the precursor to P90X. The routines are not as long or as intense. But they are still very good and will burn a ton of calories. Tony Horton runs these dvd's as well. While it can get a bit boring as the variety of routines is limited, I thought it was the perfect prep course for P90X. Good luck wither way.

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• Dana says:

  March 29, 2012 AT 10:54 am

  Rebecca, you can always work at your comfort level. You can modify most exercises to your ability. You won't be able to do everything right away but even if you try you will get better each time you do a video. I recommend using an exercise band rather than the pull up bar. I am in pretty good shape and still cant do a pull up. Good luck.

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i am, like frank, tall and thin ( i have grown to hate the word skinny) i am 6'5" and my top weight ever is 170# and that was after 4 months of being off from work with limited to no exercise at all... i would love to put on about 20 to 25 healthy pounds and seeing as muscle weighs more tahn fat would p 90x be something i should look into?without useing the diet plan?

To see results with any type of exercising plan you have to "eat right". If you continue to eat what you've always eaten, you'll weigh what you've always weighed. If you really want to lose that weight or tone up, you have to put everything into it, you can't cut corners.

MY BOYFRIEND AND I JUST STARTED ON WEEK 8 OF THE P90X PROGRAM. WE HAVE SEEN GREAT RESULTS. WE ALSO FOLLOW THE DIET PLAN AND NEVER FEEL HUNGRY. WE'VE EVEN CHEATED A LITTLE BIT BY HAVING COCKTAILS WHEN WE GO OUT. THERE ARE SO MANY HEALTHY CHOICES THAT RESTAURANTS NOW OFFER THAT THERE REALLY IS NO EXCUSE. IF YOU FOLLOW THE DIET PLAN AND WORKOUT 6 DAYS/WK TO THE P90X DVD'S, YOU SHOULD SEE RESULTS. iT DEPENDS ON HOW BAD YOU WANT THE RESULTS!!

• Ashley says:

  April 3, 2012 AT 12:58 pm

  Cheryl - How are you doing with it? My husband and I are thinking about starting the program but I'm nervous about following through with it for 90 days. I like that you said you cheat a little bit with it, because I can see that happening with us. Is it still working out for you and does a little cheating every now and then have a big affect?

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I have been doing p90x for 3 weeks. I ave gained weight and my pants have gotten tighter, haven't lost any inches either. I follow the diet just right what is happening? I'm afraid to go on afraid I might git bigger..

• Dave says:

  March 2, 2012 AT 6:45 am

  How big were you to begin with? There could be several reasons for the size increase after 3 weeks. Really, need more info to make an educated response but I wouldn't necessarily quit because of this.

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Today I begin my 6th week. Ive gone from 324 to 300 and dropped a size in the waist. It is a bit intense, but I really enjoy it. I’m following the diet somewhat and it is working great! and Im currently working thru p90x.

I cant believe that anybody doesnt believe P90X works. It works great, so do boot camps, crossfit, boxing or any other kind of booty kicking exercise we can put our minds too. i just finished breast feeding and have been knockin off my mommy pounds for a few weeks already. I rotate through P90X or my local boot camp. Great stuff.

Hi im 21 5'9" 140lb im on the rather skinny side im on the first week and lets just say its hard.i bought it to build muscle. But my real question is about the diet. i have a lot of food allergies the main ones being all fish, all nuts, all soy products except soy oil and soy lecithin, and all potato products. as you would think this makes the diet that comes with p90x almost impossible i was wondering if anyone could give me any advice toward what i could eat in replace of these things and if anyone has any recipes that would be awesome to thx in advance

• Jeannie says:

  March 6, 2011 AT 12:57 pm

  I'm female and 50 - have been seriously working out for most of my life. P90X is too difficult for me due so some spine issues so I follow the original P90 and its incredible. I don't follow his cardio, I go on a treadmill or an elliptical 40 minutes 3 - 4 times a week. Even P90 works like nothing else!! As far as the foods your allergic to are concerned, I hope you know you can still get in shape without following his plan if you just eat clean balanced meals. I am allergic to all of the same things you are plus more. How about whey protein powder. There are so many to choose from such as EAS or Prolab (many lactose free). YOu can mix it with lactose free milk or water, shake a little fat/sugar free "instant" chocolate pudding power in to thicken it up (trick from one of my personal trainers) and 1/4 or 1/2 of a banana. Since I have so many allergies, I cook up chicken breast or lean turkey burgers and eat it as a snack. I also find I can tolerate "low fat" string cheese. Check out the Pure Protein bars - just find something that is not loaded with sugar and eat them in moderation. Tony has something called Michi's Ladder where he tells you all "best" foods to eat and puts them in categories best to worse. You can always google it and see if it comes up or you can order from Beach Body the P90 food plan which is less restrictive. Balance and clean are the two most important things here (I should also add low glycemic). You know the drill i.e. protein, complex carb, good fat and veggies (preferably green). There is really no secret except Beach Body is really trying to push that green protein drink and BELIEVE ME its not necessary. They make a S##T load of money off of it and the people who work for them make big commissions. Don't buy into that - you don't need it. I'm not a professional in this area but I have had top notch personal trainers for most of my life and I have learned well from them.

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Would someone please just let me know..........I am 59 and about 45# overweight. I am very out of shape. Fat and Muscles are tight. I can make the 90 day committment is I can go at my own rate, which would be pushing myself a little further most days. Would love to have feedback from experienced users. Thank you much. Dana

• Trish says:

  February 7, 2011 AT 1:50 pm

  @Dana ... I'm 49, about 20lbs overweight and have osteo arthritis in both knees. I just started the P90 program. I opted for P90 instead of the P90X because it seemed less extreme and more suitable for someone who isn't in the best of shape. I'm finding the workouts challenging but do-able for me, so you might want to consider P90 first before jumping into P90X. The daily time commitment is less too.

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  • Dana says:

    February 7, 2011 AT 8:51 pm

    To Trish! Thank you for your honest feedback. It is really what I needed. I just ordered the P90. Again I thank you much. I tried to use the "reply" button but had to add another comment instead. Hope you see this because you really helped me out.

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I am 52 and started the P90 bootcamp 23 days ago. I have not missed one workout though at first they were not all easy to do. Some of the yoga is hard because my back wont stretch like you need it to but overall the program works with no doubts. I am loosing weight, feeling stronger, you work at your own pace and my chest and legs are without question stronger in only 3 weeks. The first day I could not do 5 pushups and as of yesterday I did about 50 in the workout. I was not in terrible shape but I could be in much better and this program works. I looked at the 90X and yes its far more intense, I can do some of that and it does take an hour a day. The P90 is about 35 minutes and I assure you its worth every minute!

My husband and I are both in our early 50's and saw an amazing transformation on P90X. I lost 8 pounds my first week and saw amazing tone. Every day I got stronger. For the best results you really need to drink the shakes and follow as best as possible the dietary recommendations. It works if you work it!

o.k., I'm 50 6' 240, biggest I've ever been. disabled, had for me to get around but can function. want to get back down to an ideal weight of 180. It seems like what I've been hearing is most of it has to do iwth what you eat. Can someone share what that consists of? I know on the info commercials they show all these people a little overweight, but seem like they are strong and in control and it wouldn't take much for them to acheive their goal. How about someone like me, disabled, has never worked out, hates fish total meat and potatoes guy. Do I have a chance?

• Martin says:

  February 8, 2011 AT 1:06 pm

  I'm writing this for anyone who has done the program and is getting tired of repeating the program over and over again to stay in shape. Or for anyone who, like myself, hates some of the workouts and is looking for a way to substitute one workout for another. Anyway, if anyone is starting to lose motivation after doing P90x a bazillion times needs to check out "one on one with tony horton" their are a lot of new workouts to be done and if you are like me and hate YogaX their is a replacement yoga that is shorter and doesn't require a hundred thousand sun salutations.

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• James Chandler says:

  February 6, 2011 AT 7:46 am

  Iam doing P90X for the second time. Iam 55 and lost 60 pounds.Started at 226 pounds Iam down to 166.This really works for me.I was on blood pressure meds and still was high,now I take no med and my blood pressure is below normal.I really think P90X saved my life.But belive it is had work,,and it is worth it.It takes a live change to do this and you wii be in the best shape of your life.

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I am almost 56, overweight and out of shape. If that isn't enough, I am also a below knee amputee. I was in shape but as the years crept up and my leg was amputated, I became unfit and overweight. My concern (based on experience) will be my ability to 'perform' the exercise routine. Any comments or suggestions?

• Renee says:

  February 3, 2011 AT 8:04 am

  To the person who said they were a below the knee amputee, he actually has a below the knee amputee do one of the videos. It's not easy and I would recommend doing Power 90 first. There will be some things you won't be able to do (like Dreya Rolls) but I can't do all of them either. I lost 33 lbs in the first 6 weeks and over 5 in. off my waist. I'm still obese but it is an amazing workout. Not easy but it works.

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Hey i just wanted to know can i get toned if i dont follow the nutrition plan? I am on my fourth week of P90x.

At the beginning of last year I did this program and fallowed it pretty close. The end result was a loss of 42lbs in 90 days. I'm 33 years old 5' 11" and started at 233 and finished at 191lbs. I haven't been this thin since I was 19. This workout is not for everyone it takes commitment, but if you can make the commitment it will change your life forever. Most people get caught up on all these before and after photos and numbers of how much weight is gone. Take a look at the smile on the peoples face in the before and afters, that smile, the one that is on my face right now, is better than any amount of wieght loss. I would habve never believed in a million years that eating well and exercising could make you feel so good, I thought being tired and lazy was just part of getting older, I WAS WRONG. After 90 days of this type of commitment it has formed good eating and exercise habits that will be quite hard for most to get rid of. $120 is nothing to change your life. How much do Americans spend on soda, alcohol, Starbucks, cigarettes, ice cream, potatoes chips, and other crap? Quit spending your money on that crap that is killing you and spend it on something to make your life better.

For all of those people who are still asking 'what P90X is and what it will do for you'. There are 3 cycles programs you can follow that is designed for whatever goals you want. -P90X Classic which is good for a rounded workout -P90X Doubles which is the best one I find personally. If you have the time to do the cardio session 3-4 times a week in the morning and then train in the evening. Its the fat burner with the muscle gain all in one. -P90X Lean which is a great fat burning program So for those who want to lose weight, gain, muscle, or get lean and shredded, just choose which program suits your time and need and go for it.

Ok! Almost ready to take the plunge. I've read countless testimonials here trying to piece together a answer to my question. Easiest thing to do is just ask I guess so.... Im 40, 6'0, 185lbs. Have always been in pretty good shape. I, like some of the posts I've read am not in need of serious weight loss in fact I was always self consious of how skinny I was up through my 30's. With age the mid section is growing somewhat now. My body fat % needs to be lowered Im sure to a certain extent, but after having done that is the P90X also the program of choise to get defined, ripped and experience serious muscle growth? I have no problem with the commitment, workout, nutrion plan I'll do whatever. I just want to obtain results I've never attempted to obtain.

the p90x looks great. I get really frustrated with all the fancy moves in some of the arobic dvds. What about this one? is it a dance routine?

• Henry says:

  January 26, 2011 AT 5:49 am

  No, Lisa, it's not at all a dance routine...in fact, Tony often says, "This ain't no dance routine." The cardio is tough, but basic, really. And if plyo isn't your thing, there is a 'Cardio X' option that is a good alternative.

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I completed the P90X workout in June of 2010 ... Starting weight was 242 , when I finished I was 205 . DID NOT follow their diet . Just changed my eating habits and ate smart ! This is the real deal !!!! Starting again after Super Bowl ... Can't wait !

I just started the program on Monday and the workouts are really intense. I am a level III and following the nutrition plan by the book. It seems like I am eating WAY too much food and can't finish my meals sometime. Can other level III users please confirm that these big meals will produce the weight loss results the program claims it will?

• Kathi says:

  January 21, 2011 AT 7:56 am

  Absolutely! I have been doing P90X for over 4 years now. I am a Level I & my son is a Level III. Neither one of us can EVER finish or eat the full days meal plan. We only eat until we are full, and that is what I would suggest for you also. I went from 27% body fat down to 14%!!! Follow the meal plans & workouts & you will see results VERY quickly! Make sure to sign up on milliondollarbody.com - It's FREE! You can get a personal coach, track your workouts, meals, progress & win $ or prizes just for working out & achieving your goals! I WON $300 just for working out...How crazy fabulous is that?!?! They also have a meal planner, grocery lists for your plans, Michi's Ladder, message boards to share or ask questions w/other P90X'rs and a monthly LIVE chat w/Tony Horton (next one is Monday, 1/24/2011 @ 8pm ET) so you can ask him questions personally, and much, much MORE!!! Good luck! And as Tony would say, "Do your best & forget the rest....and BRING IT"!!!

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  • Dale says:

    January 27, 2011 AT 6:38 am

    After reading multiple posts on line I expected faster results. I guess everyone does when they are trying to lose weight and get into shape. After 10 days of P90X Classic and following the diet from the book I have lost only 2 pounds. Is this normal and if I keep up this format should I expect to see more drastic results in the coming weeks?

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    • Henry says:

      January 27, 2011 AT 8:20 am

      You should ONLY be losing 1 to 2 pounds per week. Any more than that is not healthy and could be dangerous.

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      • Dale says:

        March 10, 2011 AT 5:27 am

        I'm finishing my 8th week of the classic version and am still a little disappointed by losing only 6 pounds. One week I gain 2 and the next I lose 4. I follow the meal plan but can't eat the quantities that are prescribed. Maybe the fact that I'm gaining some muscle mass can explain the small amount of weight loss. I will certainly finish the program and see if my body metabolism cathces up.

I have the P90X program, and started on the 15th of Jan 2011, but I bought it from someone on Amazon.com. I paid $90 with $9 shipping from USPS. Tony gives you everything you need. I bought all "recommended" equipment at a discount store (inspect for safety) for less and get supliments from a local vitamin store. Do your research, buy quality and only what you need> no extras because you just pee them away. Do not skip dvd's because you don't like them. Follow the guide and do it as he says DO NOT SKIP DVD'S ! otherwise, you will quit way before 90 days.

I just started; decided to just by one dvd at a time on ebay to see if I like them. Skip two of them but love the "cardio" - wacky jacks, superman, banana....what ever; feeling it in my butt; thighs; and calf - can't wait to actually see the results. Since I did not buy the entire set, I don't have the book but changed my eating habits. More fruits and veggies; less bread and sweets.

I am 60, 6' 3", walk 4 miles every other day and am active. Have a partial replaced knee and other spinal issues. Is the anyone out there in this shape that has tried this program? What were your results?

• Dan Sitta says:

  January 18, 2011 AT 9:36 am

  I'm 19, 6'3, and i was sedentary most my life. With a banged up knee- you're going to have to replace high impact workouts of this program (such as plyometricsX) with something less... impacting. If something feels off or strenuous, odds are you're doing it with incorrect form- you NEED to do things with proper form, or you can seriously screw up your back. you should be ok to do most workouts, but if they feel too intense or too harsh on that knee, just ease up on it. if i do the back+chest set and i feel my wrists start to get tweaky from the pushups, i ease off of them and try to mimick that motion with dumbells.

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I am just starting my 4th round of P90x and yes it works. My wife and I do it together and we somewhat stick to the meal plan, it gives you many options. I at (55) told myself on my 55th B-day I would not have a puss gut and would have 6pac abs. After starting on Feb of 2010, I accomplished my goal. I lost 15 lbs, but also went from 20 to 8 percent body fat, and am more defined than I have ever been. My wife has lost 30 lbs, and can now do regular pushups, something she was unable to do when we started. Yes its hard, and you will get sore muscles, but it definately worked for us and we continue to do it everyday.

Yes, P90X works. I've done it twice now and seen amazing results each time. There are different styles you can do, for instance, the classic, lean or doubles. First I did classic and loved it, the second time I wanted long, lean muscle and didn't want to bulk up, so I did the Lean program. It worked great. And for your information, I DID NOT follow the diet plan. I didn't even open the book. I just cut out all soda and sweets, and ate healthy foods. You CAN get results with P90X even if you don't follow their strict diet, you just can't go eat fast food and sweets, which is obvious.

I am 60 year old female. Haven't exercised in years.... 5'2, 131 pounds, size 8 petite. Do you think that I could do this program without endangering my health? Thanks!

Hi. Can somebody please tell me if the P90X Program has Close Captions or languages options? THANKS!

• shaina johnson says:

  January 21, 2011 AT 8:54 pm

  andres- p90x has spanish options!

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First, you don't have to be rich, but go to GNC to save on shipping costs, I recommend Power Blocks far better than the adjustable dial dumb bell versions, they can be bought used via Craig's List and get the P90X Pull-up Bar, its really awesome and relatively inexpensive. Or to save more money go with the bands! Once you have done this; cancel your gym membership and you will pay it off with the savings, which should be within half a year, from then on your saving money and are getting far better results. Time? If you are going to the gym to workout, which is the only place you can get a good work out without P90X you will save time! If it takes you 15 minutes to travel back and forth, thats half an hour then to change, sign in and then you always end up gabbing with someone there is another 15! Thats 45 minutes and you haven't even done anything yet! I say conservatively, on average, working out a gym is a half hour of your time, every workout, without the workout! P90x is long and hard and averages out to 75 minutes a workout. But... its hard core working out for 75 with a personal instructor! Which basically only rich people can afford, for anyone half as good as Tony Horton! Trust me its the greatest investment in yourself to your physical and mental health you can buy, and commit too! I was a runner, and believed the only way to keep fit was running! I hit 35 and my knees were shot, did the gym thing to substitute with an Eliptical, hated it, hated the crowds, and the exercise classes drowning out my IPOD! i ended up working out less and less and stopped all together! Purchased P90X after watching it a dozen times on TV and going through all the Youtube testimonials! I honestly can say after completing 4 90 Day rounds you, will never look at another workout and will become a Tony Horton disciple! There are plenty of ways to get a good workout, but this is best workout! Reason I say that to get anything equal would take tonnes of research and lots of trial and error! I think everyone of us has the fire within to workout and get the results, but were either intimidated by the superfit superstars at the gym, we have no idea what to do or where to start, and we get discourage by not getting the results! P90X is different, you workout at home, you have Tony Horton as your guide and your results are your motivation for each workout! It is for both men and women and perfect for anyone who is over 30, because its the fountain of youth! You will increase your flexibility, loose that stiffness and joint pain with the Yoga portion, get that elasticity in your muscles with Plyometrics, and increase muscle and strength with the resistance training! Over all you will be lean and mean, not bulky and bloated like many of our peers over 30 are! Most importantly eliminate, "I can't do that anymore!" At 37 now, I can run again, and its all because of P90X! :) Buy it and just push play as Tony says!

• Brett Harris says:

  January 9, 2011 AT 2:29 pm

  I just purchased the P90X and noticed that I wouldn't be able to pass the fitness test. I thought I was in pretty good shape for a 55 year old, but bought the pull up bar and couldn't do 1 pull up, lol. So I opted to go the P90 prequel to the P90X, and am waiting for it to arrive. My question is what are the best supplements if you are not going the Beach Body way and payiing all the S&H everytime. Would GNC be good, (they give you 20% off regular prices when you join their program). Or maybe a health food store for the supplements? Basically looking for the best products at the best price since I will be needing alot of them, and I'm talking recovery drink, supplement, and meal replacement bars or drink for snacks or quick meals. Thanks in advance.

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  • Crystal says:

    January 23, 2011 AT 2:38 am

    I want to encourage you to consider P90X despite the fact that you can't use the pull up bars. I can't either and I had fantastic results after finishing a round of P90X. I bought long bands from target and wrapped them over the bar and pull down on them like they do on the video. I bought the tripple bands and use all three at once to bet the maximum benefit. You can pull the bands down while on your knee or sitting. I prefer my knees and it works great. I hope this helps. Good luck.

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  • Kathy says:

    January 9, 2011 AT 9:48 pm

    Brett Harris - I am also interested in trying the p90X program. I've hesitated spending the money thinking the DVDs would end up collecting dust :) I currently play racquetball about 3-5 hours a week. I wonder how I would fit in the workouts with 2 part-time jobs.

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    • Michelle says:

      January 12, 2011 AT 9:41 am

      Kathy, I am very busy as well. Once you have done each workout and know how to do the exercise, you can skip to the next workout. Tony does a lot of unnecessary talking. If you do the exercise then press skip, it goes right to the next move and it almost cuts most of the workout times in half!

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Im 5'6" 220lbs and is in dire need of losing weight. I need to lose weight and believe I need a diet plan and excercise program to lose weight .. I was interested in the P90x but know that I would not be able to keep up with the excercise.. then I looked into the 6 week body make over but after reading your report I'm a bit leary.. PLEASE HELP ...

• John says:

  January 5, 2011 AT 1:22 pm

  Stick with the Beachbody programs. They work. In 2004 I started with Power 90 (it is still available for $60 plus shipping) and lost 60 lbs. After falling off the wagon and putting a some weight back on I got serious again and did Power 90 with running and a strict diet. I lost 60 more pounds and was in great shape. I have done P90x and it works! If you start out with P90X you might not be able to keep up at first but your body will adjust. P90X help me do things I didn't think possible. Make sure that you follow the recommended diet. P90X is so intense that your body will burn out if you are not eating right. Good Luck!

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P90X is not a scam. If you really think you can workout with ANY program and still eat all the cookies, ice cream, and pizza you want, then you are mistaken. The difference between P90X and other programs is that P90X is a GREAT program (incuding the eating portion) for getting strong and lean. Even if you do not follow the eating plan, you will benefit from the workouts. You definitely need to have some workout experience or at least some level of fitness to be able to complete the program. If you are coming straight off the couch, do not try to do more than what your body can handle. I loved this program. My brother did the P90X program also. He fully committed and had excellent results.

what about building up? I’m 47 and very slim will p90x build me up or should I stick the gym?

• John says:

  January 3, 2011 AT 6:31 pm

  It WILL build you up to some degree. You can tailor the program toward size or toning, though it is not a "body builder" program per se. I gained notable size in my arms, chest & shoulders, lost 2-3" in the waist (was already fairly thin) and toned up all over. For best results, you MUST follow the diet and probably need the protein supplements as well (to add muscle).

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Josh - one thing. I would recommend sticking with P90X over going on to P90X+. I found the plus was more for slimming down and cutting up then just the X. Less weight resistance with the plus version. I prefer more weight resistance to gain muscle size. Just my 2 cents.

Im a little guy like 5ft 5 and like 121 pounds and i was wondering if P90X will bulk me up some i tryed all sorts of things i drank mussel milk and lifted weights twice a day for 30 minuets each session and all i got out of that was some nice abs but that isn't what im after i want built up all around arms legs chest back the whole 9 yards. Should I get P90X or not?

• Jeff says:

  December 30, 2010 AT 7:55 am

  Josh - I am 5'5" and weigh 146 lbs. I would definately recommend P90X. I am 47 and used to compete in natural bodybuilding competitions when I was in my 20's. I was also a certified personal trainer and am currently a doctor of chiropractic so I have been involved with fitness for quite some time. I too have the same problem as you (although most women would kill for this problem). I have to work hard at gaining weight, particularly muscle weight. Many people overtrain and actually break down muscle tissue too much without enough rest and recouperation which is where you actually build size. P90X is one of the best things I have ever done. I am in better shape now in my late 40's than I have been in prior including size. Get it, follow it as close as possible, and make sure you are eating enough good food to give your body what it will need to take on a program like this. I found I was actually eating more (my body required it) and gaining more muscle while losing more body fat. Get it and don't look back. Good luck.

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p90 is a great program, i let myself get out of shape so I couldn't do all the workouts with 100% form so i stopped them before my form got bad and I hurt myself. I could barely get through 10 minutes of ab ripper. But the great thing was I still saw and felt results after 90 days. So I did another 90 days and found it so much easier and was able to get through most of it with limited breaks. I still wasn't happy with my performance and wanted to keep up 100% with the discs. That's my motivation , I am on my third go round and its amazing how easy the exercises are now compared to the first round. I am in construction and cant possibly measure my food or eat that little all day or I would pass out, but I used the nutrition plan as a general outline and tailored it to my needs and the results are great.

At 57, is P90X too much? I do the treadmill about 45 minutes a day and Ab work 4-5 days a week. Want to lose about 20 and redistribute the weight som.

• Henry says:

  December 29, 2010 AT 8:15 pm

  I don't think it will be too much at all. You can modify the moves that are too much, and as you get stronger, add them in. Good luck!!

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Don't worry about weight loss. If you look better and your clothes fit better you are winning. Stick to a high protein diet with complex carbs and low carbs and fat and you will see amazing results with P90x. Most people can not stick to a routine and this helps you do that. I train very hard and eat right but I gain muscle fast so I only lose a few pounds after 90 days but look like a different person. Good luck!

My husband and I are currently doing this plan and yes the workouts are hard, the yoga is brutal, we have yet to finish one yoga! The diet is actually doable. It's high protien but after atkins diet, this is nothing! You can still have fruit and dairy and plenty of veggies:) I would recommend it and get it on ebay.

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I am not really following the eating plan and am still losing weight a little. But the big difference is in the way my clothes fit. Clothes that were once tight now fit after 2 months. You have to be willing to really push yourself past what feels comfortable for it to work. The time commitment is a small thing if you have been working out. I ran for an hour 5 days a week this summer. Let's be honest, if you get in the car and go to the gym and get in a workout and come home, then the time commitment come out the same.

im about a month into the p90x programme annd i think its the best excerise regime that i have ever done. Can already see the results. Im not following a diet plan properly just watching what i eat and can see good results. Lovin the dvd. Different exercised every day so im not getting board at all. Would recommend it to anyone.

wife and I both went through program. Started in terrible shape. We ate good but not great and still had excellent results. Be ready to bring it!

Great information keep up the good work

I love P90X, P90X+ and the one on one I have been doing them for 5 years now and I am in better shape now at 50 than I was as a JO Swimmer I have always worked out I find if I don't I am not nice to be around ( just ask my husband) I don't do the eating plan. I do sometimes do Rev Abs and Instanity when I want something different. If you would like a change try them they are fun.

P90X is an awesome workout. You never get bored because of the muscle confusion aspect. A nice varity of workouts in one package. I have recommended it to everyone that I know. Its worth every penny..im doing P365X. Lol

I have worked out on and off for over 10 years now. But I was never in really GOOD shape. That is, until I tried P90X. I'm about 70 days into it (almost a grad! :) ). I love this workout. I have only lost 5lbs, but I was never overweight to begin with and I have muscle in places that I NEVER had muscle before (and remember muscle weighs more than fat). I follow the diet 90% of the time. If I have a serious craving for something bad, I'll go ahead and eat it (but I don't do that all the time, maybe once or twice a week). The thing is, you work out so hard, you really don't WANT to ruin it by eating bad food. Or at least, that's how it's worked for me. If you do this workout and follow the diet plan (for the most part) you will see amazing results! I was looking at my numbers (you can download free workout sheets on their website to track how many reps you do) today vs. how many I did when I first started. I was only doing about 10 push-ups on my knees. Now I can do about 15 with my legs straight on my toes. So I know I'm a lot stronger now. And for the most part, I don't think Tony is annoying. I think he's a great motivator. Anyway, P90X IS a huge commitment (my boyfriend and I get up every morning at 5AM to do it before work) but it does work if you commit to it.

I have worked out since being in the 9th grade. However, with age I had added some extra weight. No one would ever look at me a say - you're fat. Everybody said I looked in great shape. Purchased P90X, did it for three months, dropped 25 pounds, ended up with a six pack and was ripped. I am 53 years old. My kids were astounded - they purchased the program. My wife had similar results (not as much weight loss but she is 53 with a nice six pack). The workouts are fun. However, you must eat correctly. This certainly does not mean starving. I eat six meals a day. I just regulate how much at each meal. I did forgo the candy, soft drinks, and pizza for an entire year. But I feel much better.

I love the P90X workout, I was not in shape when I started, i couldn't keep up at first, actually i still can't do some of the moves but I modify it. In the first month I lost 3 inches. I didnt follow the diet they have, I just gave up junk food and soda, I lost 20 pounds. I feel great, look better and am happier. I would recommend P90 to everyone. It works

I completed p90x 2 years ago with great results but like others have said, you have to be dedicated. It's impossible NOT to lose weight and tone up if one is working out for at least an hour 6 days a week, counting calories, and eating healthy foods. But you have to stick to the plan...for some the eating part of the program is the most difficult. The nice thing about p90x is that I never got bored or sick of it, because the workouts were changed up so often. I would never have paid the $120+ for it, though...I got the entire program new on craigslist for $60.

Never tried p90x but whilst in america i heard allot of it and i am fit person able to run long distance but i can never get lean and rid of some fat on my body and currently weighing 205lbs which is about 28lbs off my ideal weight i am going to commit 90 days to the programme and eat perfect to the guide and i will update you all with my results and find out if it as good as they say. having watched some of the programmes it does look good but very intense.

I have a question and need some advise. My boyfriend is 38 and was just diagnosed with congestive heart failure. He is wanting to start p90x, but I am concerned for his health. Is this a program that will help him with his weight loss slowly and tone without causing damage to his heart?

• Ron says:

  December 4, 2010 AT 7:47 pm

  Jessica, Have him visit his Dr. with the program in hand, (His Dr. has probably already heard of the program). Let his Dr. give him the OK, as it can be intensive. Good luck to both of you!

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• Henry says:

  December 1, 2010 AT 9:52 am

  Jessica, I think P90x is a great program; I had only a few issues with it, and none are to do with it not working. As with any exercise program I'd ask his doctor first but you can modify every move of the workouts to suit your/his needs. Just have him work slowly and at his own pace. This will help him tone up and will take the weight off, but again, ask his doctor first! Hope this helps :)

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Everyone tells me P90x is amazing, and I can tell they have great results. going to give it a try soon.

hey thanks for the info. i looked it up on youtube and a lot of people lost weight from this program, but youre right, you have to be completely committed on this program to look like that. really appreciate your opinion.

does this program involve 1 hour workout or 1 hour workout plus 1 1/2 hour yoga exercizes?

• Henry says:

  November 9, 2010 AT 5:05 pm

  Both. There is a one hour workout per day, and one of the days is a 90 minute yoga routine.

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I've been doing P90X for 11 months now and have NOT been following the diet. I have lost 27 lbs and have seen magnificent results in my overall strength and fitness. To say if you do the workouts and not the diet you won't lose weight is not accurate. It is an amazing workout, but you do have to be committed. It is worth it!

Thanks! the information on this web site! it has been very informing, and I thank you because you were not asking for money to get an answer! The page was very helpful!!

• Henry says:

  November 3, 2010 AT 10:23 am

  I am glad it was helpful! Thanks for reading!

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Hey fellas, now i know a lot of you are starting up in p90x and are having questions and concerns about it. now im 20 ive been in worse shape ive got a terrible metabolism but i stay pretty active and even the first 3 weeks of p90x ive noticed toning starting to occur. im building abs im starting to see muscle connections and defenition and i just want to say to you lads and lasses stick with it!! its the best thing you can do for yourself keep coming back and pressing play this program is what nhlr's and mma fighters and professional swimmers use in offseason for crying out loud. no dont buy the suplements theyre crap, but dont not buy supplements they are KEY a good protein supplement can be recommended at a fitness shop but make sure you pick up a container of triglutamine as well it is very important for protein synthesis and muscle reconstruction!!! if anyone has any questions or anything hit me with an email its posted here remember fellas BRING IT make it X like >:) and your body is yours to sculpt however you want

I have read the comments posted on P90X. I am 2 1/2 weeks from completing my first 90 days. In regards to whether it works or not, of course it does. I have lost 27 lbs during this program, down to 184 lbs from 211 lbs. I am 5'11". You definitely are going to burn calories. Sure I ate better, but I did not follow the nutrition plan. What I love about this program is that I can trust the routines. I can trust that this is going to get me in good shape. I am a physician and also a personal trainer. What this program offers you in comparison to going to a gym is a regimen that will help you sculpt a strong and symmetrical physique. It is also very efficient. The one hour you spend during this workout is easily equivalent to 2 hours in a gym. There is no sitting down, no wasting time between sets or chatting it up with a buddy. There is also no guessing as to what workout you should do that day or how many sets and on what machines. This program forces you to do exercises that make you uncomfortable, the exercises that you might skip if at the gym. It is, in fact, these exercises that you do not like that will help you develop a complete level of fitness and not just a strong bench press. If you want to get in shape, just do it and stop reading about it. If you think this program is expensive, then you haven't checked out a decent gym membership fee.

I'm 6'1" and 155lbs. I have virtually no fat. I've always wanted to bulk up and gain like 20 to 30 lbs. But it seems that no matter what workout regimen i try i can never gain more than a few pounds. I've read alot of comments about p90x and i'm wondering if anyone can tell me if it will help me add some serious muscle. i'm ready to give it 110% dedication.

• Dan says:

  November 14, 2010 AT 8:28 am

  I'd kill for a long lean look. I am a truck. I would not worry about "packing on Mass" if you do this workout religiously your tone will change and you will be very happy without blowing money on all the extra protien. This thing works, and if you really lean into the Ab Ripper X routine, a man your build will see crazy results. Good luck.

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• alan says:

  October 10, 2010 AT 9:26 am

  the p90x program is a great way to develope muscle, but it is lean muscle which you are building. the workouts themselves burn so many calories that you would have to eat twice as much to sustain any muscle mass. my recomendation is to increase your daily protein intake. you being 6foot and 155, your body is probably designed to be lean and shredded. but that doesnt mean you cant pack on mass. there are many suggestions as to how much protien to consume. the popular method for mass building is to intake 2-3 grams of protein for each lb of body weight. also, and this is important, is to design your daily workouts to low sets or reps with heavier weight. example bench press 3 sets of 5 reps. this will build raw power and will definatly increase muscle size. GOOD LUCK!

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just a little fyi i got p90x from qvc on easy pay. i think it was 3 or 4 payments of $23 or something like that. if you don't want to throw down a big chunk of money thats an option. i went ahead and invested in p90x because i'm in the navy i went through some pretty tough and intense physical training to get a certain qualification. once i was done with the training i asked the instructor about it and to my surprise he said a lot of the stuff we did outside of the pool was plyometrics and that i could find simular work outs on p90x! now that the training is over i want to maintain the fitness i earned so i hope i can do that with this program.

I purchased the P90X with the thought of selling my home gym because I wanted to finish my basement. I have been working out for almost 30 years and have tried different methods of training through out the years. I have gone from very bulky to very lean muscle mass. This system works even if you do not follow the meal plan that is included. Common sense of avoiding high carb foods (processed foods and fast foods) will take you to the body you can maintain for life. Just watch what you eat and the weight will fall off. There is a common rule to shopping. By foods that on the outside of the isles and you will lose weight. P90X is a great and affordable way to stay in shape. To be completely ripped you have to train very hard. One more thing, flexing also adds to the illusion of being ripped from the relaxed pose. Dedication and discipline are the 2 major factors to getting in shape. P90X will make it fun and you can modify it to suit your energy level and ability. Drink lots of water and have one day to enjoy pop, beer and wings.

P90x is an extreme training system. People can and do lose weight with the program- and yes if they do it as directed, but it's geared to getting fit people fitter, faster, stronger not really "weight loss". Which includes exercise & nutrition. The effort involved stands true for just about anything in life- you can't paint a room unless you have paint, brushes and actually dip the brush and apply it to the wall, what "goal" doesn't involve specifics? The nutrition plan is especially important because it fuels the workouts- you cannot cut calories when training hard for risk of compromising your energy levels & safety. P90x is not a scam, it's effective and it's advertised as EXTREME. Not misleading at all. People see what they want to see; a lot of people want the results but hesitant to do the work.

I have a friend that orderd p90x, and within 3 to 4 months he has lost over 50 pounds. He loves it! He feels great, and looks good.