Comments on: P90X Exercise Program Tips – How to Find the Time to Workout http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/ Click here for a complete 90 day P90X review plus results of the P90X fitness workout and weight loss program by Beachbody. Fri, 29 Jul 2011 01:56:47 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: Tyler http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/#comment-43436 Tyler Tue, 15 Mar 2011 21:44:16 +0000 http://www.fatlossblogger.com/?p=296#comment-43436 I have tried to start P90x before and i made it through about a week. What is a good way to get the motivation to keep consistent and actually start it? I have tried to start P90x before and i made it through about a week. What is a good way to get the motivation to keep consistent and actually start it?

]]> By: Melody http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/#comment-32181 Melody Tue, 26 Oct 2010 19:26:43 +0000 http://www.fatlossblogger.com/?p=296#comment-32181 I want to start P90X this Saturday, October 30, 2010. I want to do it in the mornings when I get up at 5:00 a.m. But I am confused about having to drink so many water 2 hours before or 30 minutes before when I just wake up at 5:00 and want to start right then. Will I feel too exhausted that I won't want to go to work, I sit at a desk all day, don't want to fall out of my chair? :-) Also, should I drink the Shakeology drink before I exercise? I would appreciate any advice on this because I am exctied and anxious to start. I want to start P90X this Saturday, October 30, 2010. I want to do it in the mornings when I get up at 5:00 a.m. But I am confused about having to drink so many water 2 hours before or 30 minutes before when I just wake up at 5:00 and want to start right then. Will I feel too exhausted that I won’t want to go to work, I sit at a desk all day, don’t want to fall out of my chair? :-) Also, should I drink the Shakeology drink before I exercise? I would appreciate any advice on this because I am exctied and anxious to start.

]]> By: David http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/#comment-25289 David Tue, 10 Aug 2010 20:11:49 +0000 http://www.fatlossblogger.com/?p=296#comment-25289 P90X works ... Its that simple. If ya want to change your life totally commit to 90 days and you'll never look back!! P90X works … Its that simple. If ya want to change your life totally commit to 90 days and you’ll never look back!!

]]> By: Brandi http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/#comment-23849 Brandi Tue, 06 Jul 2010 01:20:07 +0000 http://www.fatlossblogger.com/?p=296#comment-23849 Trisha, if you have 45 days free to do it, then do it. I'll bet the rest of the days somehow take care of themselves once you are into it. Trisha, if you have 45 days free to do it, then do it. I’ll bet the rest of the days somehow take care of themselves once you are into it.

]]> By: Trisha http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/#comment-23367 Trisha Fri, 25 Jun 2010 02:48:40 +0000 http://www.fatlossblogger.com/?p=296#comment-23367 I know there are a ton of posts about finding time (which ='s lazy if I complain about it), but I already get up at 5 am to be in work by 6. I get done at 4, but I have 2 young children (4 and 10 weeks) to care for until my husband gets home about 9. Not to mention, work @ home to complete for the next day. I really want to do this, but NEED to fit it in...any suggestions???? I am on maternity leave now, so I will be able to fit the first 45 days in just fine. However, I don't want to start something that I can't finish! I know there are a ton of posts about finding time (which =’s lazy if I complain about it), but I already get up at 5 am to be in work by 6. I get done at 4, but I have 2 young children (4 and 10 weeks) to care for until my husband gets home about 9. Not to mention, work @ home to complete for the next day.

I really want to do this, but NEED to fit it in…any suggestions???? I am on maternity leave now, so I will be able to fit the first 45 days in just fine. However, I don’t want to start something that I can’t finish!

]]> By: P90X http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/#comment-22476 P90X Thu, 03 Jun 2010 03:11:24 +0000 http://www.fatlossblogger.com/?p=296#comment-22476 I am starting my work-out this coming Sunday. I am a strict vegan and a little worried about having enough carbs/calories. Are there any other P90X vegans out there? What “diet” are you using? I am starting my work-out this coming Sunday. I am a strict vegan and a little worried about having enough carbs/calories. Are there any other P90X vegans out there? What “diet” are you using?

]]> By: Emily http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/#comment-22366 Emily Mon, 31 May 2010 20:54:53 +0000 http://www.fatlossblogger.com/?p=296#comment-22366 I am starting my work-out this coming Sunday. I am a strict vegan and a little worried about having enough carbs/calories. Are there any other P90X vegans out there? What "diet" are you using? I am starting my work-out this coming Sunday. I am a strict vegan and a little worried about having enough carbs/calories. Are there any other P90X vegans out there? What “diet” are you using?

]]> By: Dave http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/#comment-20340 Dave Sat, 10 Apr 2010 03:59:12 +0000 http://www.fatlossblogger.com/?p=296#comment-20340 I am 65 years old and about 30 lbs over weight. My knees are sore when walking, however, I play ice hockey in the winter and rollerblade in the summer (4-5 days/wk). I am on a low-carb/sugar/salt/fat diet (lost 45 lbs so far). Are there any of you that are 65 and older participating in this? Am I just kidding myself??? I am 65 years old and about 30 lbs over weight. My knees are sore when walking, however, I play ice hockey in the winter and rollerblade in the summer (4-5 days/wk). I am on a low-carb/sugar/salt/fat diet (lost 45 lbs so far). Are there any of you that are 65 and older participating in this? Am I just kidding myself???

]]> By: crystal http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/#comment-20249 crystal Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:08:15 +0000 http://www.fatlossblogger.com/?p=296#comment-20249 P90x has done wonders for me. i started at 145 lbs and now weigh 130 lbs. i have stayed here for about 2 weeks though. i did do my own diet plan because i have four children and a husband to feed. i try to limit my calories to 1200-1400 a day. i do eat a lot of fruit. i now have muscles that i have never had. i went from a size 11 to a size 6. i am in phase 2 the end of the first week. i did have to take a break for 1 week do to remodeling the house and no time. if you can have a spouse or friend work out with you it will keep you more motivated. stay bringing it and you will see the results!! oh the equipment wont cost more than about $40. i bought a pull up bar $20 i had some 5lb and 15lb weights and i had bands but thats all you will need. if you don't have any weights and you are a female a recommend 10lb weights. eat healthy guys!!! P90x has done wonders for me. i started at 145 lbs and now weigh 130 lbs. i have stayed here for about 2 weeks though. i did do my own diet plan because i have four children and a husband to feed. i try to limit my calories to 1200-1400 a day. i do eat a lot of fruit. i now have muscles that i have never had. i went from a size 11 to a size 6. i am in phase 2 the end of the first week. i did have to take a break for 1 week do to remodeling the house and no time. if you can have a spouse or friend work out with you it will keep you more motivated. stay bringing it and you will see the results!! oh the equipment wont cost more than about $40. i bought a pull up bar $20 i had some 5lb and 15lb weights and i had bands but thats all you will need. if you don’t have any weights and you are a female a recommend 10lb weights. eat healthy guys!!!

]]> By: rob http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/#comment-19986 rob Wed, 31 Mar 2010 18:32:39 +0000 http://www.fatlossblogger.com/?p=296#comment-19986 I've been a strict vegan for 6 years now. I've been a rock climber, soccer player, cyclist and all around active person while being vegan. I've never had problems with lack of protein, calories, etc. I'm now on the 4th week of p90x and the only thing I've changed about my diet is adding a soy protein drink after I do the p90x workout. Often I'll have soccer practice/game or a climbing session the same day as a p90x workout, and I'm definitely feeling hungry more often, but i don't feel like I'm missing calories or protein. If you feel hungry, eat, it's pretty simple. Just make sure you are getting your b12 and I would recommend a multi (which you should be taking anyways). Interesting that I just stumbled on this blog and saw your comment. Good luck with it! I’ve been a strict vegan for 6 years now. I’ve been a rock climber, soccer player, cyclist and all around active person while being vegan. I’ve never had problems with lack of protein, calories, etc. I’m now on the 4th week of p90x and the only thing I’ve changed about my diet is adding a soy protein drink after I do the p90x workout.

Often I’ll have soccer practice/game or a climbing session the same day as a p90x workout, and I’m definitely feeling hungry more often, but i don’t feel like I’m missing calories or protein. If you feel hungry, eat, it’s pretty simple. Just make sure you are getting your b12 and I would recommend a multi (which you should be taking anyways). Interesting that I just stumbled on this blog and saw your comment. Good luck with it!

]]> By: Reannan http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/#comment-19960 Reannan Wed, 31 Mar 2010 02:02:42 +0000 http://www.fatlossblogger.com/?p=296#comment-19960 I am starting my work-out this coming Sunday. I am a strict vegan and a little worried about having enough carbs/calories. Are there any other P90X vegans out there? What "diet" are you using? I am starting my work-out this coming Sunday. I am a strict vegan and a little worried about having enough carbs/calories. Are there any other P90X vegans out there? What “diet” are you using?

]]> By: envirogirl http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/#comment-19230 envirogirl Sat, 06 Mar 2010 21:04:27 +0000 http://www.fatlossblogger.com/?p=296#comment-19230 For those I you that are not so stoked about following the nutritional guide that comes with P90X, I'm with you. HOWEVER, I agree with Christine that you need to follow the guidelines about the content of your foods, not necessarily the actual foods they suggest. I'm a vegetarian and therefore have to work harder to get my protein; i drink whey protein drinks and eat protein bars for my snacks, nuts, beans, etc. And for Polly, I'm not sure if she said her age or not, but age is a factor whenever you're talking about metabolism and how many calories you'll burn a day. You know your body better than anyone else and you probably have a great idea of what you need to eat daily in order to maintain and/or lose. You also should really be watching your heart rate monitors! If you're not achieving your target heart rates and staying there for the right amount of time, you'll have a much more difficult time burning the calories. I have 8-10 lbs I wish to lose and I KNOW that I cannot have as many calories as it says I should. Remember that for every 3500 calories you burn over what you eat, you lose approximately one pound but that also goes in the reverse, intake 3500 calories more than you burn, well you know the drill....good luck everyone! Btw, my daughter and I are on day 8, I LOVE it :-) I'm planning on doing doubles for phase II and the time constraints are really all about priority...how badly do you want it? For those I you that are not so stoked about following the nutritional guide that comes with P90X, I’m with you. HOWEVER, I agree with Christine that you need to follow the guidelines about the content of your foods, not necessarily the actual foods they suggest. I’m a vegetarian and therefore have to work harder to get my protein; i drink whey protein drinks and eat protein bars for my snacks, nuts, beans, etc. And for Polly, I’m not sure if she said her age or not, but age is a factor whenever you’re talking about metabolism and how many calories you’ll burn a day. You know your body better than anyone else and you probably have a great idea of what you need to eat daily in order to maintain and/or lose. You also should really be watching your heart rate monitors! If you’re not achieving your target heart rates and staying there for the right amount of time, you’ll have a much more difficult time burning the calories. I have 8-10 lbs I wish to lose and I KNOW that I cannot have as many calories as it says I should. Remember that for every 3500 calories you burn over what you eat, you lose approximately one pound but that also goes in the reverse, intake 3500 calories more than you burn, well you know the drill….good luck everyone! Btw, my daughter and I are on day 8, I LOVE it :-) I’m planning on doing doubles for phase II and the time constraints are really all about priority…how badly do you want it?

]]> By: Christine http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/#comment-19076 Christine Mon, 01 Mar 2010 17:36:31 +0000 http://www.fatlossblogger.com/?p=296#comment-19076 Those that say the nutrition program was difficult, really never took the time to look into it. My b/f and I are in week 5 of the program and have been following the nutrition program to a T since day one. We have quit smoking and quit drinking! When we first looked at the nutritional program, it was very overwhelming at first. I hated all the example meals they provided in the book and felt really discouraged. But then, I just looked at what the meal guidelines were and went from there. For example, we are in phase 2 where we take in nor more then 2400 calories daily with each meal being no more then 600 calories with 12 gr of fat. It should consist of 6 proteins, 2 dairies, one fruit, 3 veggies, 1 fat, 3 cards, 1.5 condiments and your single and double snack. The easiest way to do the nutrition is to creat meals you like and stay within the guidelines. Just make them under 600 calories and under 12 g of fat. create a daily chart where you write down what you eat to ensure you do not go OVER any of the allowances. For example, todays meals/snacks for us are as follows: Breakfast: 1 whole wheat english muffin w/turkey sausage, 1 slice fat free cheese and 1/2 cup plain cheerios. Snack: 6oz cup fat free yogurt Lunch: Turkey meat and lettuce on whole wheat bread, 1 serving carrots, 1 Sargento reduced fat cheese stick Snack: Banana Dinner: Lean Pork Chops in crock pot w/sauce (has soy, brown sugar, garlic...) grilled asparagus and brown rice Get creative, search websites for low fat/low calorie meals. IT CAN BE DONE. The first week is the hardest. It's is VERY hard to go without common ever day foods (burgers, pizza, hotdogs, chips...) Commit to this program and it will work. At the end of week 4 I have lost 10lbs and my bf about 14lbs. Those that say the nutrition program was difficult, really never took the time to look into it. My b/f and I are in week 5 of the program and have been following the nutrition program to a T since day one. We have quit smoking and quit drinking! When we first looked at the nutritional program, it was very overwhelming at first. I hated all the example meals they provided in the book and felt really discouraged. But then, I just looked at what the meal guidelines were and went from there.

For example, we are in phase 2 where we take in nor more then 2400 calories daily with each meal being no more then 600 calories with 12 gr of fat. It should consist of 6 proteins, 2 dairies, one fruit, 3 veggies, 1 fat, 3 cards, 1.5 condiments and your single and double snack.

The easiest way to do the nutrition is to creat meals you like and stay within the guidelines. Just make them under 600 calories and under 12 g of fat. create a daily chart where you write down what you eat to ensure you do not go OVER any of the allowances.

For example, todays meals/snacks for us are as follows:

Breakfast: 1 whole wheat english muffin w/turkey sausage, 1 slice fat free cheese and 1/2 cup plain cheerios.

Snack: 6oz cup fat free yogurt

Lunch: Turkey meat and lettuce on whole wheat bread, 1 serving carrots, 1 Sargento reduced fat cheese stick

Snack: Banana

Dinner: Lean Pork Chops in crock pot w/sauce (has soy, brown sugar, garlic…) grilled asparagus and brown rice

Get creative, search websites for low fat/low calorie meals. IT CAN BE DONE.

The first week is the hardest. It’s is VERY hard to go without common ever day foods (burgers, pizza, hotdogs, chips…)

Commit to this program and it will work. At the end of week 4 I have lost 10lbs and my bf about 14lbs.

]]> By: Natalie NC http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/#comment-18934 Natalie NC Thu, 25 Feb 2010 03:32:39 +0000 http://www.fatlossblogger.com/?p=296#comment-18934 I am on Day 2 of p90x and so far it is great. I am doing it with a neighbor and we are getting ready for bathing suit season. We both have 2 yr old children, and need to lose the baby weight. Not much weight, but we need to tone up the jigglies..... This workout should definately work, and we will be ready in 13 weeks. Just in time for spring. I am on Day 2 of p90x and so far it is great. I am doing it with a neighbor and we are getting ready for bathing suit season. We both have 2 yr old children, and need to lose the baby weight. Not much weight, but we need to tone up the jigglies…..

This workout should definately work, and we will be ready in 13 weeks. Just in time for spring.

]]> By: Will http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/#comment-18647 Will Wed, 17 Feb 2010 03:17:39 +0000 http://www.fatlossblogger.com/?p=296#comment-18647 My partner and I started this, and on my side, it's kicking my butt. I love that its really challenging... and the best part is that you can actually feel everything getting worked. Even though i have a hard time with some of the work outs, I still hang in there, even if i have to pause and take a breather, i get it done no matter what. so. i like it. When I'm done, it leaves me feeling really confident, with a sense of accomplishment for the day. i love it My partner and I started this, and on my side, it’s kicking my butt. I love that its really challenging… and the best part is that you can actually feel everything getting worked. Even though i have a hard time with some of the work outs, I still hang in there, even if i have to pause and take a breather, i get it done no matter what. so. i like it. When I’m done, it leaves me feeling really confident, with a sense of accomplishment for the day. i love it

]]> By: Candice Burgess http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/#comment-18500 Candice Burgess Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:15:10 +0000 http://www.fatlossblogger.com/?p=296#comment-18500 I bought p90x about a year ago and have done it off and on over the year. My problem is I work a physically hard job cleaning houses (2 a day). So when I get home I am beat. Plus I find when I do stick to p90x for an extended period of time I stay exhausted and sore so it makes it very difficult to do my everyday job. Any suggestions? I bought p90x about a year ago and have done it off and on over the year. My problem is I work a physically hard job cleaning houses (2 a day). So when I get home I am beat. Plus I find when I do stick to p90x for an extended period of time I stay exhausted and sore so it makes it very difficult to do my everyday job. Any suggestions?

]]> By: Danae http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/#comment-18455 Danae Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:59:58 +0000 http://www.fatlossblogger.com/?p=296#comment-18455 I really enjoyed this blog because it is SO true. I just started P90X and I have found it incredibly difficult to find the time to workout on top of being a full-time student with an internship. Cutting back on TV time is something I really learned. It's a little tough considering my internship involves me to watch TV, but I try to minimize it to just that and catch up on TV online when I have the free time to do it. Becoming a morning person is something I haven't quite learned yet but I definitely need to start doing that because I find myself having to do the workouts around 10 or 11 at night! Thanks for the advice! I really enjoyed this blog because it is SO true. I just started P90X and I have found it incredibly difficult to find the time to workout on top of being a full-time student with an internship. Cutting back on TV time is something I really learned. It’s a little tough considering my internship involves me to watch TV, but I try to minimize it to just that and catch up on TV online when I have the free time to do it. Becoming a morning person is something I haven’t quite learned yet but I definitely need to start doing that because I find myself having to do the workouts around 10 or 11 at night! Thanks for the advice!

]]> By: Chris http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/#comment-18451 Chris Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:12:55 +0000 http://www.fatlossblogger.com/?p=296#comment-18451 I think everyone should read this article. Seriously, cut out all excuses! I think everyone should read this article. Seriously, cut out all excuses!

]]> By: Christine http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/#comment-18135 Christine Sun, 31 Jan 2010 07:03:51 +0000 http://www.fatlossblogger.com/?p=296#comment-18135 Hi everyone! Glad to hear about the great results! I'm a soon to be 43 year old single mom. I've been athletic all my life and have muscle, but I've never been 'cut' - something I've always wanted to be. I have been watching the infomercials about the p90x over and over and want to do it, but a couple of things are holding me back. While I love to lift and walk/run or do the eliptical, I've never been a fan of yoga or kick boxing or things like that. Is it hard to do and for those of you who weren't into that kind of workout either, did you eventually come to like it? Secondly, how much home equipment do you need? I can get the pull up bar (but prefer the gravitron that is at the gym!), but I went and priced the free weights at our local sporting goods store and OUCH! Expensive! Aside from buying the program, how much more equipment do you need to invest in? Congrats to all -- motivate me to get this already!!! LOL! Hi everyone! Glad to hear about the great results! I’m a soon to be 43 year old single mom. I’ve been athletic all my life and have muscle, but I’ve never been ‘cut’ – something I’ve always wanted to be. I have been watching the infomercials about the p90x over and over and want to do it, but a couple of things are holding me back. While I love to lift and walk/run or do the eliptical, I’ve never been a fan of yoga or kick boxing or things like that. Is it hard to do and for those of you who weren’t into that kind of workout either, did you eventually come to like it? Secondly, how much home equipment do you need? I can get the pull up bar (but prefer the gravitron that is at the gym!), but I went and priced the free weights at our local sporting goods store and OUCH! Expensive! Aside from buying the program, how much more equipment do you need to invest in? Congrats to all — motivate me to get this already!!! LOL!

]]> By: Angie http://www.fatlossblogger.com/p90x-exercise-program-tips-how-to-find-the-time-to-workout/#comment-17817 Angie Mon, 25 Jan 2010 23:31:27 +0000 http://www.fatlossblogger.com/?p=296#comment-17817 I am finishing up week three and I am seeing some results. As far as the weight gain, I initially gained a few pounds and am staying there, or have lost a pound of it I think. Initially I have lost 170 lbs over the last few years so at the moment I am 137 lbs-was 135 when I started. i mainly have loose skin to tighten and muscles to develop. I am hoping to lose the ab fat and saggy belly...we shall see. The earlier posts are right. I doubt that 600 calories are burned in most of these workouts. I usually just eat if I am hungry but I keep each eating time around 200-300 calories. Whey protein shakes help with the energy and off-set the carbs I have been craving. I am guessing that I am losing weight at the same time building muscle so that would explain the hold on actual weight loss from the scales. My clothes are fitting better too so that is a plus. Just keep it up as I will too. I am finishing up week three and I am seeing some results. As far as the weight gain, I initially gained a few pounds and am staying there, or have lost a pound of it I think. Initially I have lost 170 lbs over the last few years so at the moment I am 137 lbs-was 135 when I started. i mainly have loose skin to tighten and muscles to develop. I am hoping to lose the ab fat and saggy belly…we shall see. The earlier posts are right. I doubt that 600 calories are burned in most of these workouts. I usually just eat if I am hungry but I keep each eating time around 200-300 calories. Whey protein shakes help with the energy and off-set the carbs I have been craving. I am guessing that I am losing weight at the same time building muscle so that would explain the hold on actual weight loss from the scales. My clothes are fitting better too so that is a plus. Just keep it up as I will too.

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