Are you struggling to take that remote and press play? Maybe you need some extra support, or have some unanswered questions. Maybe you just need someone to hold you accountable with your actions and decisions towards your fitness and nutrition goals. Whatever the case,
WE ARE HERE FOR YOU!Before we get started, I wanted to let you know I started my first round of Insanity on Sunday, Nov. 18th, 2012.
You may stumble upon some bumps in the road, just as I did, but always keep pushing forward. No matter how many barricades you come across, never give up. Failure isn't falling down. Failure isn't getting back up. So get on your feet, press play, BRING IT, and Dig Deeper!
I want to know, are you ready to get committed for the next 30, 60, or 90 days of your life? Hold on, don't stop there, keep going, think about that ultimate beach body you've always wanted. Join us, and we will get you there!
So again, why should you join this group you ask? Because motivation and accountability are essential to getting you to where you want to be. Sharing your experiences in a thread like this will not only help motivate, but inspire you as well through your fitness journey.
Exercise + Nutrition + Motivation = SUCCESS.Now, are you ready to do this? Are you ready to commit to the next 90 days of your life of a life changing event? Come and join in, I guarantee you will not be disappointed. I will help you get there!
Before you begin, here are a few items for you to review.
EquipmentDumbbells: You can begin with the standard dumbbells from Wal-Mart or any other retailers all the way to the Bowflex Select-Tech 552 dumbbells. Powerblocks are also an option. However, I personally like to use the standard dumbbells that I find at my local Wal-Mart.
Resistance Bands: These are an affordable alternative to Dumbbells. These allow for easier storage. Better for on the go. Don’t go cheap on these. Buy quality bands to avoid breakage such as the bands you can find on Team Beachbody.
Chin-Up Bar: You can find these at Wal-Mart, Amazon, etc.
In addition for p90x2:Medicine Balls: Two 4 pound medicine balls should suffice. You have the option of using other balls, such as basketballs, but once you use the medicine ball you may want to stick with it.
Stability Ball: 55 or 65cm depending on your size. 5'0” to 5'7”, 55, and 5'8” to 6'3”, 65. Other sizes are available for people out of those ranges. These are available at practically any store out there.
Foam Roller: Assists with relief of muscle and joint pain. Many varieties available out there. Have seen these sold on the Beachbody site or anywhere online that sells yoga or exercise equipment.
OptionalPush Up Bars: Totally optional. Some of you may experience some wrist pain from the push ups. If you do, the bars will eliminate that. These can be found at Wal-Mart or Amazon. The Power Stands are also available through Team Beachbody.
Yoga Mat: All retailers have these. Just need something for a little cushion.
Yoga Blocks: If you are not the most flexible, these will assist you in your stretches. On the other side of things, if you are very flexible, the blocks will help enhance some of your stretches.
Additional Nutritional SupplementsShakeology: ‘The Healthiest Meal of the Day’. One glass a day of this delivers ultra-premium nutrition and contains numerous super foods. Replace one meal a day with Shakeology to increase energy, reduce cravings, lose weight, and improve digestion. It’s only 150 calories and tastes great. Flavors include Chocolate, Strawberry and Greenberry. There are many recipes out there as well to change things up. Interested in trying this? Message me and we can talk about sending you a free sample.
Whey Protein: You may find that you may need to add this supplement in order to get the protein you need in some of the phases in the P90X nutrition. Whey protein use is helpful before and after exercise to help refuel recovering muscles. This can be purchased through Beachbody or at numerous retailers.
Recovery drink: Tony and Shaun T talk about this constantly. It really is an important part of your post workout nutrition. It provides the carbs and protein your body needs for recovery. It will help to eliminate soreness and muscle fatigue. Make sure the carb:protein ratio is 4:1 like the P90X Results and Recovery Formula.
NutritionYour nutrition is not to be ignored, as it play a vital role in your fitness journey. Read through your P90X guide that was provided with your DVD kit. Feel free to share any tips and recipes you may have on this thread to help others. For many, this can be a very challenging part of your fitness journey. If you have any questions in the general area, please feel free to send me a message, or post it on this thread.
Water - Drink your water. You should drink anywhere from 8 to 10 (8 oz/250 ml) glasses per day. Water will help replenish and hydrate your body, especially through intense workout programs such as P90X, Insanity, and TurboFire.
Vegetables and Fruits - Getting the nutrients your body needs will not only give you a more enjoyable life, but will prevent any health issues from occuring such as Type 2 Diabetes, Heart Disease, High Blood Pressure, etc. These nutrients are also building blocks to your success in the results you are looking to find.
Avoid Junk Food - Junk food will not help you get the results you want. Junk foods such as Ice Cream, Pizza, Hamburgers, Chocolate Bars, etc., are all high in fat, sugar, sodium, etc., which can cause a lot of health issues.
GoalsUse the SMART Acronym
S = Specific. Not ‘I want to lose some weight’. Instead, how about ‘ I want to lose 15 pounds’.
M = Measureable. Make sure the goal you set is something you can easily measure and accomplish.
A = Attainable. Make sure the goal you are setting is realistic. Don’t go too easy, just make sure it is something within your reach in a 90 day time frame.
R = Realistic. Keep it real. Make sure it is attainable. Make sure it is challenging.
T = Time Limited. We’ve already made that one easy. 90 DAYS!
Before You StartTake before and after photos. The P90X guide explains this in full detail. Make sure you get front shots, side shots, back shots and muscle flexing shots. You want to make sure you can visually see your progress. You will also take shots during days 30, 60, and 90.
Take measurements as outlined in your guide. This will provide you with additional information on your progress.
Take the fit test associated with your program and write it down. This is essential in judging your fitness level and tracking improvement.
After You Have StartedTrack your progress. Use the worksheets to track reps, weights, and write down whether you need to increase or decrease weights.
Below is a link to the Workout Worksheets.
Workout WorksheetsTracking Your NutritionKeeping a journal of when and what you eat will help keep track of all your calories, protein, carbs, fats, etc. MyFitnessPal, Livestrong, etc. all will provide assistance for you. All of the apps sync to their particular websites so that you have everything well documented. Calorie count is critical for your goals and is emphasized in all of the Beachbody nutrition books. Log your meals and see if you are where you need to be. These programs can also be very helpful when eating out in order to find out if the food you are ordering falls into the guidelines of the fitness program.
Well – that about sums it up. Lots of information here. Feel free to contact me with any questions that you have.
Who is with me? Let’s do this! BRING IT!Disclaimer:
All information contained within this thread, the testimonials, and posts are for informational purposes only. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health problem – nor are they intended to replace the advice of a physician or qualified healthcare professional.No action should be taken solely on the contents of this thread. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional on any matters regarding your health or on any opinions expressed within this website, especially before attempting the P90X.The information provided within this thread are believed to be accurate based on the best judgment of the authors but the reader is responsible for consulting with their own health professional on any matters raised within.Healthcare information changes rapidly. Therefore, some information within this thread, including but limited to testimonials or blog posts, may be out of date or even possibly inaccurate and erroneous.Please see your physician before changing your diet, starting an exercise program, or taking any supplements of any kind.Any and all product names referenced within this thread, testimonials, or blog posts are copyrighted and trademarked by their respective owners. None of these owners have sponsored, authorized, endorsed, or approved this website, videos, testimonials, or blog.Always read all information provided by the manufacturers’ product labels before using their products. Neither this thread nor the authors of testimonials, or blog posts are responsible for claims made by product manufacturers.The statements made within this thread, testimonials, or blog posts have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. 
Answer
javax.portlet.title.56S 
© 2013 Beachbody, LLC.