P90 workout - Questions and comments

[NeonNinja]

We all start somewhere. Be proud of yourself for making the commitment to improve your life.

Echo this.

These systems work well if you can stick with it and eat healthy enough.

 

[tomson75]

If your friend was in good shape already and "used" HCG to get down to 5% then he's juicing his *** off. The whole idea behind the HCG diet is stupid and most of the weight loss comes from eating 500 calories a day and at that point you're just stripping as much muscle mass as fat so it's pointless. It would be great though if you want to feel completely terrible for a month or two.

Getting in shape is 60% diet and 40% exercise. There is no magic cure, it's hard and that's why most people aren't in shape, because it actually requires putting forth effort. If you eat sensibly and bust your *** 4x a week you'll see results in no time at your bf level.

He's probably juicing.

 

[CowboyMcCoy]

lol! Nice. I like that.


Day 2 went down real well. I got all the way through that workout. It was hard, being so dang out of shape, but I was glad that I didn't quit and I didn't pause it one time.

The Ab Ripper 100 was really nice too. I've done AB Ripper X before and while I always liked it there were a few moves in that one that I simply couldn't do in any way. They were just far to advanced for a guy whose simply never been a workout guy.

Ab ripper 100 I was able to do all 10 moves to at least some degree and feel it working. That was a fantastic feeling.

I haven't worked out in two days. I feel flabby. This post, sir, just motivated me to go throw a load of laundry and hit the gym. I'm done for the day.

 

[Bill Wooten]

lol! Nice. I like that.


Day 2 went down real well. I got all the way through that workout. It was hard, being so dang out of shape, but I was glad that I didn't quit and I didn't pause it one time.

The Ab Ripper 100 was really nice too. I've done AB Ripper X before and while I always liked it there were a few moves in that one that I simply couldn't do in any way. They were just far to advanced for a guy whose simply never been a workout guy.

Ab ripper 100 I was able to do all 10 moves to at least some degree and feel it working. That was a fantastic feeling.

Keep up the good work. I totally agree on Ab Ripper 100 & 200. Never liked Ab Ripper X.

 

[TellerMorrow34]

Yesterday I finished day 3. I was very proud of it, most proud I've been in the early going, because its the workout I did Monday and wasn't able to finish. Last night I finished the entire workout and was able to do at least a few reps of every last set. I was very pleased with that.

I'm only on day 4 of this but I can tell you that sleeping better, eating better, and getting these workouts in I already feel noticably better. I'm in a better mood all day long, I don't feel as tired or cranky. Just 4 days and it's made a world of difference in my attitude. That's something I think we all over look when it comes to doing these things. Those little extras like how your attitude is because you just feel better.


Another positive that I've had that I was expecting. I've been a HUGE soda drinker. Always have been. Usually when I'd get into working out in the past, and cut the sodas out, I'd have a week long caffeine headache that just sucked so bad. I really wasn't looking forward to that this time.

But...I haven't had a single soda since Saturday and I've not had one headache. I don't know if it's the multivitamins I am actually taking this time around, which I've never taken before. So that's been a major plus as well.

 

[CowboyMcCoy]

Yesterday I finished day 3. I was very proud of it, most proud I've been in the early going, because its the workout I did Monday and wasn't able to finish. Last night I finished the entire workout and was able to do at least a few reps of every last set. I was very pleased with that.

I'm only on day 4 of this but I can tell you that sleeping better, eating better, and getting these workouts in I already feel noticably better. I'm in a better mood all day long, I don't feel as tired or cranky. Just 4 days and it's made a world of difference in my attitude. That's something I think we all over look when it comes to doing these things. Those little extras like how your attitude is because you just feel better.


Another positive that I've had that I was expecting. I've been a HUGE soda drinker. Always have been. Usually when I'd get into working out in the past, and cut the sodas out, I'd have a week long caffeine headache that just sucked so bad. I really wasn't looking forward to that this time.

But...I haven't had a single soda since Saturday and I've not had one headache. I don't know if it's the multivitamins I am actually taking this time around, which I've never taken before. So that's been a major plus as well.

Stay off the sodas. Drink water or tea, like green tea (which is supposed to speed up your metabolism). It sounds like you're definitely on the right track. The hard part is going to be consistency. But don't make excuses. Go.

 

[TellerMorrow34]

Stay off the sodas. Drink water or tea, like green tea (which is supposed to speed up your metabolism). It sounds like you're definitely on the right track. The hard part is going to be consistency. But don't make excuses. Go.

Oh yeah that's the hardest part for sure but I'm liking how it's going so we'll see if I can keep my positive attitude on it.

Sodas are definately out now. I only drink water and tea and I'll occassionally have a small glass of milk or something but not very often. In fact I've had nothing but water and tea since Sunday.

 

[Aikmaniac]

Way to go BraveHeart!

I'm starting P90X myself next week. Should have the chin up bar tomorrow. I'll check-in this thread now and then.

 

[NeonNinja]

Oh yeah that's the hardest part for sure but I'm liking how it's going so we'll see if I can keep my positive attitude on it.

Sodas are definately out now. I only drink water and tea and I'll occassionally have a small glass of milk or something but not very often. In fact I've had nothing but water and tea since Sunday.

Keep up the good work, sir.

 

[TellerMorrow34]

Keep up the good work, sir.

Thank you.

I got through Day 4 just fine as well. It was a really good workout and I enjoyed it. I'm loving the Ab Ripper 100. I just love it.


I do have a question on multivitamins though. I have ones I'm taking now that I got at GNC. I know they're doing their job but man you have to take like 8 pills every morning. That's what 1 package of pills is each day. Plus their 1 month supply is like 60 bucks!

I've been looking at the Activit Multivitamin on Beachbody (has anyone here ever taken it) and I believe I'll switch to that one after this first month if for no other reason than it's much, much, much cheaper.

A 2 month supply of their multivitamin is 30 dollars. 30 dollars for 2 months as opposed to 120 at GNC!!!! Crazy.

 

[TellerMorrow34]

Also any help or information on quality multivitamins would be greatly appreciated or any other supplement suggestions that you've all got. I'm open to any help.

 

[Aikmaniac]

I've been looking at the Activit Multivitamin on Beachbody (has anyone here ever taken it) and I believe I'll switch to that one after this first month if for no other reason than it's much, much, much cheaper.

A 2 month supply of their multivitamin is 30 dollars. 30 dollars for 2 months as opposed to 120 at GNC!!!! Crazy.

I'm taking Activit. Will report on how it goes.

 

[Idgit]

Also any help or information on quality multivitamins would be greatly appreciated or any other supplement suggestions that you've all got. I'm open to any help.

Don't know a tone about MV options, but Nature Made is the brand I always go with, and I've heard its the best brand for major-market vitamin products.

 

[TellerMorrow34]

Don't know a tone about MV options, but Nature Made is the brand I always go with, and I've heard its the best brand for major-market vitamin products.

I was just reading reviews and looking things up and Nature Made Multi Complete, a once a day capsule, gives me all the vitamins in one soft gell, rather than multiple pills, and at Walmart is less than 10 bucks. As opposed to the 60 I spent on the GNC stuff.

So, yeah, I'll be switching to this for sure. It's much more cost effective and much easier to take. That's a winning combination for me.

Thanks for the help.

 

[gmoney112]

Thank you.

I got through Day 4 just fine as well. It was a really good workout and I enjoyed it. I'm loving the Ab Ripper 100. I just love it.


I do have a question on multivitamins though. I have ones I'm taking now that I got at GNC. I know they're doing their job but man you have to take like 8 pills every morning. That's what 1 package of pills is each day. Plus their 1 month supply is like 60 bucks!

I've been looking at the Activit Multivitamin on Beachbody (has anyone here ever taken it) and I believe I'll switch to that one after this first month if for no other reason than it's much, much, much cheaper.

A 2 month supply of their multivitamin is 30 dollars. 30 dollars for 2 months as opposed to 120 at GNC!!!! Crazy.

I guess I'll chime in here.

Don't buy anything at GNC. Ever. They literally mark up random things about 200% or have a store employee tell you a type of creatine will "get you huge" so you pay more. It's stupid. No vitamin is worth 60$ a month and there is no difference in creatine as long as it's a good quality and you take enough of it.

If you need protein/vitamins get them on the internet. Bodybuilding.com and Nutraplanet.com are reasonably priced and i've bought tons of stuff from both places. If you browse the forums occasionally you can usually find some good deals on protein too.

I take a vitamin called Orange Triad. Search for it. It's got good forms of most vitamins, an actual quality joint/flex formula, a digestion complex, and various forms of antioxidants. AOR Ortho Core is widely regarded as the best multi along with Life Extension but they're pricy. Orange Triad is 30$ for 45 days, but all you really need is half a dose, unless you have joint problems. So 30$ for 90 days. The joint complex alone was worth it for squat day.

 

[Wimbo]

Yeah, don't get duped into paying a lot for a multivitamin. Ideally, you eat well enough so that you don't need a MV. However, most of us don't eat that well, so taking a MV is like a safety net to make sure you get what you need. Your body ends up peeing out most of it (which is why your pee is extra yellow after taking vitamins... it's the excess B vitamins being cleared out.)

Definitely take one, but save your money... There is no magic to expensive stuff. Buy a name you recognize & can get cheaply (like Centrum) and you will be fine. Sure, there may be better vitamins out there. However, the additional benefit over your basic Centrum is negligible. Remember - you are already getting most of your nutrients through the food you eat. This is just a safety net to prevent you from becoming deficient in one area.

 

[TellerMorrow34]

I guess I'll chime in here.

Don't buy anything at GNC. Ever. They literally mark up random things about 200% or have a store employee tell you a type of creatine will "get you huge" so you pay more. It's stupid. No vitamin is worth 60$ a month and there is no difference in creatine as long as it's a good quality and you take enough of it.

If you need protein/vitamins get them on the internet. Bodybuilding.com and Nutraplanet.com are reasonably priced and i've bought tons of stuff from both places. If you browse the forums occasionally you can usually find some good deals on protein too.

I take a vitamin called Orange Triad. Search for it. It's got good forms of most vitamins, an actual quality joint/flex formula, a digestion complex, and various forms of antioxidants. AOR Ortho Core is widely regarded as the best multi along with Life Extension but they're pricy. Orange Triad is 30$ for 45 days, but all you really need is half a dose, unless you have joint problems. So 30$ for 90 days. The joint complex alone was worth it for squat day.

Yeah, don't get duped into paying a lot for a multivitamin. Ideally, you eat well enough so that you don't need a MV. However, most of us don't eat that well, so taking a MV is like a safety net to make sure you get what you need. Your body ends up peeing out most of it (which is why your pee is extra yellow after taking vitamins... it's the excess B vitamins being cleared out.)

Definitely take one, but save your money... There is no magic to expensive stuff. Buy a name you recognize & can get cheaply (like Centrum) and you will be fine. Sure, there may be better vitamins out there. However, the additional benefit over your basic Centrum is negligible. Remember - you are already getting most of your nutrients through the food you eat. This is just a safety net to prevent you from becoming deficient in one area.

Thanks folks. THat's quality information there and I appreciate it. That's very helpful. Thank you.

 

[Wimbo]

If you browse the forums occasionally you can usually find some good deals on protein too.

Sam's Club sells EAS Protein very cheap. Decent brand. 5 pound bag (58 servings) for less than $40.00.

 

[gmoney112]

Sam's Club sells EAS Protein very cheap. Decent brand. 5 pound bag (58 servings) for less than $40.00.

Yeah I've actually bought that before(have a Sam's club membership, love that place). It's not bad. Protein is protein for the most part unless you're having digestive problems or something. I've been lifting for a few years and need a lot of cals/proteins for my metabolism so I usually go with better tasting stuff since I drink about 3-4 scoops a day(breakfast/post workout). Just a preference.

An example of a deal I got online around New Years was three 5 pound jugs of a good protein brand for about 26$ each. That'd normally run me about 120$ so it's worth checking for deals before you buy imo.

 

[TellerMorrow34]

Yeah I've actually bought that before(have a Sam's club membership, love that place). It's not bad. Protein is protein for the most part unless you're having digestive problems or something. I've been lifting for a few years and need a lot of cals/proteins for my metabolism so I usually go with better tasting stuff since I drink about 3-4 scoops a day(breakfast/post workout). Just a preference.

An example of a deal I got online around New Years was three 5 pound jugs of a good protein brand for about 26$ each. That'd normally run me about 120$ so it's worth checking for deals before you buy imo.

I've used EAS before and it's pretty good. There are several brands of protein that I like and could use.