Edit: How much space does it take up? I'm wondering if I can tuck it into a closet when I'm done exercising.
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Beachbody Workouts |OT| Gaf Does P90/X/X2, Insanity/Asylum, T-25 and More!
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Edit: How much space does it take up? I'm wondering if I can tuck it into a closet when I'm done exercising.
The Mana Legend
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So I just tried a Whey protein shake after a workout. It tasted delicious! I feel so energized!
And is light tingling in the hands a bad thing? Because that's what I've been feeling since I drank it, hahaha. Is it normal when you're first starting out on a Whey protein schedule?
And is light tingling in the hands a bad thing? Because that's what I've been feeling since I drank it, hahaha. Is it normal when you're first starting out on a Whey protein schedule?
Harry Potter
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Damn, that's scary man. Glad you're ok.
Probably related to the workout and not the shake.
The Mana Legend
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But I've never had this feeling in my workouts before.
Maybe it's my body just reacting to getting back into exercising after months of laziness. Or it's just a combination of everything, hahaha.
Goodacre0081
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actually, you should notice improvements week after week. I noticed a dramatic difference in my balance the first week and more gradual improvement in endurance/strength down the line.
you'll probably feel a difference before seeing it.
What brand protein powder are you using?
obijkenobi
Member
Depends on the one you buy. Just google/amazon around and see if you find one with cost/physical dimensions that are appealing to you.
It's good that your body is adjusting, but you might want to up your weights/bands. A bit of soreness is a good sign, IMO.2nd week of Phase 2.
No soreness after Chest, Shoulder, Triceps, and no soreness after Back & Biceps.
I miss DOMS
LanceVance
Member
Hi GAF been following this thread for a while and finally got on p90x yesterday. I have come to the conclusion that I have terrible legs. My god they burned after plyometrics today. Not really following the diet but making sure I just eat healthy with lots of protein.
My conclusion is that if you stick with the program, you'll have awesome legs in a few months. Good luck!
Warrior_Keoni
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Don't forget a few body squats here and there.
I concur with LaneDS.
Probably the biggest difference in my body after my first round was in my legs. Huge improvement.
The Mana Legend
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Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey
I just had another shake after my workout an hour and a half ago and didn't get the tingly feeling, so I guess it was just some weird moment last night, haha.
Finished Day 6 of P90! The workout is easy, but I am glad I am doing this before P90x. It gives me a good sweat each day, which is what I am looking for at the moment. I'm not looking for anything intense yet.
LanceVance
Member
Definitely sticking with it, only done 2 days but really liking it so far. It's very motivating.
I've decided to drop the P90x workouts for a while and actually go through the 60 days of Insanity instead of using it as part of a hybrid. P90X has gotten boring or maybe just stale, so I have to move away from it before I start to dread the routine. I'm going to use Saturdays as pull-up days so I don't lose as much progress with those.
After Insanity I'm going to move on to P90X2 and finish that before the new year.( Should be close anyway). I'll probably search around for a good hybrid after finishing X2.
Body Beast is a slight maybe for 2013, but I don't want to lose my cardiovascular strength and I really doubt they do much with that, so it's probably not for me.
Today is day three of Insanity.
After Insanity I'm going to move on to P90X2 and finish that before the new year.( Should be close anyway). I'll probably search around for a good hybrid after finishing X2.
Body Beast is a slight maybe for 2013, but I don't want to lose my cardiovascular strength and I really doubt they do much with that, so it's probably not for me.
Today is day three of Insanity.
Jugendstil
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This is my nightmare and why I ended up switching to dumbbells for P90. I just don't trust don't trust those bands. I'm glad you survived reasonably unscathed.
So I was doing reverse grip bent over rows in the back & biceps video and a felt a twinge in my lower back. It was enough to make me stop the work out. I'm 29 and I've never had an injury before, what would be my recommended course of action? I'm not in agony but I'm definately feeling something still.
I went through P90X a month ago and got great results without really focusing on my diet (besides cutting obvious crap like soda, going out for lunch at work, sugary cereal, etc.)
I'm starting a second run through and I don't think I eat enough food during the day. Here's what I eat, what can I add?
I don't think this is a great diet but it is really easy. Besides dinner, nothing takes any prep time at all. The problem is that I am so hungry in the afternoon and I'll occasionally eat something in the office, all of which is terrible (muffins, bagels, candy). Is this the right thread to ask for advice?
I'm starting a second run through and I don't think I eat enough food during the day. Here's what I eat, what can I add?
7AM: Bowl of Kashi Go Lean Cereal with Skim Milk
11AM: Clif Builder Bar
12PM: Fage 2% Greek Yogurt
3PM: Cheese stick
6PM: Raw Almonds or TJ's Turkey Jerky
7PM: (workout)
8:30PM: Dinner, varies but lean protein and veggies.
11AM: Clif Builder Bar
12PM: Fage 2% Greek Yogurt
3PM: Cheese stick
6PM: Raw Almonds or TJ's Turkey Jerky
7PM: (workout)
8:30PM: Dinner, varies but lean protein and veggies.
I don't think this is a great diet but it is really easy. Besides dinner, nothing takes any prep time at all. The problem is that I am so hungry in the afternoon and I'll occasionally eat something in the office, all of which is terrible (muffins, bagels, candy). Is this the right thread to ask for advice?
Goodacre0081
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I wouldn't risk it. I have had many back problems from work and last year during my first p90x round i tweaked my back and had to stop for 4-5 days. I say don't decide on anything until you wake up tomorrow and get a good idea what your back feel like.
wow, nice call on the goggles. I would rather run the risk of dropping a dumbbell on my toe rather than a band failure.
I don't feel like mathing out your calories but I think the problem is what you're putting into your mouth, not how much (though that may be a problem too). Most of that stuff is super quick to digest. I'd recommend trying to get more fats into your diet or slower digesting foods in earlier in the day (protein, fibrous vegetables, etc.). I'd also recommend reading this article: Why Does Breakfast Make Me Hungry?.
BeautifulMemory
Member
Go see a doctor. Back is something I would not take slightly
SteveMeister
Hang out with Steve.
Eggs, lots of eggs. Eat 3 eggs instead of that bowl of cereal. Also, skim milk is pretty much carbs & not much protein. If you're going to drink milk, get whole milk.
Cliff builder bars are tasty, but I ONLY eat them when I'm going on a long kayak trip. They are for quick energy (lots of carbs) and a little protein to sustain. You can do better for a mid morning snack.
But yeah, eggs are a superfood, eat 'em up. And they're extremely versatile & relatively inexpensive.
Oof. Had to bail halfway through plyocide tonight. Was super exhausted all day, work was very demanding, and even though I was doing great with tonight's workout (did 17 jack in the box knee tucks during the allotted time!) I hit a point where I was both light-headed/dizzy and also nauseous, so I opted to call it. Oh well.
Weighed in at my lowest this morning, 186.8 lbs, but really need to get my diet in check to lower my BF% 5-10% more (I'm at 20% according to a recent health screen).
Weighed in at my lowest this morning, 186.8 lbs, but really need to get my diet in check to lower my BF% 5-10% more (I'm at 20% according to a recent health screen).
Starting tomorrow on power 90, feeling to much like a weakling to do p90x (cant do proper push ups). So my idea was first to either complete power 90, or switch over at day 60 or so.
I allready lost weight from around 95kg to 80 kg by diet and 3 times a week running.
Hoping to lose a few additional kilo (im 1.88m tall), and build some muscle.
I was also wondering, could i replace the cardio workout with running (especically since its nice weather now, and in few minutes walk im at the beach and forest). Of course after running doing the abs excersise.
I allready lost weight from around 95kg to 80 kg by diet and 3 times a week running.
Hoping to lose a few additional kilo (im 1.88m tall), and build some muscle.
I was also wondering, could i replace the cardio workout with running (especically since its nice weather now, and in few minutes walk im at the beach and forest). Of course after running doing the abs excersise.
BeautifulMemory
Member
You will most likely be done with p90 around day 60 or 70. Good choice
I'd try cardio first. It's not long, and since if it's too easy you can abandon it completely. See how it feels.
BeautifulMemory
Member
Oke thanks, yes i will definately try out the cardio routine first, and see how much it will make me sweat
If you are pretty in shape already then just jump into 3-4 cardio. 1-2 can be too easy
Harry Potter
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No more Mickey D's!
FollowSmoke
Member
First P90X today. My goal was to push as hard as I could all the way through and I did. Light-headed and wanting to blow chunks afterwards, but that's cool. Feels like football practice used to feel. Little weirded out gassing so hard, but I think it might be because I'm a week into keto. Anyway, just finished my whey with almond milk.
Can't wait for tomorrow.
Can't wait for tomorrow.
BeautifulMemory
Member
You must check in after tomorrow. Plyo is everyone's favorite rite of passage
The Mana Legend
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Shit, I just remembered tomorrow is a rest day.
Do I really have to do a rest day? My body feels fine and the P90 will be over quicker without it!
Do I really have to do a rest day? My body feels fine and the P90 will be over quicker without it!
BeautifulMemory
Member
Does it get easy for you now?
I say take it off and go do something relaxing or fun. Just make it a habit. Also, your body grows the most when it's a rest
daemissary
Member
I would recommend either a 2nd cup of greek yogurt or a protein shake...or both and drop the cheese stick.
Rest or stretch. Your body will thank you for it.
The Mana Legend
Banned
Okay, I guess I'm going to sleep in tomorrow!
Should I still take my Whey Protein shake anyways?
Should I still take my Whey Protein shake anyways?
Harry Potter
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Yes, I still take it on off days.
Aye. Me too.
BeautifulMemory
Member
Me 3!
Jugendstil
Member
I wouldn't cut out cardio entirely. It's not going to be super exhausting if you already run regularly, but it will definitely improve your flexibility. I know mine has improved a lot. The yoga portion seemed especially tough at first but I know I've improved since I started a month ago. Yoga will help build upper body strength too - downward dog is no joke if you've never done yoga before. Maybe consider alternating cardio and running, or, if you are really ambitious, go for a quick jog after you warm up by doing cardio.
It's always exhausting, but my form has improved dramatically and I've been constantly performing better than the last time.
Ugh, yer right. Day 1 of quality eating starts tomorrow.
In bed early tonight, which is another thing I need to focus on.
Culebra 64
Member
Almost finished week three. Been pushing harder, and really feeling it.
Yoga, Core, and Stretching galore next week. Looking forward to Phase 2.
Yoga, Core, and Stretching galore next week. Looking forward to Phase 2.
Just did my first p90 sculpt 1-2, it really made me sweat so guess that is good. Im using the red resistance band, is that a good one to start? Also im have a little bit difficulty where to press my foot on it, because i want the good resistance (not to little, not to much), any tricks or guidelines for this?
For push ups, im doing them on my knees for now, hope i can improve in a few weeks and do proper push ups.
Also, im going for my first proteine drink ever, hope i like it (going mix it with skim milk)
For push ups, im doing them on my knees for now, hope i can improve in a few weeks and do proper push ups.
Thanks for the advies, im doing tomorrow my first cario 1-2 training so see how it goes, it uses other musscles than running as you said, maybe il just jog on my rest day or replace one. And if i feel good enough run after it (maybe a smaller lap).
Also, im going for my first proteine drink ever, hope i like it (going mix it with skim milk)
Goodacre0081
Member
The Mana Legend
Banned
wear these!
Yes, for the love of god, wear these. Or some form of glasses.
I used resistance bands one time without goggles, and the handle slipped off from the band. The band slapped me really hard in the side of the face and was about 1 inch of destroying my eye.
I've used weights since then.
wear these!
Yes! Take it from me (recently had my band snap on me), you want eye protection. Heavy duty plastic glasses or goggles that cover your eyes and the area immediately surrounding your eyes. If I hadn't been wearing eye protection who knows, I may not be able to see now (when my band snapped on me, the plastic handle slapped my glasses pretty hard). Be safe!
Edit: Maybe suggesting protective eyewear ought to be incorporated into the OP for those using bands?
Harry Potter
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ummmmmmm ok
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