Insanity: (Workout)

[High_flier]

Just did the fitness test (sore). Starting Day 1 tomorrow. Ive done crossfit before and this is intense, definitely an advanced workout for veterans out there. What I like about Insanity is that the exercises are more athletic type instead of being aerobatic class type from the P90X. My goal is to lose 8- 15 lbs. Ive been stuck 185 lb but Ive lost inches in my waist.

My friend is on day 10 and Ive seen his results...

[jaloosk]

I 'acquired' this over Demonoid a while back. I WATCHED the intro, and it was tiring. I haven't had the balls to actually try any of the workouts yet.

[JVP]

A couple of my friends have been trying it. I haven't been monitoring their progress but they seems pretty happy with the results.

[kabob]

I know it sounds backwards, but when I get into some really good shape, I think I'm going to pick up this or P90X to really blow up my fitness levels as I move deeper into my 30s.

[morbidjester]

You're much better off with weight training followed by at least 20 minutes of cardio for 60 days...

[kabob]

I pretty much don't have a choice. I can't lift heavy weights as I risk damaging my dialysis access graft in my left arm. I'm already hitting that limit so I'm going to have to look for new ways to continue to grow.

[lionfire]

Have fun. I may attempt this after I finish this round of P90X.

[SEr-T_to_GTS]

Originally Posted by kabob

I know it sounds backwards, but when I get into some really good shape, I think I'm going to pick up this or P90X to really blow up my fitness levels as I move deeper into my 30s.

P90x was definently a challenge to me. As long as your not looking to be jay cutler( the bodybuilder) like then this would be great.

[bondja]

I'm currently on p90x and I enjoy because I'm seeing fast results. Insanity is also a very nice program I've looked into to start after p90x. I started out being a little out of shape, I was 5'9 at 149 pounds. Now I'm at 160 pounds at week 9. The trick is not only to do the workout but to live/eat a healthy lifestyle.

[3genGT]

I can definitely vouch for Insanity. I have it on my laptop. When I first started it, the fitness test almost made me throw up. I finished the entire 60 day program and got rid of any extra fat around my midsection. Not too much shed though since I didn't have much to begin with. I chose not to follow the nutrition plan(which would probably have made a much larger impact if I did). My sister was also on Insanity at the same time, and she still to this day works out every morning repeating the MAX Workouts on a loop. She is probably on day 80 or so. She is A LOT more toned than she used to be before she started it. Do not expect to lift any weights with this program though, it's mostly cardio.

[spydermn]

*looks like crossfit light*

[pp_e]

i will definitely be doing Insanity after p90x. I think everyone should consider that these work outs work great for people on the go. People who dont have to hit the gym and then cardio after wards. I feel like p90x is training my body to do the right things....almost like its getting me into shape. after i get into shape...i step up to the next level of fitness. bulk and strength training. just my thoughts.... i see too many people who try to dive into these work outs just to bail out because they are so difficult. Its a process and every one is different therefore require change and tweeks to every work out.

[SidIsOnFire]

So I completed my first go around of Insanity and it was pretty intense. I had read in reviews that people with knee problems should stay away from the program. I've had knee problems in the past - three right knee dislocations, but I was still able to get through the program without any problems. I just bought a pair of basketball shoes which helped cushion all the jumping involved in Insanity. Overall, Insanity is awesome for those looking to tone up without the use of weights.

[lionfire]

Congrats man! I'm starting my first round this Monday the 24th. I'm going to put some stuff on my youtube channel about it as I go. Should be awesome!

[Daniel Shawfe]

Awe, I really want to get the DVD set but I'm not able to afford it at the moment...
Any similar things that are cheaper?

[SidIsOnFire]

Originally Posted by Daniel Shawfe

Awe, I really want to get the DVD set but I'm not able to afford it at the moment...
Any similar things that are cheaper?

Check out Craigslist and Amazon. However, watch out for fake copies. Good luck.

[SidIsOnFire]

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[Loco]

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Decided to check this out. Day 1, got sore and got my ass beat. Literally after the fit test was over, I was laying on the floor (unable to do the finishing cooldown)... just waiting to get a heart attack so I would just stop feeling sick .

Just finished Day 2. The Plymetrics Cardio Circuit.. it was somehwere around 40 minutes. I was able to keep up with everyone until it got down to the low 20s. Then I had to go at my own pace. But wow.... it has to be crazy to see all the guys go shirtless because I almost did the same. My t-shirt is soaked and probably weights a good 10lbs right now.

[pp_e]

Originally Posted by Loco

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Decided to check this out. Day 1, got sore and got my ass beat. Literally after the fit test was over, I was laying on the floor (unable to do the finishing cooldown)... just waiting to get a heart attack so I would just stop feeling sick .

Just finished Day 2. The Plymetrics Cardio Circuit.. it was somehwere around 40 minutes. I was able to keep up with everyone until it got down to the low 20s. Then I had to go at my own pace. But wow.... it has to be crazy to see all the guys go shirtless because I almost did the same. My t-shirt is soaked and probably weights a good 10lbs right now.

kick some ass man, i still have a hard time finishing every Insanity work out.

[RicoSmooth]

I want the dvd so badd . hurry up and fail so you can sell it to me Just kiddin' man. Good luck with it! Keep us posted

[grfft3r]

I just started on this too... It's ridiculously tough. That's putting it lightly. But I'm doing it with P90x so it's like a hybrid sched. GL to you.

What that guy Shawn keeps saying "Keep pushing!"

[SidIsOnFire]

Dig deeper!!

Shawn T is the man.

[Loco]

Day 3. Started out sore.. shit, been sore for the best 3 days but today, my ankles and shin where not having any part of it.

I believe this 3rd day was like 35 minutes or so. First 1/3, started out strong but had to stop and stretch for the last 5 seconds of each excerise. 2/3 I started to push myself until I couldnt do anything anymore. I could barely push myself off the floor so I had to call it quits about 10 minutes left.

Again, even with my sore muscles and not going 100%... I still sweated my ass off. My entire front shirt is see-thru due to my sweat but I feel great.

So far, I am actually fond of this workout. Ive tried p90x, thai-bo or whatever and this is my favorite. I have never sweated this much from a workout. They all worked, dont get me wrong but maybe its because I am not a cardio person.. I have always been a lifter. But yea... Shawn T is the man. He just has a way to push you

[Loco]

Originally Posted by pp_e

kick some ass man, i still have a hard time finishing every Insanity work out.

thx . You still doing it?

Originally Posted by RicoSmooth

I want the dvd so badd . hurry up and fail so you can sell it to me Just kiddin' man. Good luck with it! Keep us posted

Naw, didnt buy it. I "found" Insanity in a long road of the street called Net in Chicago, just laying on the ground

[pp_e]

i do it sporadically... I really enjoy running, so i pick a random dvd every week and just do it. I dont have a set plan im following, but i do try and push hard to finish the max interval plyo. i still leave about 10min on the table and i swear one day i will do it all the way thru.

[grfft3r]

When my thighs/heels burn like crazy it's usually like 2 seconds left in the count, someday I'll keep up with them. I feel better when I see those guys in the video pause too.

[Cuddleykitten]

anyone doing the FAST AND FURIOUS 20 min work out??? im bout to start it

[SidIsOnFire]

Nope, haven't yet tried The Asylum workouts. Let us know what you think about it.

[grfft3r]

I haven't finished the original Insanity yet. So maybe around spring next year I'll try Asylum.
Keep us posted though if you start on it.

[Cuddleykitten]

ive done p90x like twice....that was before i got prego and well i just wanted something different...right now im doing zumba on the xbox and ab ripper x every other day...but im hopefully gonna start fast and furious soon. my copy is in storage so im gettin a copy from a fellow 3ger =)

[pp_e]

its fun, but you need to be in really good shape. p90x has got nothing on insanity. but its mostly cardio...

[metalranger33]

going to start day one tomorrow 5'7 220lbs lets see what 60days can do

[jaloosk]

yeah baby

[JermTheElf]

I'm starting today.. Why not. It's tough for me to go to the gym everyday. So I'm going to do this, but supplement it with going to the gym when I can. I'll lift and do that stuff at the gym, but I'll use this for all my cardio.

Good luck metal ranger.

5' 9" 205lbs. I think I'm at 16% or 17% body fat.

[ToqirM]

I'm thinking about starting this too. I'm 6'0" and 180 right now. I want to burn all my fat and get ripped. My normal at home workout is at least 100 push ups a day.

[RicoSmooth]

Y'all should burn me some CD's

[ToqirM]

Originally Posted by RicoSmooth

Y'all should burn me some CD's

I might take you up on that offer. What do I get in return though?

[SpDyF5]

My friend is actually burning me a copy. I should be starting next week. 6 feet tall, and yesterday I weighed 188 at the gym.

[RicoSmooth]

Originally Posted by ToqirM

I might take you up on that offer. What do I get in return though?

a box of krispy kreme doughnuts!

[grfft3r]

GL guys! I'm on my 3rd week.

My first run was mixed with P90x, but this time I'm doing the full Insanity 60 day sched.

[ToqirM]

Originally Posted by RicoSmooth

a box of krispy kreme doughnuts!

Hahah That defeats the purpose of burning fat. I'm not a cop yet so I'm not on my doughnut grind.

[ToqirM]

Originally Posted by grfft3r

GL guys! I'm on my 3rd week.

My first run was mixed with P90x, but this time I'm doing the full Insanity 60 day sched.

How is it? Are you seeing or getting any results yet?

[RicoSmooth]

Originally Posted by ToqirM

Hahah That defeats the purpose of burning fat. I'm not a cop yet so I'm not on my doughnut grind.

I'm not a officer yet either but I'm warming up. But If you do get to burning cd's definitely burn a copy for me. I'll find something in return

[grfft3r]

Metabolism is so ridiculous now and I did lost weight. I got comments from friends. The best part is the mid section is coming to shape. All P90x did was my back, shoulders, biceps and tris and some pecs.

Insanity will shrink you my sweat drops like beads and I'm drenched every single workout. My cardio has greatly improved. I'm playing in a basketball league at my work and I'm in the whole game and I feel like I could go for another game after.

[ToqirM]

Originally Posted by RicoSmooth

I'm not a officer yet either but I'm warming up. But If you do get to burning cd's definitely burn a copy for me. I'll find something in return

Yeah no problem bro. I got you. It's gonna be about 8gigs of CDs so I might just throw it on to a flashdrive instead.

[ToqirM]

Originally Posted by grfft3r

Metabolism is so ridiculous now and I did lost weight. I got comments from friends. The best part is the mid section is coming to shape. All P90x did was my back, shoulders, biceps and tris and some pecs.

Insanity will shrink you my sweat drops like beads and I'm drenched every single workout. My cardio has greatly improved. I'm playing in a basketball league at my work and I'm in the whole game and I feel like I could go for another game after.

Damn double posts... But that sounds good. I'm usually skeptical about these types of things, so I like to hear feedback before trying. Thanks. I hope to get good results from this.

[RicoSmooth]

Originally Posted by ToqirM

Yeah no problem bro. I got you. It's gonna be about 8gigs of CDs so I might just throw it on to a flashdrive instead.

cool cool. When you have it ready just let me know so I can give the address to you. I really appreciate it

[metalranger33]

my god I didnt think i was that bad of shape but I truly am. around the 15 min mark after only doing 1/2 of everything i almost passed out...now put me outside and i can run 3 mins at 10mins a mile non stop, but this was insane (thus insanity) i can barely move my legs...was it fun, yes, but i need a lot of work 59 days to go...i promise i will not move tommarow lol

[ToqirM]

I'm syncing the entire Insanity workout into my Ipad 2 right now. Going to watch over the videos to see the workouts so I don't fall out of place when I start. Sunday is the day I'm going to start just to be able to keep better track of the schedule.

[grfft3r]

Originally Posted by metalranger33

my god I didnt think i was that bad of shape but I truly am. around the 15 min mark after only doing 1/2 of everything i almost passed out...now put me outside and i can run 3 mins at 10mins a mile non stop, but this was insane (thus insanity) i can barely move my legs...was it fun, yes, but i need a lot of work 59 days to go...i promise i will not move tommarow lol

That's how I felt when I started since I was coming from P90x. I told myself nah, this'll be cake. Boy was I wrong! Just stay with it. You'll see the improvements.

[JermTheElf]

Just finished the fit test, I'm impressed at how challenging the fit test alone was. Glad I started. It's nice that they give you that calendar, makes you really want to cross everything off

[ToqirM]

Originally Posted by JermTheElf

Just finished the fit test, I'm impressed at how challenging the fit test alone was. Glad I started. It's nice that they give you that calendar, makes you really want to cross everything off

I still need to get on that. I've been putting it off, I don't have the motivation right now.

[JermTheElf]

Start the fit test, it's motivating.

[ToqirM]

Originally Posted by JermTheElf

Start the fit test, it's motivating.

I was planning to do it yesterday, but can't even find the motivation to do even the fit test. More so, I need the space as well because I can't jump in my basement without banging my head on the ceiling.

[malachi]

OMG, i laughed my ass off at the end of the vid, dude in the back was not even moving his feet!!!!!




now something like this, its not really going to build muscle? just completely burn fat, right?

i mean, im sure it will build up those "odd" muscles, but most of that stuff looks like what i do when i play with my 6 year old, PLUS having to hold her up from hitting the ground most of the time.



on a side note. i probly couldnt do 1 min of that crazy ness.

[JermTheElf]

It doesn't do any bulking, but it will tone, and it will define. What it does best is work stabilizing muscles which is what I need. I have joint problems, I've had shoulder surgery, tore my labrum; have a small tear in m rotator cuff in the left shoulder, also tore my ulnar lateral ligament in my elbow last summer fracturing the bone too. Exercises like this help me a lot to build up my stability in the joints which is awesome, while toning everything else. I'm going to supplement it with hard swimming workouts and occasional lifting.

[grfft3r]

It is cardio on steriods! And all that Jerm said. You'll love the vids coz there's a lot of camel toes .

[SpDyF5]

Originally Posted by ToqirM

I was planning to do it yesterday, but can't even find the motivation to do even the fit test. More so, I need the space as well because I can't jump in my basement without banging my head on the ceiling.

x2

My head is almost hitting the ceiling just standing... and im only 5'11 I shall start Insanity tomorrow.

[SidIsOnFire]

I love the feeling of having more more "hop" to my step because of Insanity. You have to try it out to get what I mean.

[JermTheElf]

Ya absolutely. I've been a goalie for soccer my whole life but haven't played in two years because of my injuries. I can't wait to feel agile again