First Instructions

Hello fellow P90Xers-

This is going to be an intense journey, but it will be well worth it in the end. I’m so glad you’ve jumped on board to not only keep me motivated, but each other. So, here are all the details:

I have set-up this blog specifically for this group. I will set each of you up as a publisher, so you can add posts, pictures, comments, etc. This will be the main source of communication and tracking of our progress. Let me know if you have problems with the blog.

I have the program DVDs. I will burn each of you the DVDs (yeah, it’s illegal, but it also saves you some serious dough). I am asking that each of you send me $20 to cover the cost of the DVDs, cases and shipping (and the time to burn all of these for you). Email me for my home address.

You are responsible for purchasing (if you do not already have it) the following:

-One set of dumbbells (not too light or too heavy… you use these a lot in the arm routines. I use 10 lbs.)

-Resistant band (the actual program calls for a pull-up bar, but you can use the resistant band instead)

*You can easily find these items at a sporting store such as Dicks, Sports Authority, or Big 5. I have also seen them at Target. Try to get these ASAP so we can get going as soon as you receive the DVDs.

We need to decide on the start day (a Monday, so our rest day is Sunday). I’m open to any suggestions. We can start as soon as everyone has their DVDs and equipment (I’m pushing for Oct. 20^th). I think it will be easier to have everyone on the same schedule, that way we can blog about the same workouts at the same time.

There are two programs you can follow within P90X: the LEAN program and the CLASSIC. The difference? The LEAN program focuses on weight loss and toning (not bulking). The CLASSIC program focuses more on weight lifting, toning, bulking and weight loss. My guess is that girls will like the lean, and the boys will like the classic. Just follow the program calendar, or bounce back and forth between the lean and classic. It’s entirely up to you as to what program you choose.

There are a few DVDs in the program (i.e. Yoga, cardio) that may not push you as hard as you want. If you want to opt out of the DVD for that day and go running or go to a more intense yoga class, feel free, just try and stay within the targeted/scheduled workout for that day.

Lastly, in the program, they encourage everyone to take before-and-after photos, weight and measurements. If you’re daring enough to post pics, feel free. It will be exciting to see how everyone evolves after 90 days.

I’m also trying to brainstorm an incentive for the person who does the program 100% for 90 days. I’m open to any ideas.

Any additional questions or concerns you have, please post them on the blog (I’m sure some will have the same questions). Thanks again for joining the club!