Getting Started With P90X

The P90X is a breakout revolutionary workout program containing 12 sweat-inducing, muscle-pumping workouts designed to transform your body from a regular guy into a ripped one in just 90 days.

Your personal trainer (and the developer of the workout program) Tony Horton shall be with you and keep you engaged every step of the way.

The system also contains a comprehensive 3-phase nutrition plan, specially designed supplement options, a detailed fitness guide, a calendar to track your progress, online peer support and so much more.

Effective

The P90X system’s secret is an advanced training technique called “muscle confusion”. It is a technique that accelerates the results by constantly introducing new moves and routines that “confuse” the muscle groups and keep on building up instead of leveling into a plateau.

If you want to bulk up, get lean by losing weight, or just plain want to get ripped, there is an endless variety of ways to mix and match the P90X routines. Not only would it make you a new exercise routine, it shall keep you motivated as well for the next 90 days.

Aside from the total package of training materials, the following equipments and materials (including food and supplements) are what you need to get started with P90X training and weight-loss system.

Pull-up /chin up bar

This is a necessary equipment for routines that specify some pull ups/chin ups. Some fitness companies have them at around $45 plus shipping. It can mount at any standard size doorway.

Yoga mat & blocks

A yoga mat is needed for yoga routines, Ab Ripper X, and some other workouts. A poor mat can hurt your tailbone while squatting on the hard floor.

The yoga blocks help keep your balance while holding certain poses.

Dumbbells and resistance bands

Resistance bands can be used in place of dumbbells all throughout the P90X workout program.

Heart rate monitor/body fat tester/push-up stand

This is for gauging the intensity and your progress on your workouts. These equipments are available in most sporting goods store.

Body fat tester can give an accurate reading of your body fat all throughout the program.
The stands take all the pressure off your wrists.

Food supplements

There are several supplements needed by the body right after the exercises and at certain times of the day when you need them most.

The P90X Recovery Drink was designed to provide the precise nutrients to achieve maximum results from your P90X workouts. The key to success in P9X exercises is in proper post workout nutrition.

You would also need 6 pills daily of P90X Health Formula Vitamins. It has immune support, and support for energy, cardiovascular, memory and nerves, anti-aging and anti-stress as well as for skin, hair and nails.

Because P90X demands so much from your body, you need to fill yourself up with enough protein. Protein is a key part in your first 30 days doing P90X. The best protein source is Whey Protein Powder.

The P90X Nutrition Guide calls for performance bars during the first 60 days of your exercise program. You can find some flavor you like from specialty food stores.

Now, you are on your way to start working you P90X exercise and weight-loss program.