We Review P90x Fitness & Exercise Program and ask, "Where did workout trainer Tony Horton get that beachbody"?

I find nowadays fitness routines or people going around wasting time and energy to exercise to get themselves looking better or feeling better about themselves is a pile of rubbish. Come on. I never lift a weight or join exercise classes in my life and you want to know something: I have still a clean bill of health and nothing wrong with me. And so many others could think that way if they live their life the way they want it. As soon as they see people in shape on TV saying "you could look like this and feel like this, all of sudden they just want it. Basically, you just brainwash people's minds thinking they need it. It's all about the buck and there is no careful feedback on what you reflect or give out. And if I sound negative about the whole thing, well just go ahead bitch me out then. But I will laugh at you guys more and more!

I am interested in doing P90X with my wife as she wants to lose weight and it seems like a good workout program. I am 33, 6'1", 176 lbs, thin, but not cut up like I used to be. I train in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts and was wondering if doing P90X will hurt my training because I will be too tired? Thanks, Robert

Robert - My husband and I are doing P90X and love it! You'll probably be able to incorporate your training into the P90X program, so I wouldn't be too worried about tiring out. There are actually 3 different routines to choose from, so you can choose the one you think will work best for you. I am doing the lean routine, while my husband is doing the classic. I like to distance run, and have kept that up while doing this program. Good luck!

I received the P90X program July 9th 2007. I started seeing and feeling the results just after 1 week. I work in sales and always need to look my best and be sharp. I actually wish that I could make money selling this. I have been telling everyone that knows me about what I have found. I can't wait to take my 30 day pictures. I feel more alive, and my mind hasn't been this sharp in years. My wife is also so surprised on how flexible I have become so quickly. I have a smith machine in the garage and have gotten more out of P90X in 23 days than I have gotten out of my bench in 1 year. Tony is the man and really brings the fun to this program. Lastly the most exciting part about P90X is that it's not a program where you will get bored and just get short term results, this has become a part of my lifestyle. To all of you reading this....order it and "BRING IT"!!

Aristotle said, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then is not an act but a habit." The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different outcome. In order to achieve an extraordinary of level of fitness we need to strive for extraordinary exercises, which challenges us to step out of our level of comfort. I have incorporated several of the exercises provided in P90X with my clients and have tweaked many in order to provide incredible results. Champions are those who remain courageous in the presence of ridicule. All the best, Tony.

I am planning to start p90x in January 2008. I'm currently doing Power90. I want to know more about the three levels. The infomercials did not refer to 3 levels. I am worried about being able to "Bring It" and don't want to waste my money if I can't do it. Thanks.

I am starting my 5th week or 2nd phase of P90X now, and I am a firm believer in it. I used to go to the gym and workout for 1 1/2 hrs everyday. I thought 4 sets of 6 reps on the bench press was "working out". Boy, was I ever surprised when I started P90X, and I couldn't even finish some of the workouts let alone keep up with Tony and his crew. After 5 weeks I am down 13 lbs and have doubled my pull up reps. Each workout,even the weight workouts,are done at a pace that brings cardiovascular work into the mix. Which provides results very quickly. If you're thinking about P90X, I suggest you do it. You will not be disappointed. Trust me.

My wife and I are into our second week of this and wow! It is definitely a great workout. We love how Tony coaches through the program and lets you know it is OK if you are not able to keep up with them. We are going at our own pace but we are bringing it every time. One day we will be able to keep up the pace. After trying different workout plans in the past and not seeing results, I know we will with P90X. Thanks!

I just completed week one of P90X and loved it. People are already noticing changes in my body, and I am shocked. I feel better and stronger everyday and can't imagine how wonderful I am going to look by day 90. It's tough but worth it.

You are fantastic Lori. Keep up the good work. Your positive attitude helps keep the rest of us on track.

I am in my 5th week and definitely loving the program. A unique and great aspect of this workout program is that you can take it on the road. I go to a lot of conferences through work, and frankly there are few windows when I'm home for 90 days at a stretch. With that said, I bring the DVD's, resistance bands and my portable DVD player with me on the road and am able to get in great workouts on the road. Admittedly, not having the pull up bar can be a drag, but the resistance bands are adequate substitutes in a pinch.

My wife Michelle and I are 43. We are on our 11th week for the second time this year. Our first time was from January to March last spring. We are both in the best shape of our lives and loving it. I have recommended this program to many of my friends. Like the program suggests, just press play, and the results happen. We are off to Cancun next week. "Do your best and forget the rest." And "You can do anything for 30 seconds." These have become words we truly believe in.

There are always going to be critics that feel insecure and have to cut down others to feel better about themselves, oh well who cares, they're negative because they've never tested themselves and that is too bad. Anyway not going to rent space in my brain worrying about what they think. I am 42, and just finished the P90X routine, and I am happy to say I like, no love, the results. I haven't been in this great of shape or looked this good since I was a 22 year old Marine. I would recommend this and only this workout to anyone who is serious about changing their bodies. I have tried many different workouts in my life, but this is the only one I would stand by. The constant muscle confusion, consistency and diet are the keys. By Summer 2008 I'll be 43, have 16" guns, and a six pack, 25 years after I graduated High School.

Kenny, way to go. You have the right attitude.

I am 15 years old. I am in week five and the results were amazing. I was a little bit overweight and now I can see my 6 pack starting to show. I also do in addition to P90X, thirty minutes on the treadmill and another 15 on the cross trainer elliptical machine every day. this has actually made the results much faster.

I started P90X on Feb 21st, 2008, so I am now in Phase 3 week 2 of P90X Classic. I'm 43 and I have dropped from 230 lbs to 197 lbs. I feel better than I've ever felt, and I've never looked better. I don't think I've ever taken off my shirt at the beach in the last 10-15 years. If I can give one small bit of advice. Yes, this program is grueling if you are not in shape to start with, so only do what you can do. Don't try to keep up with Tony. Do understand what each exercise is designed to do and take each one at your own pace. You'll get there and despite all the naysayers out there, P90X works.

I want to do the p90x workout but I need to loose around 50 pounds. I don't think I'm up to p90x. Is there a program that's good to do before?

I am starting my 4th week of P90X. In 4 weeks, I have lost 16 pounds and I feel great. I am 42 and wish the program would have been around along time ago. I was worried that the program may be too extreme because I don't like to exercise, but I decided to try it. It is grueling, but do what you can do. You don't have to keep up with Tony, just go at your own pace and you will see results.

Carl P, Try P90 which is the first and easier version Tony H. put out.

I am in my third week of p90x and I have lost 20 lbs, 2 inches. My arms have gained about an inch and I feel great. My friend is a week ahead of me and he has also had great results. As long as you follow the nutrition guide and stick with the work outs everyday, you will see great results.

This comment is directed to Steve. Your an idiot to say that there is no link to exercise and health. Look at the science out there and you will find plenty of info. I have both a masters and bachelor's degree in Exercise Science. I have been a full time trainer for 10 years now since graduate school. I think there are a lot of b.s. fitness gimmicks out there. However, the P90X/P90 programs are in my opinion, the best out there. I have a similar approach to training my clients as well. Muscle confusion, variation, etc. Just everyone do use the tools this guy give you at you own pace and be smart about some of the exercises if you have any limitations. There are easily over 100 health benefits related to exercise. If you don't believe them I will talk to you in about 10 years when your in a wheel chair STEVE.

Glad to see so many P90X successes speaking up. At 38 I've remained rock solid for the past 3 years after losing 70 lbs with Tony's Power 90 & P90X. To those who question whether or not they can keep up with the X, consider where you're starting. If you're generally in decent shape or are doing a less intense routine now, go for it. It will push you further than you've been pushed before and you'll love it. If you're way out of shape, like I was, start with something else and build up. If you can't "bring it" for a full 50 minutes at first, just make you're way through with the best you can do. After a few weeks when you find yourself able to somewhat keep up with your on screen gym mates, you'll know it's working. After a few years, you'll be daring them to keep up. It's the real deal and I am forever thankful. Thanks again Hortonhead, from the Pepper.

I've seen the infomercial on the P90X, and most of those people appeared to be reasonably fit before they started P90X. I'd really like to see that same video done again using "real people", people who need to lose weight and get into shape. I doubt that he'd have the same results.

I started P90 X on May 2nd. I turned 40 on May 3. I just began Phase 3 of the program. I have lost 5 inches off my waist, and I am quickly getting into the best shape of my entire life. I am down to 185 lbs from 197 as well. The program works if you follow it and the diet together. Thank you Tony Horton.

Wow, Scott way to go. Your improving at a very impressive rate.

I've just started my third month of p90X. I'm loving it and the results it is bringing. I'm the fittest and strongest I have ever been. Not bad for a 41 year old that was feeling so old and unfit a year ago that I decided to change my ways. If you are already on a fitness program and working out you will be able to do p90X, well most of it. I am only now, after a couple of months, able to keep up with the crew. Six times a week is a huge commitment for me, but it's easy to keep going when you see results.

I've just started the P90X routines and am loving it. It's a lot of fun and unbelievably varied. I don't see myself getting bored by 'routine' any time soon. Biggest downside is just the difficulty level. There are some exercises and stretches that are simply way out of my league at the moment. But even that's not a big problem. I just make note of them and move on and work towards being able to do them. I especially enjoy the way Tony runs the exercises and often mentions taking a pause, going at your own pace, etc.

On day 3 of week 3 of P90X. I'm pleased with my energy level and with some of the tightness I'm feeling in my core section. I do the workouts daily, I drink the after-workout drink which I really like. I enjoy the nutrition bars in place of a meal every once in a while, but I'm not really shedding the pounds. I'm not following the diet plan and that might be the problem. I struggle with this part because I have 3 kids at home and I'm always on the run. I'm 44 year old mom and my metabolism has just slowed down so much this last year it seems. I need some encouragement here on the loosing weight part. Maybe some of you experienced this in the early stages of the program and can share some advice or support.

I just started the P90X program. The workout is as advertised "extreme." But it is not for rookies, don't expect to be able to complete the routines or keep up with Tony and his people on the DVDs. The P90X yoga routine is 90 minutes. First try I made it through 60 minutes while doing many of the poses badly. But it is still a great work out. I have found the bands difficult to use so far. I wish they showed more techniques on them.

I am considering starting this program, but have one concern. I'm 5'11", 164 lbs. I don't need to lose weight. Will I be able to maintain a healthy weight if I use this program?

I have completed the p90x classic program, the p90x lean twice, and am now in the 4th week of the p90x again. I'm getting tired of the same routines. Any suggestions on what program I should try? I like the Tony Horton workouts. The 10 minute workout looks interesting but I feel as if I would be taking a step back from the p90x.

I love P90X and the follow-up program P90X+. I can't believe how these workouts have transformed my body. I have lost 30 lbs and over 30" with these programs. When I started, I never thought I would be able to do a program labeled "Extreme", but I tried it anyway. And now I continue to do my best and "Bring It" everyday. This program is about working out 6 days a week and eating clean. P90X comes with a step by step guides for the workout and nutrition part of the program to help you through each of step of the program. For those afraid to try a program because they saw it on TV do not know what they are missing. I see success story after success story. I believe this program works better then going to a gym where many people end up walking around going now what do I do? I am an independent Beachbody coach.

Mike, I'm a Beach Body Coach and can tell you, absolutely yes. It's a matter of balancing your caloric intake to make sure you are putting in enough calories, properly balanced between proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. I have seen people drop 20 lbs and some drop a few and others gain, even while eating properly. So, no question, you could easily do the program and not gain weight.

Shawn, being a beach body coach means nothing. you just need to pay $15 a month to be a BB coach. BB programs are great but the coach thing is just a way for them to make a lot of money easily. They still need to give a commission to the different coaches up the pyramid.

Donna, all of the people in Tony's videos are graduates of the P90X program.

I have just finished up day 4 of the first phase of P90X. I will tell you that I'm a 45 year old female, who's run 6 marathons, and worked out with weights for the past 7 years. I watched the commercials with great interest, because now that the last child has started kindergarten, I wanted to get back in the best shape of my life, and not just be in a maintenance mode. I thought with my fitness level, I would have a pretty easy time of it, but I must tell you that these workouts are just killer. I absolutely love it that I'm pushed to the limit on everything, and am completely whipped when I finish. I'm using muscles that haven't been worked out at all with my previous workouts, and I couldn't be happier already. My weight is where it should be, so I'm looking to become rock solid and in fantastic shape, and then to maintain this for life. I have always wanted the real muscles, but didn't like the body builder look, and complete fitness is what I'm looking for. I am so happy with this program already, and am excited to do my workout every day. I can't wait to see what I'll look like at the end of the 90 days. I'll hopefully be looking for the P90X plus, and will definitely want a tank top to advertise P90X.

I am about to start P90X and though I don't need to lose many pounds, about 10, is there any advise on being a diabetic and what I can do to maintain a healthy blood sugar level. I know when being active my sugar goes down, but I don't want to counter that with candy etc.

I'm a Desert Storm vet. I was in the best shape of my life when I was active. I had a bad motorcycle accident in 05,that broke me down physically and emotionally. I need to get help losing weight. I'm very unhappy, eat way too much and I am not active at all. I broke my tib fib and my hip on the left side. I still can't use my leg to even begin to work out. Can you give me some suggestions. I really hate myself no self esteem, no help from the VA health systems. I'm just tired. Any help would be a blessing at this point. Thank you for your time.

Hi Robert, please look into suspension swimming. You can go into a harness that is suspended over a pool and move your body through the water to regain some of your movement and burn some calories. They have these at many of the local YMCA's. Please check into it. You can get a membership based on your income.

Hi Ed, Diabetes does complicate things a bit but if you eat just an hour or so before working out you should have enough glucose in your system to have a great workout and not need to depend on candy to bring your level back up again. If you take and eat a small amount of fruit after the workout it should help. The fiber in the fruit will allow it to go into the system a bit slower than having a harsh jolt from the candy.

Kathy, this is awesome news how well you are doing and the confidence and excitement you extend! You are an inspiration for mom's indeed. Keep it up, and do give us some progress reports.

I'm a regular user of 10 minute trainer. I'm looking to increase the intensity and can't decide what to do next. What is the difference between P90 series and P90X? Do I need to gradually work up to P90X? Click for answer to this question > Difference Between Power 90, P90X, & P90X Extreme

I need to drop 10-15lbs, I've seen the commercials and was wondering what if you can't get a pull-up bar installed in your home, then what? Understand keep your own pace, how strict is the diet? Is it reasonable? Just want some information from people who have gone through it. Do you work out 7 days a week?

I am on week 7 of p90x, the workouts are very challenging even to someone such as myself who is used to heavy push up routines. The first chest back and shoulder routine floored me, very difficult. Muscle confusion is definitely the way to go, I dropped 35lbs in 3 months and lost 3 inches off my waist. I'm in the best shape I've been in years.

Hi Brian, congratulations! What a way to go. I will keep on working on this. I am pretty wimpy as yet.

What is the difference between the 10 min workout and PX90?? I just placed an order for the 10 min workout thinking I ordered PX90.

How do you know which program to go with? I am 34, 5'-10", 152lbs. The last thing I want to do is lose weight. I am very slim with a high metabolism. I am considering trying this program but unsure if this was meant for skinny guys! Would any of these programs work for me and if so, which one?

I am currently on my second round of P90X and have incorporated some P90X + and One on One workouts in there as well. This program is fantastic. This is the real deal, real people with real results. I started at a 37" waist in round one and ended in a 32 inch waist. That alone is enough motivation to continue with the fitness lifestyle. The variety of these workouts and the ones I have been adding in round two really make this program top notch. I am in better shape now than when I was playing baseball in college. If you are considering getting this program, just do it. It is time to reward your body and mind.

I am 49 and completed p90x about 4 weeks ago. I lost over 30 lbs and went from 0 pull ups to 12, 15 push ups to over 50 and I am in the best shape of my life. I was in bad shape before my p90x experience. I fell off a roof and shattered my ankles and broke my back. I thought there was no place to turn to help. At first I was very limited to what I could do in the routines, but as time went on I was able to keep up with Tony and do every workout. To my surprise my ankles and back got better, less pain, more strength, and more flexible. Thanks to Tony and p90x I am back to the shape I was in when I was a 21 year old Marine.

I'm 5'10" tall and 190lbs. I've been doing the P90X. I'm now starting week 10 and love it. How many Calories do I burn per work out?

Hi Adam, you bring up an important issue in choosing a fitness program that fits your personal needs. Your body type and metabolism play a crucial role...To read the rest of this answer, click > Workouts for Different Body Types

My fiancee and I are in our 7th week of the classic P90X. Although it is demanding, we have not had too many problems, both being fit and active most of our lives. She is an accredited trainer. I'm 50, going on 51 and enjoy working with the kids. My weight is 155. I'm 5'10" and have defined abs. Our goal is to just add more definition and tone to our current shape, no weight loss. We were wondering if anyone else felt that the program is a little extensive when it comes to the number of push ups and pull ups. Otherwise the variety is great. Looking forward to bringing it to 90 days, and then modifying the next program for our specific needs.

Hi Andy, There’s quite a difference between Tony Horton’s 10 Minute Workout and Power 90X, although they are both based on the principles of muscle confusion. The 10 Minute Workout program is designed to fit into a busy schedule, and is more suited to beginner and intermediate fitness levels. Power 90X is an extreme in home boot camp aimed at fit people looking to take the next step to ultimate fitness. Power 90X is designed to be used about an hour a day for six days a week. It is time consuming, but the results are truly extreme. P90X is made up of 12 workouts, including five resistance workouts, four cardio workouts, and three abdominal workouts. P90X is demanding but the results are incredible and accomplished within 90 days. If you’re not ready for an extreme fitness system that demands a minimum of six hours a week, and up to twelve hours a week with P90X Doubles, I recommend Tony Horton’s 10 Minute Trainer. You can spend as little as 10 minutes a day for three day a week while jump starting your journey to fitness. You’re not limited to one 10 Minute Trainer workout a day either. You can stack the workouts, doing two or more, for faster results. If you placed an order for the wrong Beachbody workout, I’d advise calling the Beachbody customer service number, or contacting customer service through their website. They can advise you about returning an item, if necessary. But there’s no reason you can’t incorporate more than one workout system into your fitness repertoire. I own both Power 90X and 10 Minute Trainer and use them both. When I have an hour to spare, I use P90X. When I’m time crunched, I turn to Tony Horton’s 10 Minute Trainer to stay in shape. And the variety keeps me from getting bored. Best of luck with your goals!