Level of difficulty

P90x is super hard for the first 30 days and after that it starts to become easier.  Your doing things to your body that you haven’t done since high school.(unless your still in high school) Things like pull ups, squats, Yoga, Kenpo X, plyometrics and the list can go on but I think anyone can do this program.  It’s all in your head!  On a scale of 1 – 10 and 10 being the highest I would say for first timers a 10 but after at least one round you would rate it an 8. 

Insanity is super hard as well but a different degree of difficulty.  See the main difference is that you don’t need any extra equipment like P90x.  P90x requires items like a pull up bar an weights but Insanity requires you!  It’s no walk in the park because it’s packed with plyometric drills and nonstop intervals of strength, power, resistance, and ab/core training moves.  The issue isn’t wether or not you can do this program but do you have the will to do it!

Number Of Days and Time

The amount of days is obviously 90 days for P90x and Insanity is only 60 days long.  The biggest factor for me was the time and how long the workouts were.  For P90X it is 90 days of working out with one day off each week.  So if you start on a Monday then your days off will be Sundays so keep it in mind before you start.  Insanity is the same besides 60 days otherwise you’re still working out 6 days per week.  Now the other big question is how long are the videos?  Now that’s where I think results vary between the two programs.  P90x is approximately 1 hour per day and every other day 1 hour and 15 minutes.  Insanity is approximately 45 minutes each day so if time is a huge factor then jump on the Insanity band wagon.   

Cost

Everyone always thinks that these workouts are so expensive and yes I get times are tough but you can’t put a price on health.  If you continue to not exercise and not eat healthy meals then you will eventually end up taking medications for diabetes, hypertension and cholesterol.  So below I will list the cost of each and the deals to save you money! 

P90X- The dvd set $120.00  All you get is the dvd’s, guides, nutrition plan

P90X- The results package $239.00  You get the pull up bar, bands, dvd’s, recovery drink  (save $70)

Insanity- The dvd set $120.00You get the dvd’s, guides, nutrition plan

Insanity-The results package $239.00 You get the dvd’s, 3 bonus workouts, 2 months of the recovery

Results

You’re results will vary depending on body shape, size, goals and diet.  I think if you want more tone muscle and less body fat then do the P90x program.  You will show more muscle definition then Insanity.  If you want to look more lean then do the Insanity program.  You will shed more weight faster because your not lifting weights and we know that muscle weighs more than fat.   

My favorite

I am going to be totally honest and say based on my results I would have to choose P90X for several reasons.  I want a more tone look and P90X will offer that more over Insanity.  You will not gain big muscles with Insanity but you will look more slim.  Thin is in so don’t be afraid to try it.  I just ordered mine and will be starting after I get back from meeting Tony Horton and several other trainers in LA.  I will be mixing it with P90X because I would like to continue to build muscle.  If you would like to be an active member with Beachbody then look into the coach program. 

You don’t have to shell out the big bucks at Godiva^® to make it a romantic evening with your sweetie.  All you need is a microwave (or a double boiler), some dark chocolate (70% to 85% cacao solids), some strawberries, and some love. And if there’s a better way to show your love than with these two great sources of antioxidants, I’d like to hear it. In fact, if you’re single, this is a much better way to love yourself than with that pint of Ben and Jerry’s^®

• 1 dark chocolate bar (3 oz.), 70% to 85% cacao solids(Not Cheap but worth it)
• 1 pint large strawberries (about a dozen)

Microwave chocolate in microwave-safe bowl, or melt in double boiler on stove.  Holding the strawberry by the stem, dip in melted chocolate to lightly coat. Set aside on plate or wax paper to cool.  When chocolate has hardened, serve (or if you can’t wait, dip and eat, and call it chocolate fondue!).  Serves 2.

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Nutritional information (per serving):

It’s weird because I don’t feel guilty when I know that I’m getting a good amount of protein and fiber out of chocolate covered strawberries.   Don’t eat these after 8 or 9 pm because it will sit in your stomach all night long.  You will then have to get up and work extra hard at Ab Ripper X and Plyometrics.  If your interested in more food recipes then check out my healthy meals page by clicking here.  If your already in shape with P90X and are looking for another way of selling your results to others then check out the affiliate programthat Beachbody offers.

Consisting of more than 30 explosive, high-intensity jumping moves, this effective cardio routine has been proven to dramatically improve athletic performance.  Also known as the “jump training” workout, the P90X Plyometrics routine will push you to your limits and beyond.

Tony starts you off slow by doing several squats and several combination’s of squats.  The fun begins when you start twisting and turning and jumping as high as possible.  Did I mention one the guys working out in the video has a prosthetic leg!

Exercises during this workout include: Jump Squats, Run-stance Squats, Airborne Heisman, Swing Kick, Squat Reach Jump, Run-stance Squat Switch Pick-up, Double Airborne Heisman, Circle Run, Jump Knee Tucks, Mary Katherine Lunges, Leapfrog Squats, Twist Combo, Rock Star Hop, Gap Jump, Squat Jacks, Military March, Run Squat 180 Jump Switch, Lateral Leapfrog Squats, Monster Truck Tires, Hot Foot, Pitch & Catch, Jump Shot, Football Hero

Conclusion

Unless you are already used to high intensity cardiovascular training, the P90X Plyometrics program is going to be an extreme challenge for you the first few times you go through it.  Even if you regularly do other types of cardiovascular training, this workout is very intense, and very challenging.

Once you start to get used to it, and build up your strength and endurance, you can still easily crank the intensity right back up by jumping higher or farther, and/or by speeding up the repetitions of the exercises.

Don’t kill yourself the first time out when you do this workout, but DO give it everything that you’ve got on an on-going basis. This one workout alone will probably burn more calories and do more for your cardiovascular fitness than any other workout that most people have ever been exposed to.

If you still can’t decide check out the free account to learn more.  If you have been doing P90x and would like a little help with meals then click here.  If you have completed P90x and would like to know what to do next well how about making some extra cash with your results.

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Chest, shoulders and Triceps

This workout is probably my second favorite because it gives you the best upper body workout.  I wont be able to explain every exercise in detail so click above for that but all I can say is lots of push ups.  Make sure you have a recovery drink after and a protein shake for lunch. Don’t forget Ab Ripper X.

9-22

Plyometrics

I used to dislike this one cause there was lots of jumping but now I use it as a way to entertain my daughter.  In this workout you do an exercise called jump knee tuck.  Its the hardest thing I have ever done.  Try jumping in place but the object is to hit your hands with the top of your knees.  Its super difficult but you sweat like hell.

9-23

Back & Biceps

If you are not good at pull ups then look no further.  You will get good at doing pull ups and curls in this workout.  I used to be able to only do like 1 pull up and now the second time through P90X I can now do almost 13 in a row.  My resultshave been awesome since and my upper body strength is fantastic.  Don’t forget to do your Ab Ripper X as well. 

9-24

YogaX

All I can say here is that Yoga X has made me incredibly flexible and actually helps with any soreness your having.  I actually showed my father in law and few of these moves because he has had a sore back all his life.  He was truly impressed with my knowledge as well as the fact that the pain started going away.  He pretty much got bored with his exercises and his body got used to the movements that it wasn’t doing anything for him.  Another great reason to look at the coaching opportunity.  If you practice and help other why not benefit from it.  

9-25

Legs & Back

I will have to admit that I have skipped this workout a few times and finally did it this week.  I will never do that again because I was sore for 3 days after.   Wall squats for 90 seconds and then wall squats with one leg in the air.  Pretty intense if you ask me.  Recovery drink is a for sure after this workout.  Oh and don’t forget Ab Ripper X.  I can now do the last workout with my legs in the air and get through 40 leg raises. 

9-26

Kenpo X

I will be writing more in depth about this workout because its so enjoyable.  Lots of action with punches and kicks.  The best part is the end or the sports bonus.  3 different moves and 3 different sports.  Basketball, football, baseball.  I also was throwing my brother a Bach party today.  It consisted of limo bus, casino and the bars.  We got home at 6 am.  OUCH!   

9-27

REST DAY.  Thank God for this rest day as I didn’t move from the couch.  Bach party was fun but man I am paying for it.  Yes my wife hated me but expected me to be worthless today.  I want to encourage anyone reading that they should look into the free account that beach body gives you.  It has a similar look to face book but not as intense.  If you intend on buying anything now or in the future then consider becoming a coach.  Why?  Well make money and a sweet discount for you.

Chest and Back- I can’t tell you enough how much I love this workout.  Today I had a lot on my mind.  Tomorrow my wife is one week over due with our second and the anticipation is killing me.  I still managed to do Ab Ripper and the huge amounts of pull ups and push ups.

9-15

Plyometrics-I had to change this workout from morning to after work.  There is so much jumping that I wake up my wife when I do this workout.  I really dislike Rock start hops for some reason but the sports bonus is kick a$$.  You fake throw a baseball 20 times, fake throw a jump shot 20 times and you fake jump tires like a football player does in practice.  Cheesy but effective. We also found out that they are inducing on Friday!  Oh Yeah

9-16

Shoulder and Arms-I now can focus on working out again as the scheduling is now in place for Friday.  This workout is a great way to distress.  Lots of lifting so make sure you have plenty of different dumbbells laying around. Don’t forget your Abs.  AB Ripper X for 15 minutes

9-17

Yoga X-This is what connects everything together so don’t miss this workout.  If you can do the full hr and a half then you are golden for the rest of the DVDs.  Don’t forget to have a mat and block.  We are going in at 3am to induce so I had to make this one count.

9-18

Baby Boy is born.  Yes we were surprised and I jumped higher than the bed when we found out.  Good thing I did Plyometrics! We welcome Nico Rosario Licari to the world.  My life is complete as I have a wonderful family to take care of.  Good thing I have had such great results.  I’m in top shape and healthy.  Legs and Back Skipped!

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Kenpo X-Lots of kicking and punching so get ready to get your aggression out.  The easiest workout for me and quickest.  Only 50 minutes long.  Do not forget to take your recovery drink as it will help get back lost energy and nutrients.

9-20

REST DAY!  We can bring home the new baby and my wife from the hospital.  Oh did I mention a lazy day of football.

8-31

Chest, shoulders and triceps.

This is still my favorite workout since I started P90x because it just tightens your upper body up so much.  I can now do 3 one arm push ups on each side.  The heaviest dumbbells I use for this workout is about 20lbs.  Always keep a 5, 10, 15lb dumbbell around because the closer you get to the end the harder it is to keep up with the heavier weights. Don’t forget your Ab Ripper X when your done.

9-1

Plyometrics.

I now can say that this workout is getting easier.  The sports bonuses the best.  I can keep up with every exercise and not be gasping for air.  I did this workout as my wife Lisa was feeding our little girl and she was just looking at me so funny.  She would look at me with this look of confusion wondering why daddy wont stop jumping like a monkey.  The best part was I got a hell of a workout and she ate all her food.  Try it for entertainment purposes!

9-2

Back & Biceps.

This workout is all pull ups and curls.  I couldn’t even do one pull up when I started in May and now I can do 15 pull ups without stopping.  I think my wife is impressed too.  This one isn’t my favorite but man do the pull ups never stop.  Use a chair as it will help you with range of motion.  Ab Ripper X to follow so don’t forget!

9-3

Yoga X

Now I hate how long this dvd is but I can do things after Yoga X that I never thought I could do.  1 hour and 30 min of Yoga is not easy but if you just stay focused and concentrate you will eventually fall in love with it.  It tests your balance, flexibility and strength.  I have never dripped sweat by stretching before but I can see why men don’t like Yoga.  I recommend a Yoga block and mat as it has helped me out.  Also do this one at night because you will sleep like a baby.

9-4

Legs & Back

I enjoy this workout simply because its not as difficult as the others.  My legs have always been strong so I still get the back workout.  Lots of pull ups here as well so make sure you have a chair handy.  Soccer is in two weeks so I should be prepared.  Even at 30 I still feel that I can play with the youngins.  Ab Ripper to follow

9-5

Kenpo X

If there is one workout you have to miss don’t let it be this one because its FUN!  I cant tell you how much I love this dvd.  The punching, kicking and blocking that makes you break out into this sweat.  The ending is the best because you get into a horse stance and punch 150 times as fast as you can and then its all over.  I will also be watching lots of college football. FINALLY

9-6

REST DAY!

One more week until NFL kicks off! Today Im going to make sure my girls(daughter and wife) have there bags packed because baby #2 is due any day now.  Is it a BOY or a GIRL?  Filp a coin becuase we dont know either. 

My name is Gianni Licari and I am a Coach with Beach Body.

I am a normal person just like you that wants to stay in shape but cant afford to buy a personal trainer. If you have ever purchased a gym membership in the past stop and think of how much you spent each month and the end results after it expired. I have spent several thousand dollars on memberships in the past and I was annoyed that I never really had a game plan going into the gym everyday. I personally think the gym is great and if you have time to drive there, workout and then come home, FANTASTIC. Most of us don’t have the time or the energy to figure out what exercise to do when we get there and on what day.
I personally didn’t go to the gym anymore because I struggled to stay in shape. My results were always the same and I was always being sized up by everyone else. I have been looking for a better way to stay in shape and I finally found one.

P90X and Beach Body?
Beachbody is a company that has been around for quite some time and they have been successful because they make in home fitness DVDs that work. Beach Body also has nutrition plans you can follow to keep you in line with eating right as well as using supplements to build better muscle definition. Imagine having your own personal trainer in the comfort of your own home and all you do is follow them for 90 days. Remember I am not a personal trainer nor a nutritionist. I am a customer of Beach Body products because they give me the workouts and tell me what supplements I should take. These programs are not for everyone because you have to tell yourself that you are making a commitment and a lifestyle change. These programs are not the latest fad, they have been around for years and proven as you can see from my results. My first program was P90X and it is a 90 day fitness program that helps you build your muscles from inside out. You do exercises like Yoga, Plyometrics, Kenpo, Chest & Back, Shoulders and Triceps,  Ab Ripper or Cardio X or Core Synergistics. My results are outstanding and now I am on my 3rd program called RevAbs.  I have gone from a size 36 waist to a size 32. My weight has also changed dramatically coming in 23lbs lighter and starting to show muscle definition. A lot of friends ask me well what do you do after you finish P90X?  You can start it over and try and beat your old goals or move on to the next challenge like I did.  I was going to start Insanity but instead I went with  RevAbs because I now have two children that demand a lot of my love and will gladly give them every minute.  The key is not to go back to my old ways and will admit that it hasn’t happened and never will thanks to BeachBody!  Below is a quick little showing of some other people getting great results.

Becoming a Coach
This is a second bonus you get when you join the team of motivated people that want to make a little extra cash. It is simple and shouldn’t scare you from not at least thinking about doing it. Let me explain. When you sign up to be a Coach you have the opportunity to start a business on the side while you are working out to a program of your choice. What Beachbody found out was people who were trying their programs were getting great results and friends, family, co-workers, etc were asking them what they were doing to get into shape. People like me would tell you to go buy the products from Beachbody directly and in turn I received no compensation. They have now decided to reward you for helping other people stay in shape as well as give you a little extra cash for your efforts. On top of that you get a 25% discount on anything you purchase.  So I am offering to you a little incentive.  Purchase a product and sign up today and I will do all the work for you.  Yes.  I have the knowledge and the traffic to my website to help you get other coaches under you.  You will not be making a ton of money but enough to cover the monthly expenses.  An average of $50-$100/ month for me doing all the work.  Not a bad deal for you and all you need to commit to is working out and staying in shape.  Eventually you will understand the business and help others do the same thing.  See once you get two coaches underneath you Beachbody starts sending you customers that have already purchased from them before.  These customers make up 25% of my commissions and helps out a lot.  Remember I only benefit if you benefit.  So join now!

Coaching
You are not coaching anybody. If anything, Beachbody is coaching you.  I became a customer first and believed in the product and then I took advantage of the coaching opportunity.  I wish I could go back in time and become a coach first because I had sent a lot of friends to beachbody and never saw a dime.  I discuss the coaching model in more detail here if you still sound interested.  It is $39.95 to start and $14.95 a month after.   If you purchase a product when you sign up they will waive the enrollment fee.  One of the best benefits of being a coach is you get a 25% discount on all Beachbody products. The savings alone make sense to sign up.

Who Should Sign Up To Be A Coach?
- Anybody who is looking for a new way to get into shape.
-Anyone who currently buys health products and wants a discount.
-Anybody that wants to make extra cash helping others get into shape.
-Wants to make a long term lifestyle change.

Who Shouldnt Be a Coach!
-Wants a quick get rich scheme. Don’t Bother!
-Doesn’t have an extra 2-4 hours a week.
-Doesn’t know anyone that needs to get into shape.

For myself I didn’t think it was a good idea at first because I was overweight and not in shape. Plus I had no experience doing any of the workouts so how could I tell anyone else that it worked. Getting into shape is a lifestyle change for ever not just for 90 days. I’m committed to myself and anyone else that wants to finally say no to a bad lifestyle. I preach this. Do one of the programs at the top of my site and after the allotted time your worst case scenario is your in shape. Best case scenario is that all your friends are asking you what the heck you did to look so good! At that point you will see the benefits of being a coach and then your hard work starts to pay off. The reason why people fail when going to the gym is they don’t have the knowledge to make their own programs and on top of that afford a personal trainer.  Beachbody handles all of that for you now.  Below you will see living proof of my promotion.  I’m a few weeks away from another one so get in quickly.

Contact Me!
If you are interested in being a coach or just want more information on which program is right for you then please email me at Gianni@phattyfit.com and I will help with anything you need.

Remember

Decide. Commit. Succeed.