P90X Workout System Reviews.

P90X Pros and Cons

Everyone has heard the hype about the P90X Workout System! Probably you, like myself, are getting sick of the info-mercials. There are many P90X reviews out there though, who do we believe? Well, let me take an un-biased approach here. I'm not affiliated with Beachbody/P90X or not trying to sell any of their products, so I have nothing to lose. I'll lay it down in black and white.

The DVDs are a little expensive, in my opinion, around $120. I recommend checking out eBay or craigslist to purchase "used" at about half the cost or less. MANY people that bought into this realized that it's much harder than it looks on TV, so you can pick this up in barely used condition fairly easily.

The P90X Workout is marketed as an exclusive and "hot" item on the market because it does not require any expensive home gym equipment in order to perform exercises (like we haven't heard that one before). What it calls for is a set of dumbbells, a chin up bar, and a some push up stands. Easy enough, right?


What is included?

The P90X Workout system includes 3 training manuals, a 3 phase nutrition program (which is not too bad), fitness guide, and a video overview called "How to Bring It". You also get 12 dvds. These dvds will consist of strength training, cardio, yoga, polymerics, abs, and yoga. It also gives you free support tools, designed to help your workout.

The P90X Workout is a program that I would consider, an extreme workout. If you're a beginner and try this, you're in for quite a shock! This is not for the light-hearted. I have many of the Tony Horton dvds and this one is pretty much a combination of them all. I like most of his programs(if I mute the sound) but I modify them to fit my own needs. I hate how he walks around touching and bothering the people on his videos, hmmm, especially the men. Ooook, let's continue. The goal of this program is to get you "ripped" in 90 days. Everybody wants to be ripped, right? This goal is not terribley unrealistic...IF you are in semi-decent shape going into it. Although the before and after pics are impressive they are of course, "not typical", read the fine print.


Does P90X work?

As much as I hate devices and gimmicks, I will admit, P90X does work...IF...BIG IF, just like any other workout program, you stick with it. I would use this system occasionally, to "shock" my workout, but would probably never use it everyday. I'm more into bodybuilding now than weightloss, but your needs may be different than mine.
- Would I recommend this product for someone who absolutely did not want to join a gym? Yes.
- Would I recommend this to a beginner who hasn't exercised in a long time or has more than 25lbs to lose? NO.
This system is much too intense for a beginner. If a workout is not fun and way too challenging for a beginner, the back-out rate will skyrocket. If you exercise 3 times a week and want to take it to the next level, this would probably be a good option for you.


PROS:

- Program effectively covers all body parts.

- DVDs are convenient and you can take them to a friends house for a workout partner, take them to work, etc.

- Intense and challenging workout that does indeed work, if you stick with it.

- Very simple to transition from one workout to another and it allows you a little time to take a break for water, etc.

- Comes with a decent nutritional guide and recipes.

- Has cardio and basic strength exercises. (military style)


CONS:

- System is advanced and intense. If your not in fair shape, this will be very hard to stick to.

- Music leaves a lot to be desired. (mute sound and play your own music)

- You will have to spend some extra money on basic equipment you will need to do the program.

- Although the system will help develop strength, don't look for any significant muscle gain.

- Program is too expensive for what you get. 120 bucks plus.


Conclusion

Well, that's my review. P90X is what it is. Nothing magical. You weigh out the pros and cons decide for yourself. Beware of alot of the reviews you see on the net. Beachbody, the ones who made P90X are working hard to get people to write positive reviews. Go to craigslist, click on fitness jobs in any state. They are paying people to promote their product. Alot of companies do this, and of course it's not illegal, but you'd be hard pressed to find anything even remotely negative about P90X. Just remember, nothing is as easy as it sounds. For a stay at home workout I'd give it about  4 out of 5 stars.