This program runs on 3 training blocks (30 days each) in which for 3 continues weeks you perform 7 different exercises (once daily) and on the last week (week 4 of the block) you focus on different recovery routines. You will not only be doing body building, endurance, cardio, and yoga workouts, but you will be shuffling the order and frequency in which you do them to prevent your body from fully adapting to them and hitting a plateau. The principle of the program can be summarized with one word: VARIETY. I chose to go with the classic version as it was my first time I planned on running through the entire program. The program offered several options for me to chose from: classic, doubles, and lean. In the following sections, I will give you more details about my journey and results (including pictures and measurements at day 90!) Through the program, I decided to keep my caloric intake the same to avoid adding additional variables. During these 90 days, I consumed about 2150 calories distributed as 30% protein, 25% fat, and 45% carbohydrates. In other words, I was no stranger to working out, BUT I certainly do not look remotely close to an athlete nor can I perform at such level.Īdditionally, I had just finished a cutting diet plan that took me down to 151 pounds, and I decided to introduce a slight increase to my caloric intake and macro-nutrient split. Also, from 2018 to 2020, I managed to lose 37 pounds (192 down to 155) through workouts and paying close attention to my diet. I started the program on January 4 th and ran all the way to April, and boy was I happy to be done! Before we go any further, you should know that I am a person who enjoys routinely working out at home, I have tried many different workout programs, and I am in good overall shape (measurements below).
You can put the rest of the story together, 1 + 1 = P90X. So here I was, 13 years later in 2021 with a blank page for me to write my new year resolutions and a dusty pack of CDs. How and why did I decide to try this out? Simple, I had bought the CDs back in 2008 and being honest, back in the day I only managed to complete the first 30 days of the program, after which I decided to quit. Now those are some really bold claims, as a one-size fits all program that promises great results in only 3 months. Whether your goal is to lose fat, build muscle, or simply work on your athleticism, this program is said to work for anyone. It is an all-inclusive workout program that claims to get you in the best shape of your life at home in only 90 days. This article is based on one person’s experience of going through the entire 90 day program. We tried the good old P90X in 2021 to see if it lived to its mid-2000s hype and determine if people should still consider it when looking for a new workout routine.ĭisclaimer: we are not affiliated with P90X or BeachBody and received no compensation for this article from them.