Great Body Shape

A lot of people are curious about the differences between P90X and P90X2.  If you are planning to get into it or trying to decide which one is best for you, the only thing you need to know is that one is Hard and the other is Harder.   Now, if you have done P90X before, check the table below. Read the rest of this entry »

Yes, there is a new version of P90X named, of course, P90X2. It’s not just the sequel, it’s the result of two years of research and development conducted by some of the most qualified fitness experts. While P90X uses the muscle confusion concept, P90X2 raises the bar to new limits with a world class training technique called P.A.P. (Post-Activation Potentiation). Twelve new totally reinvented sequences of cross-training routines focused on ripping your body by adding balance, agility and, of course, core strength. This is the training most pro athletes get.

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According to FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations), an average of 24 kg of sugar was consumed per human being of all ages in the world in 1999.  The per capita consumption of sugar in the US went from 27kg to 46kg in the last 40 years.  In 2008 the consumption of sugar and sweeteners was 61.9kg.  That is almost 700 calories per day. Read the rest of this entry »

If you choose the Classic version, this will be your very first workout and it’s kind of unfair because Chest and Back is the mother of all P90x workouts and one of the hardest routines in the program. Remember that P90X is a workout for those people that are already in a decent shape. If you are new, remember that you can modify the routines to fit your needs, and as Tony Horton says “Do your Best and Forget the Rest”. The following equipment is recommended for use with P90X DVD 1: Weights, pull-up bar, push-ups bars are highly recommended, chair, fitness guide with a pen, a towel and water. Resistance bands can be used as an alternative to dumbbells and pull-up bar. Read the rest of this entry »

Regular exercise along with a healthy diet keep veins and arteries elastic and clear from any obstruction.  Just as regular maintenance keeps hoses in your automobile in good condition, cardiovascular exercise keeps your veins and arteries healthy & clear.  Therefore, it helps the heart to function properly and allows the blood pressure to remain within its normal limits.  Regular exercise can also be beneficial to the lungs as the more you use them, the easier it is for them to absorb oxygen and remove all the waste products that may enter your body when inhaling unfiltered air. Read the rest of this entry »

P90X, the improved and more eXtreme version of Beachbody’s Power 90 developed by Tony Horton, was designed for the graduates of Beachbody’s fitness program who were requesting the next level of fitness.   Power 90 eXtreme morphed in P90X.

How does P90X work? The core of P90X uses the “Muscle Confusion” theory by challenging the body’s muscles with an extensive variety of moves difficult to master.  P90X breaks old routines by switching things up for the entire 90 days to prevent the Plateau effect that occurs when your body gets used to the same routines reducing effectiveness.

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I am a twenty year old college student who is not very active physically. I have lost any motivation to lose weight, I have horrible health conditions on besides of my family and I want to go on a healthy diet. If not a diet, then anything I can do to lose weight that is healthy and will help me out will be great. Any suggestions would be appreciated

Ever wondered if there is an easy way to lose weight? The answer is simple, you can lose up to 15 pounds by reducing the consumption of liquid calories, just replace them with water. A large proportion of our obesity problem these days is due to the high consumption of liquid calories. When you go to the grocery store, the first thing you see is shelves full of sodas, and the last thing you see is energy drinks and sweet beverages in counters and near cash registers. These areas of impact or impulse are strategically placed to draw attention and generate sales in stores. Read the rest of this entry »

Glycemic index is all about foods high in carbohydrates and how fast they raise blood sugar in certain period of time, usually two or three hours after eating, on a scale from 0 to 100.   It’s not about the quantity, it’s about the quality of carbohydrates you eat.   GI is measured on a scale from 0 to 100, where higher values are assigned to to foods that cause the fastest rise in blood sugar. The highest number on the scale is pure glucose with a GI of 100.  Foods high in fat or protein have low GI rates.  Athletes benefit from using low GI diets to prolong physical endurance.  Carbohydrates with higher numbers are great for covering short periods of intense physical activities, while lower numbers are helpful for long periods of exercise.

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It’s always necessary a Dining Out Guide, especially when we do it often. Have you realized that it is more difficult to control your weight when you dine out frequently, or when you have to eat in restaurants because work doesn’t give you enough time? This is simply because you don’t control the ingredients or the way the food is cooked. Try to avoid restaurants while you are in the process of losing weight, but if you can’t scape, follow this “dining out guide” and stay fit: Read the rest of this entry »