P90X: The Fitness Revolution

Written by: msilvestre

P90X, the revolutionary exercise program by fitness guru Tony Horton, has been the main talk in the industry for many years, capturing the interest of figures from singers like Pink, Sheryl Crow and Usher, to actors Taylor Lautner, Ashton Kutcher, and Ewan Mcgregor, and even Congressmen Paul Ryan, with its promising intense DVD workout.

So what is P90X really all about?

P90X is a home exercise system designed to improve one's fitness in only 90 days, with a workout regimen and a full-forced nutrition plan. What P90X promises is that the plan emphasizes on something no other workout can do, a term coined as ''muscle confusion'', where a way of switching exercises have been carefully planned. This system allows the body to continuously improve without any plateaus. Through this plan the body never fully adjusts to the regimen, thus continuously allowing the individual to rigorously shed the pounds and stay fit. The system is composed of 12 different workouts, coined periodication, and was released in 1994. The technique includes yoga, cardio, stretching, strength training and plyometrics. The varied exercises complete with a nutrition plan, have since then enjoyed years of positive word of mouth.

Why the Popularity?

Claims have been posted on the internet regarding the effectiveness of this workout. Some say that the science of muscle confusion has brought much intensity to their usual fitness regimen. The variety and completeness of this home workout system have allowed its patrons to target almost every part of one’s body. Others have claimed that they prefer an effective at-home workout that can also cut on the costly monthly memberships at the gym. The workout also seemed perfect for those who are self-conscious and could not bear any embarrassing repeat sessions at the gym, seeing more people fit than they are. The positive feedback and results have enticed more and more individuals, with the workout not only providing easy to follow exercises, but a nutrition plan to transform one’s lifestyle.

It may sound easy, but this workout is very exhausting and one definitely has to get used to it. Consistent following of the program, implementation of the diet guide, and pushing Play every day should be part of one’s new lifestyle.

With all this hoopla, this exercise program deemed very successful in not only shedding the pounds, but also garnering tons of cash for its creators. Being one of the hottest names in keeping fit, P90X creator Horton has brought his creation to whopping sales of over 3 million copies. And with numerous individuals who vow by its effectiveness, it seems that this workout plan is here to stay. With different versions and variations, this program has definitely gained its reputation as one of the best.

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