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We are currently on week 7 of the new work out program created by Beach Body and Tony Horton. P90X Plus is exactly what it claims to be, a more intense and extreme workout for people who have completed at least one cycle of P90X . (You actually need the original P90X disks to do the overall workout program)
For the record, it is hard and you will sweat loads. And now for the review.
P90X Plus is an extension of the original P90X system. The introduction of new exercises is great, and I HIGHLY recommend that you pick up the new push up stands and P90X Pull Up Bar . The new disks include:
- Interval X Plus
- Kenpo Cadrio Plus
- Upper Plus
- Total Body Plus
- Abs/Core Plus
The regular (“Classic”) version is a 12 week program which mixes the new videos with the old on a A, B, C, D, A, C cycle. (Not going to get to specific as you can see the workout regimen here ) As far as workouts go, this program is an excellent addition to P90X. The two glaring weaknesses are the over use of Upper Plus/Abs Core Plus combo, and the fact that again Tony missed the mark with his Cardio Kenpo X option (AGAIN). (Also, they are pushing the BowFlex SelecTech Dumbells WAY to much, though they will be a HUGE space savings for you)
Now for the video breakdown:
- Interval X Plus – This is not easy. A great interval workout, and one hell of a calorie burner.
- Kenpo Cadrio Plus – WOW, is this terrible. The workout is weak, there is no concept of flow between moves, and because of the lack of flow the chance of staying in the zone is close to zero. The only way to make this a viable workout is to completely rework every move, so, why bother doing it in the first place? Do “Plyometrics” instead, that is another kick ass workout. (and I am not even blasting it because the “martial arts” aspect of it is crap)
- Upper Plus - Great workout on its own, and even better with the follow up of Abs Core Plus.
- Total Body Plus – Another really good full body work out. The emphasis on “Core Training” throughout is exceptional
- Abs/Core Plus – The final addition to the new videos. It is a good mix of abs and core, and though I like AbRipper X better, it is a very good workout.
The first 6 weeks of the program were very good, but by week 7 I am really getting sick of Upper Plus/Abs/Core Plus. This feeling has nothing to do with the effectiveness of the workouts, it is because I have been doing it twice a week every week. (except week 4 when I only did it once that week) I think this workout collection could have used one more video upper body workout just to add more variety.
They do introduce a “Trainer Track” which is an option where Tony gives tips to improve form and effectiveness. Nice touch.
The music, well, they make a big point that this is a special composition from the lead singer of Chicago . (What happened to Peter Cetera) Apparently this guy should stick to singing, and stay away from composing. They really should get some “extreme music” for these programs, maybe Pantera or Rollins Band ! (Ok, there are a tons of options, but lose the sleeper soundtrack! How about some Richard Cheese , he is out of LA)
As I said before, this is an excellent follow up to P90X, and I do recommend it for anyone wanting to augment their initial P90X routine. It will mix things up, and keep you from burning out, and it really does hit your body in new and intense ways. I am counting the days until I do P90X classic again, because I think I am going to really see massive gains next time round. P90X Plus is one heck of a primer for what is coming!!!
(I will follow up with more at the end of the 12 week cycle)
-Rob
30 responses so far ↓
1 Smurf // May 9, 2008 at 9:46 am
I couldn’t agree more about the complete overuse of Upper Plus/Abs Core Plus combo. I don’t mind the repetition of the Abs/Core Plus so much, because I find it is a really effective workout for me- once I burn the layer of fat, I think AC+ will do more to get me the abs I want than Ab Ripper X, which really bothers my hip flexors.
Also, Rob mentioned the “Trainer Tracks” these are OK the first few times, but you’ll notice a few cases where the trainer track talks over instructions to switch sides, so if you don’t WATCH and listen, you could be screwed on one side. Poor planning on Tony’s part there.
And, for Pete’s sake… knock it off with pushing the dumbells! I work in marketing and I half wonder if at one point there was an intention to put together a few mini P90X workouts that would be offered free as a co-branded marketing tool. Because, man alive, it is annoying. WAY too much sales for a product I paid for.
You may notice there is no specific lower-body workout in the P90X+ rotation, but if you are doing Plyo and Total Body correctly, you should still get a nice leg workout. You do feel a little like “Upper Body again? What about lower body?”, though.
I was only able to do Kenpo Cardio X 3/4 of the way through before Rob got so pissed that he shut it off. I did have to flail like a cracked-out Muppet to try to get my heartrate “in the zone,” though.
I’ll do a review of P90X and P90X+ “from a woman’s perspective” soon- not that gender matters too much, but it seems to be a topic of discussion on some boards.
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4 Anthony // Jul 24, 2008 at 4:23 pm
Buy the Bas Rutten MMA workout instead of the kenpo Cardio. You will see a BIG difference. You want intense Bas will give it to for 30 minutes., which equals one hour. No joke. The actor from king of queens used it and lost forty pounds. Also try adding ankle weights and 3lb. dumbbells to the kenpo stuff. It is will make it harder and give you more burn for your buck.
5 Rob T // Jul 24, 2008 at 7:15 pm
Thanks for the info, we’ll check it out.
6 Rob T // Oct 15, 2008 at 7:21 pm
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7 Anthony // Nov 17, 2008 at 11:27 pm
did you ever try the Bas Rutten MMA workout? that will definitely wake you up. Especially the all around workout CD.
8 Rob T // Nov 18, 2008 at 12:45 am
No. I haven’t given that a go. For me, I just replace the DVD work out with a group SAMBO (Russian Martial Art) work out. (Though the SAMBO work out is usually 2-3 hrs)
I’ll check out the Bas Rutten vid, as he crack me up whenever I see him do commentary. Funny guy.
9 Brian W. // Feb 12, 2009 at 10:52 am
From this review it sounds like the reviewer is doing the P90X plus as a full routine. It isn’t meant to be that way. It is suppose to take place of the “easier” P90X workouts. Not as a stand alone.
10 Rob T // Feb 12, 2009 at 4:03 pm
You are right as it is meant to be a suppliment to the P90X workouts. But when replacing the original vids, it does become a full blown 90 day cycle. As an augmentation to the original some of the vids are great. Kenpo X sux.
Also, there is a link up thhere of the combined regimen.
11 Rob T // Feb 12, 2009 at 4:06 pm
Need to still check out the Bas Rutten vid. I have added 2 more days of SAMBO training per week. (So, I am up to a min of 7.5 hrs of hard core MMA training a week. Woot!
12 DixieWrecked // Mar 4, 2009 at 8:11 pm
Rollins Band? Better get some Black Flag. Rollins minus Cadena and Ginn equals mtv fodder for the almost punk of the late eighties early ninties crowd.
Great review though. Forgive me for busting balls.
13 Rob T // Mar 4, 2009 at 10:40 pm
Hey! There is nothing wrong with Rollins Band.
(And you will never hear me dis Black Flag. Well except for the use of Black Flag in that SHITTY COVER of “The boy of Summer” by Ataris. LAME!)
14 Rob on P90X Plus // Mar 5, 2009 at 11:39 am
Hi,
I definitely agree with your assessment of the DVDs. Kenpo is by far the weakest. My favorites are Upper Body (even if it’s overdone), and Intervals.
To me, the P90X Plus dvds are a different kind of thing. More metabolic conditioning. I’d say it’s more challenging, not necessarily because of the moves, but because you have less time to rest, and most of your sets are timed instead of counted.
15 john // Apr 7, 2009 at 8:43 pm
i would like to know if i run everyday and use p90x will i loose weight faster and do i really need to follow the nutrien book please i need a answer thank you
16 Rob T // Apr 8, 2009 at 12:10 am
First, I don’t think a little running would hurt, BUT, P90X is a very intense work out program. (A lot of people think there could be more cardio in P90X, but I am not one of them. If you attack each workout, you will get a great cardio work out as well as a great targeted workout.) Tony Horton does not recommend extra running, as the overall program builds on itself. Also, if you add to much , and don’t adjust your diet accordingly, you can end up overtraining and throw yourself out of wack.
As for the diet, I would need more info from you to say to say what the impact would be. (I don’t know anything about you yet)
For the most part, if you DO follow the diet, you will be in a pretty good spot. The diet that goes with the program takes into account what your body needs to be successful with P90X. The proper amout of calories, the right ratio of fats/carbs/protein, good foods to fuel your body with…
So, not to sound wishy washy, to answer specifics about you, I need to know more. Feel free to e-mail me or Heather directly.
-Rob
17 Rob T // Apr 8, 2009 at 12:12 am
I am not trying to put words in Tony’s Mouth, but I did read that. I’ll remember where and post the link about running on P90X.
18 john // Apr 8, 2009 at 1:05 pm
ok thanks what if a person is 50 pounds over weight what should a person do should he run everyday until he loose a couple of pounds then use p90x or run everyday and use p90x what do you recommend
19 john // Apr 8, 2009 at 1:06 pm
im trying to loose about 4o pounds in 3 months is it possible thanks
20 Rob T // Apr 8, 2009 at 1:20 pm
Lots of things are possible. Like I said, E-mail me direct. We’ll see what we can do to help.
To do that, you MUST be eating right, you must be working out correctly, and you MUST be resting properly.
My e-mail is on the about us page. Hit me up.
21 Brinker // Apr 13, 2009 at 9:13 am
It is very possible to lose a lot of weight with P90X. I lost 25 lbs in 2.5 months. I was training for a 1/2 marathon and got sidelined with knee problems for 3.5 months so I was not it horrible shape but I def. would not recommend running and doing your first round of P90X. Do RD.1 “CLASSIC” and then see how you feel. If you have good energy, flowing the diet, and working out everyday with no cheating then I would say it is ok to add some running but be very careful of overtraining and “bonking”. Just listen to your body…it will let you know what you can handle…..
22 Sergio G. // Apr 14, 2009 at 11:00 am
I think some of the P90X + workouts are kind of weak such as the Kenpo Cardio, Upper and ABS core. I did Upper and I was not impressed. I felt a burn, but it was not enough no tell me I did a good workout. I went to the gym later that day and actually worked biceps and back. I did two rounds of P90X and that got me really ripped 6-pack, massive shoulders, huge biceps and triceps. As for the Abs core, I think Ab ripper X is much harder. I personally intensify every workout, by adding 1 or 2 reps and making my form as good as possible. So I am doing about 40 leg raises by now. I also do a round of Ab ripper X after I do ABs and core. I also make sure the 8-10 rule is there, and by that I mean the maximum I can do 8-10 reps and can’t do anymore. Then you will see results and changes.
23 Rob T // Apr 14, 2009 at 12:08 pm
I am going to pick up some kettle bells, and try the P90X workouts with them. See how weird that is.
24 Kris // Jun 19, 2009 at 11:33 am
I am so confused with the workout sheets for the P90X. Maybe I am just blond but I can’t figure out what is going on with the weeks 1,2,3; then the phase 1,2,3; and then classic, double, lean…by the time all that is done its not 90 days its 270 days…. Can someone explain that to me please?
25 Rob T // Jun 19, 2009 at 12:05 pm
Let’s start at the beginning. P90X (which has 3 versions in the book, P90X Lean, P90X Classic, and P90X doubles) is only a 90 day (13 week) program (cycle). [Hope that makes sense]
You choose which P90X version you want to do based upon the results you are trying to achieve. [Lean- was designed to reduce excess body fat, and not focus on massive muscle growth. Classic- is the traditional P90X program, for great all around fitness. Doubles- are you trying to be a walk on for a college sport? Do you want to get UBER fit? Then do doubles.]
Once you choose your P90X version, you print out the sheets you want to use to track your workouts. Each sheet corresponds to one of the daily workouts. What your weekly schedule is, depends on the P90X version you chose (Lean, Classic or doubles) and what week you are on. (Weeks 1-13)
For a quick reference: P90X classic is shown on Pages 27-29. Doubles on Pages 31-32 and Lean on Pages 33-35
The Phases are the weekly workouts grouped together to identify different parts of the overall 90 day cycle. That is all. (They do correspond with the P90X diet plan if you are following that as well.)
I hope this helps. If not, feel free to e-mail me at rlt5437@gmail.com
-Rob
26 Oscar Serrano // Jun 30, 2009 at 5:44 am
Hi guys, i am almost done with P90x plus….so….what’s next? what should i do? should i go back to P90x, repeat P90x plus? i checked the one on one by Tony but i feel they are ok just simply to do something some days but not as a good routine plan, any help or comments is very welcome. Regards. Oscar.
27 Melissa // Jul 16, 2009 at 6:34 am
Oscar,
I really like the 1on1 series so far. Yes, they are shorter but they’re much more customizable and there’s enough of them (now) to be combined into a complete routine. I’m also ordering Insanity to add some (uh, insane) cardio 2x per week…basically because I’m not insane enough to take on a 60 day regiment of intense cardio.
I like my weights too much.
28 Marc // Jul 20, 2009 at 3:15 pm
I think if anyone is complaining about the original Kenpo X isn’t looking at it for what it is. A beginer / intro to Kenpo cardio work out. It does get easier so I added 5 lbs/ ankle weight and 2.5 lbs wrist weight and watch the video on 1.4 speed to keep it going and the heart rate up. I will check out the Bas Rutten videos.
29 Night-Crawler // Jan 31, 2010 at 7:51 pm
Haha quit your bitching about the dumb bells. Just pick a different option so you don’t need to hear him talk about it. Queers. You people complain too much. I’m sure you guys couldn’t put together an effective work out program.
30 Rob T // Jan 31, 2010 at 9:42 pm
Though you come across as a total dipshit, you touch on a point close to my heart. As this year, 2010, you will see the 1st ever FitLifeSF Martial Work-Out Program. Keep watching the site for details!
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