I know, lots of acronyms that not all of you are familiar with. But, briefly, I am applying for the Marine Option NROTC Scholarship and, more than anything, I need to increase my physical strength to become a valid candidate. I currently could pass the minimum of the physical fitness test (PFT), but I wish to better prepare myself and have a more attractive application (which I will send in at the end of August, after I turn 17).

 

So! I was hoping to ask if the P90X system, supplemented with a running program (I've heard good things about this: http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml), could get me in shape for the Marine Corps. My father already has the whole P90X system and has been using it. I've done it off and on, but never saw an extreme increase in strength. I figured you folks would know more than I do.

 

I'm also fixing up what I eat, but that's a question for another day.

Done it on and off? Never going to make any progress just doing that.

 

I've never used it personally, but if you can commit to it I'd think it would be good.

Done it on and off? Never going to make any progress just doing that.

 

I've never used it personally, but if you can commit to it I'd think it would be good.

I've never actually followed the program, just done its exercises singularly on occasion. Oh, as an extra note: I work a very manual labor-intensive job, and it's a serious workout in itself (I prefer working to working out, honestly - but I need to work out to gain the sheer strength).

 

Thanks for the words, indeed.

I've always thought P90X thing is a awful gimmick. People do them for instant gratification but either they give up because it's to hard, or they don't see results fast enough. I always feel the best way to improve your physical strength and whatnot is by going to the gym and finding a routine that works for you. It won't be fun for the first couple weeks while you learn your way around the gym figuring out the best workout for you but in the long haul it's totally worth it and if your dedicated, you could be in great shape by the time august rolls around.

If you would start weightlifting I'm sure that would help you. It helps everything, so you can't go wrong. If your new to it prepare to be extremely sore for the first week. P90x wise, I personally can't say anything for or against it. Whatever you choose to do stick it out and you'll see results.

Whatever you choose to do stick it out and you'll see results.

That's probably exactly what I need to hear.

Of course you've never seen any increase in strength, you haven't actually done it. Doing a single exercise here and there isn't doing the program. The program itself it's pretty good, actually. Listen to YOUR body, not Tony. I haven't done the Cardio, but that's easy...get out and run.

P90X is great if you have the time to do it. I found it was difficult to squeeze in an hour or two for it each day. If you have the same problem, break it up into what you truly need. For instance, I had to skip the Plyo, Yoga, and Kenpo sessions.

 

I must say though, P90X got me into the best shape I've ever been in. Definitely worth it.

 

I've always thought P90X thing is a awful gimmick. People do them for instant gratification but either they give up because it's to hard, or they don't see results fast enough. I always feel the best way to improve your physical strength and whatnot is by going to the gym and finding a routine that works for you. It won't be fun for the first couple weeks while you learn your way around the gym figuring out the best workout for you but in the long haul it's totally worth it and if your dedicated, you could be in great shape by the time august rolls around.

I think it's much better than to have beginners hitting the gym. Many people, when they start going to a gym, are lost and simply move from machine to machine while taking five minute 'mirroring' breaks between sets. P90X sets up a routine schedule that's spelled out for you.

 

Even without floodgates of testosterone, my bicep size shot up, I developed abdominals, and my thighs turned to steel; an all around toned body. Much better than paying for gym membership, IMO.

P90X is great if you have the time to do it. I found it was difficult to squeeze in an hour or two for it each day. If you have the same problem, break it up into what you truly need. For instance, I had to skip the Plyo, Yoga, and Kenpo sessions.

 

I must say though, P90X got me into the best shape I've ever been in. Definitely worth it.

 

I've always thought P90X thing is a awful gimmick. People do them for instant gratification but either they give up because it's to hard, or they don't see results fast enough. I always feel the best way to improve your physical strength and whatnot is by going to the gym and finding a routine that works for you. It won't be fun for the first couple weeks while you learn your way around the gym figuring out the best workout for you but in the long haul it's totally worth it and if your dedicated, you could be in great shape by the time august rolls around.

I think it's much better than to have beginners hitting the gym. Many people, when they start going to a gym, are lost and simply move from machine to machine while taking five minute 'mirroring' breaks between sets. P90X sets up a routine schedule that's spelled out for you.

 

Even without floodgates of testosterone, my bicep size shot up, I developed abdominals, and my thighs turned to steel; an all around toned body. Much better than paying for gym membership, IMO.

You're going to West Point, too, right? So I reckon you understand the situation here.

 

Three-day hump today. And I'm off to do ... back and legs? The time thing isn't so bad. I wake up at six, don't have to be at school until 8:30, usually just diddle around in that time. Running I'm struggling to find time for. Gonna do my best to squeeze it in at least twice a week, preferably three times. No, I can do three times, preferably more. Yes. I think I had trouble with P90X before (I did it for three weeks last summer) because I had so little strength then, and probably a good deal less motivation. Now I'm already noticing I'm feeling better and improving my all-around fitness. Usually at work I can barely carry a bucket of shale; just yesterday I DESTROYED THAT THANG by carrying more.

Laura does have a good point about going to a gym. It takes a bit to learn. If P90X works best for you, you should definitely give it a try!