I live in a single room apartment on the 2nd floor (unable to jump or run due to noise issues). Can I still work out with P90 or P90X at home?
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P90 does include jumping jacks, running in place and run lunges. The goal of all of those is to "land softly" so maybe you could manage doing them quietly. Otherwise I guess you'd have to skip that part. Doing in in socks or maybe on a rubber mat may help to. You could definitely do the rest of it though.
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There is some mild jumping (jumping jacks, cross hops), but he offers a lighter modification to do that isn't as heavy footed. So yes, you could totally do it! And even so, the exercises are only a couple minutes long.
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I would think you could. Tony Horton stresses soft landings in order to minimize injury. Sporting goods stores have thick work out mats that will help absorb impact on some of the routines that require running in place or others that have you moving your feet.
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Absolutely. I used to do the system when I lived on the 3rd floor of an apartment complex and my neighbors had no issue with me. As the others have said, Tony stresses the importance of soft landings. I had carpet and would do the workouts in my shoes but as long as I didn't stomp there were no issues. It's a great system, you should have no problems whatsoever.
786845
Yes. You can modify the jumping exercises. Step rather than jump. 1 of the demonstrators can't jump either.
786846
I agree with the others. I think it depends on your size, your neighbors, your apartment, and your ability to land softly. The moves in Power 90 aren't nearly as jump involved as programs like p90x or insanity. Also, the first DVD you'll work on for the first 45 days is only about 30 to 40 minutes per day. The second disc for the last 45 days goes up to about 50 minutes I think.
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Replace your bikes quick release with the one it comes with. Don't make it too tight when you screw it in. The ends nicely fit into the bike stands cups. You can adjust the tension on the back wheel. That too does not have to be tight - your gears make for the workout same as riding outside. I put the ike and stand on a yoga mat to reduce noise. I would not suggest using this in an apartment house. It will probably drive your downstairs neighbors crazy.
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I don't know if better is the right choice but I prefer insanity to p90x. Insanity is definitely the better cardio workout and doesn't require any additional weights or tools other than yourself to reap the benefits of burning max calories while incorporating strength training/ muscle building using your own body weight and although the workout is extremely exhausting you seem to move through it quickly whereas p90x seems to drag.
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It will be fine. My bedroom has a hollow door and you have to make sure that your door is shut and that your pulling against the frame. In other words, from the outside of the door. It makes your workout so much easier and faster.
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I'm not a trainer or anything, but I'd recommend joining the gym. You'd have more access to a variety of equipment at a gym, and while I really like the straps, I only use them to augment other things. I also don't like using the straps at home. They don't work the best over a door. I prefer to loop them over equipment at the gym. If you really don't want to start with at the gym, I'd rent some DVD's from the library, find ones that you like, and then buy them. I'm a big fan of Jillian Michaels DVD's. Look at her 30-Day Shred if you haven't tried it. Great workout. Hope this helps.
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Anyone else tried hoist? I think I am going to buy them, they seem like the best choice for p90x, thoughts?
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your weight and weight of the machine should not be an issue of using it on the second floor of the house,unless you have some structural issues with the flooring there.As one other response recommended, I would put some heavy padding under the machine in the event you should drop the weights so as to dampen the noise and impact on the floor. I've been using this machine off and on for almost 4 yrs with no problems on the first floor of my house.
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I have found this to be the case for me too. I have not been able to use the programs, other than the lowest setting. I also have strength in my legs. Otherwise I like the machine a lot. I do wish we could reduce the resistance to enjoy the workout programs. Maybe Xterra could answer this issue???
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I think its about 18 inches off the floor at the high point so you should be fine there. I'd consider a different machine if I were you though. My brother's lasted about six months. Just long enough for the warranty to run out. If you're more than a casual exerciser pay a little more and get a better model. You'll be glad you did.
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Raju,Either of the mats would be great for p90x. Plenty thick and sturdy.If you want a mat and worry about slipping because you sweat then go for the SYnergy mat with the Towel top and mat botom.
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Short answer yes, long answer I've used them for p90x, so far the most I've used is the top 3 bands and I'm a 220 pound guy, as far as bands go they're great, but sometimes shortening the bands by stepping on a loop can be awkward for some of the exercises, if you can afford to get the dumbbells they are still in my opinion better but, the bands still do a pretty good job and are wayyyy cheaper and easier to store, the door anchor comes in very handy as well and is sturdy, have had them for several months and so far the only thing I've had wear out is after the first couple months the sewing on the handles started to come loose, but duct tape has been a lasting and easy fix Short answer yes, long answer I've used them for p90x, so far the most I've used is the top 3 bands and I'm a 220 pound guy, as far as bands go they're great, but sometimes shortening the bands by stepping on a loop can be awkward for some of the exercises, if you can afford to get the dumbbells they are still in my opinion better but, the bands still do a pretty good job and are wayyyy cheaper and easier to store, the door anchor comes in very handy as well and is sturdy, have had them for several months and so far the only thing I've had wear out is after the first couple months the... » Read More Short answer yes, long answer I've used them for p90x, so far the most I've used is the top 3 bands and I'm a 220 pound guy, as far as bands go they're great, but sometimes shortening the bands by stepping on a loop can be awkward for some of the exercises, if you can afford to get the dumbbells they are still in my opinion better but, the bands still do a pretty good job and are wayyyy cheaper and easier to store, the door anchor comes in very handy as well and is sturdy, have had them for several months and so far the only thing I've had wear out is after the first couple months the sewing on the handles started to come loose, but duct tape has been a lasting and easy fix « Show Less
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my husband is 6'5" and loves the machine. he uses is 4-5 x's per week. loves all of the exercises....there are so many!! not sure about moving it to another room....ours is set in our home gym. i don't think it would be too difficult to move. this is a fantastic machine!!!
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You could map out the program and try recreating the program in a gym setting. However, the point of p90 is getting out of the gym, plus you run the risk of waiting for equipment in between your sets.
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Agreed. I am doing P 90 to work up to P90x. I wouldn't go back to P90. I'm sure you could modify P90x to get a 6 day schedule. Maybe post the question on team beachbody and am sure someone will help.
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The machine itself is quiet overall. I use it on the 2nd level of my home and the living room is directly below me so I use a mat underneath and it absorbs most of the noise. Ocassionally my kids say they hear it but don't when the TV is on loud enough. I'd suggest placing a treadmill mat underneath if you live in an older apartment. The machine has a small footprint so it can be used in a number of places but may need 2 people to move it around or get it upstairs so hopefully you have an elevator. Good Luck!
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I don't, but I don't see any reason why you couldn't. Honestly, I would probably get bored. I threw in a day where I would lift weights, and then I would throw in the P90 Cardio routine on the off days.
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Mine is on the 2nd floor, in fact it is in an area that is open to the downstairs. No noise and no pounding like a treadmill. The only noise is from the TV that I watch while doing it. As for damage the floors, I do have carpet upstairs but I did purchase a mat for it to go on. Once in place it certainly doesn't move while you are doing the exercises.