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IamA Tony Horton, creator of the extreme fitness program P90X, Im BACK! AMA! (self.IAmA)

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Hey Reddit! Tony here! Back to promote my newest program P90, Tony Horton Kitchen, and answer anything you want to talk about! I’m also the creator of the extreme fitness programs P90X, P90X2, P90X3 and the author of The Big Picture, available now in book stores everywhere.

YouTube Proof: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FvDNpxcdMBQ&feature=youtu.be Bring it!

UPDATE: Thanks guys! Gotta roll. Seriously great questions. I had a blast. See you next time!

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[–]makopeko 35 points36 points  (5 children)

Tony, you and your brother Tim Horton have taken very divergent paths in life. What are family get togethers like?

[–]realtonyhorton[S] 53 points54 points  (4 children)

Tim - that sad, fat, pathetic family outcast! Donuts be damned. I will destroy him. He kills, I give you life.

[–]somewhereonariver 12 points13 points  (0 children)

But...... donuts!

[–]mulvythrill 5 points6 points  (2 children)

You mean hockey hall of famer and 4 time Stanley Cup champion Tim Horton?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tim_Horton

[–]Antofuzz 4 points5 points  (1 child)

Ssshhh, you're ruining his joke with truth and sadness

[–]onekrazykat 25 points26 points  (4 children)

When you taped P90x3 were you told to just "be yourself"? (I'm really asking if you are as wacky as you act. You weren't as wacky in P90x) Also, I apologize for any and all profanity directed at you via my television. I'm sure you are not nearly as bad as I think you are.

Edit:Clarity/Spelling

[–]realtonyhorton[S] 52 points53 points  (3 children)

From "onemaddawg" to "onekrazykat", let me tell you this girlfriend, I'm all that. Exercise sucks. Being uncomfortable sucks. Being shitty at things sucks. The journey is a bitch. If you can't have a couple of yucks along the way, then there is no way you're gonna stay. I'm not 24 hour moopy goofy crazy whacky, but I'm pretty damn happy and fired up most of the time.

[–]Aquagoat 22 points23 points  (3 children)

Hi Tony,

What type of soup do you have in Karen's world famous pot stirrer today?

[–]realtonyhorton[S] 36 points37 points  (1 child)

I have a Halloween Pumpkin Pie soup with elk.

[–]somewhereonariver 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I thought you were a veggie guy!

[–]agatize 8 points9 points  (0 children)

"German potato, if that ain't P90x".

[–]Stuifiee 10 points11 points  (2 children)

How was it working with Jack Douglass?

[–]realtonyhorton[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I LOVE THAT GUY. Not in a I wanna make love to that guy way. Not that there is anything wrong with that. He's just a sweet, authentic, present new-thinker. He deserves all the success in the world. I am so thrilled that he and his girl Erin committed to a 90-day P90 test group. He lost 400 lbs in his face alone. As smart and as talented and as funny as he was - look out world, post P90, he'll be all that and more.

[–]Icey30Cube 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Came here to ask the same thing...

[–]zenxistence 10 points11 points  (4 children)

Hi Tony. I have a question regarding the yoga; as much as I enjoy it now (I HATED it initially) I still find myself struggling with flexibility. Are we supposed to "push through the pain" or should we back off and allow the flexibility to come more gradually? My wonky shoulder thanks you.

[–]realtonyhorton[S] 16 points17 points  (3 children)

The more you do, the better you get. The more you do, the better you get. The more you do, the better you get. The more I say this, the more it will sink in. Yoga is the perfect practice because you're working on strength, core, flexibility, balance, and mindfulness all at the same time. There is no other form of fitness that does that. None. Zilch. Nada. Yoga! YOGA! Side tip - think less during your practice, breath more. The inhalations and the exhalations when they're full will allow those muscles, ligaments, and tendons to open up to a place that you haven't seen since 1984, or the lifetime before.

[–]rogersrr 1 point2 points  (2 children)

Going off of that question...my ribs are always sore after I do YogaX? Are my ribs supposed to be sore?! Am I doing something wrong?

[–]dagmar31 2 points3 points  (1 child)

Look up some videos on diaphragmatic breathing, it sounds like you're using your intercostals too much when breathing which can cause your ribs to feel sore

[–]gurraf 10 points11 points  (0 children)

What's your thoughts on negative pull ups instead of using a pull up assist band or chair?

[–]BillyA90 7 points8 points  (3 children)

Tony, first off I want to say thank you. I have chronic lung disease and used to spend countless days at home sick and even in the hospital receiving IV antibiotics 6 times before I was 19 years old. Since starting P90X a few years back (then X2, X3), I haven't been to the hospital at all. SO THANK YOU! I hope to meet you one day and shake your hand! You've changed my life. Question: when should I use R&R formula? After cardio routine or strength routine? Or both?

[–]realtonyhorton[S] 4 points5 points  (1 child)

3 cheers Billy! I'm going to post that story on my fan page today because that's what these programs are about. We train far too often with the hope that some body part that we are unhappy with today in the hopes that it will look different today. The real magic comes from a story like yours... sick, having to go to the hospital to survive and then using my programs so that you can thrive and kick ass. REDONKULOUS! Results & Recovery should be taken after any and all workouts, whether it be cardio, resistance, MMX, where you feel depleted, wasted, crushed. You have an hour window where the ingredients in results & recovery help your body heal. You never, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever want to drink it before... or as a mid-day treat. R&R is post ass-kicking only!

[–]BillyA90 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks, Tony! Means more than you will ever know!

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    [–]Aznb01p 6 points7 points  (1 child)

    Do you think you telling people to "Get [their] butt in the air" during P90X led to the advent of twerking?

    Real question, what do you think about people who simply follow the fitness routine but ignore the diet recommendations?

    [–]realtonyhorton[S] 29 points30 points  (0 children)

    Hey "Azn" - There is no question in my mind that I inadvertently discovered/invented twerking and I want to apologize right here on Reddit.

    Exercise = fitness. Food = health. There are some fairly fit people who aren't as healthy as they could be and that is where the diet comes in. The food fuels the fitness, especially as you get older.

    [–]chroniCThoughts 6 points7 points  (3 children)

    Good afternoon, Mr Horton. My question pertains to proper eating. Do you have suggestions for someone on a fixed/limited income? I know that a proper diet is just as important as proper exercise, but can you shed some light on ways to achieve this on the cheap? Thank you for talking with us today. Stay awesome.

    [–]realtonyhorton[S] 27 points28 points  (1 child)

    Great question. I was a very poor man for a very long time. But, I understood that I had to eat better. When I ordered pizza I got it with super low cheese and loaded with vegetables. When I went grocery shopping I bought lots of frozen vegetables. I got off the soda pop and sports drinks and drank more water. I figured out how to make an omelette and when I ate restaurants for poor people (me), I would get the chicken, brown rice, and the veggies, and stay away from dessert. Anybody at any income level can do that.

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      [–]elpasorunway 5 points6 points  (3 children)

      Hey, Tony. Your motivation is contagious. Seeing your attitude and your drive makes me want to give up unhealthy food forever and exercise religiously. But with that said, do you ever just take the occasional day where you sit on your couch and surf the net and eat Kit-Kats (or whatever)?

      [–]realtonyhorton[S] 23 points24 points  (2 children)

      I do have the occasional day where I'm just chilling. But, because my healthy diet is consistent and I work out 5-7 days per week, my energy levels are always pretty high. So, it feels weird to not want to be productive. At 56 years old, I've discovered that this ride called life is shockingly short, so I try to stick to the program so that most days rock. If you aren't exercising and you're eating garbage than there is a greater desire to wanna loaf. But, when you do the two things you and and only you can control 1) What you put in your food hole and 2) What you do with your ass - you won't want to surf the internet, you'll want to surf the North Shore on the Big Island so you can say that you lived a life that mattered.

      [–]melissy 4 points5 points  (2 children)

      Huge fan. How do you really feel about okra?

      [–]realtonyhorton[S] 10 points11 points  (1 child)

      I'm a huge fan. I like it. I'm also a fan of quinoa, kale, and carrots.

      [–]melissy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

      So glad to hear it! My husband and I quote your jokes from P90X all the time. You talk for just about the entire video - is the dialogue scripted? Or is it all just you?

      [–]iwishmynamewasbrian 5 points6 points  (0 children)

      When you make a new video, do you take into account that many many people will work out to it dozens, even hundreds of times, memorizing every word and nuance of what you do and say? For example, right now I have the song "Ten minutes gone right! You will chaaaaaange your life!" stuck in my head. Does this phenomenon factor into the planning or do you just wing it when you do a new video? Was this something you predicted when P90X started getting popular?

      [–]aikidosensei 3 points4 points  (1 child)

      Tony , huge fan I'm a p90x and x2 grad, I'm in the uk , you have a long inspiring reach to get across the pond ! Anyway , I lost about 8 stone in 2012, Mainly due to your workouts and calorie control, have put on another 3 this year , busy new job blah blah, all the excuses you probably normally hear, how can I get motivated to get it going again?, I travel allot now and have a smaller workout space is adapting your workouts the key ?

      [–]tweetyuo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

      Not Tony, but a big fan of Beachbody programs...

      I think it is important to change things up constantly, so you don't get bored, so I've done P90x, P90x2, P90x3, Insanity, Insanity: Asylum I, and Insanity: Asylum II, which has provided a nice variety of workouts to keep my body and myself from plateauing.

      Doing hybrids of the programs provide something less repetitive too, and can lead to new gains in certain areas.

      Insanity is high intensity interval training, and the asylum programs have a bit more strength work built in. If you can survive the higher cardio workouts, I would strongly recommend these to those who travel quite a bit, as they don't require much (easier to travel with the gear needed) other than space (Insanity, especially). I've even done these workouts on cruises, and other vacations.

      [–]apgbadboy 4 points5 points  (2 children)

      Hey Tony,

      Me and my roommates did P90x for like months before springbreak a couple years back to try to pick up chicks on the beach. Didn't go so well. Any tips for picking up chicks?

      [–]realtonyhorton[S] 19 points20 points  (1 child)

      Hey apg - Get a personality. That's where the money is, brotha. It ain't how you look. Be smart, be thoughtful, be patient, be funny, be purposeful. Stop caring about what other people think of you and focus on your purpose, on your "raison d'etré".

      [–]Mantisbog 10 points11 points  (1 child)

      I had a roommate who did that. (I called it Peanutty X. No reason, just always sounded like peanutty X whenever I heard her mention it.)

      Anyway, whenever she did it, it sounded like she was having sex; how does it feel knowing that you brought that weirdness into my life?

      [–]realtonyhorton[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

      If it ain't weird, it ain't worth doing Mantis. I'm thrilled you found some freaky in P90X.

      [–]tehJimsta 4 points5 points  (1 child)

      Hey there Tony, I have a buddy who did P90X and another buddy who started a lifting program during that same time and they were huge influences on my deciding to start lifting so even tangentially the P90 program is doing some good things. My question is this: What do you think the most important issue in modern fitness is?

      [–]realtonyhorton[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

      Anyone who writes tangentially is alright with me. Awesome question. I am deeply in love with this question. I wanna marry this question. If I could I would have sex with this question. And why I am so enthralled tangentially with this question is because the planet should know that the key to overall fitness success comes from 3 things: Speed, Balance, and Flexibility. Not to say that power and strength and cardiovascular fitness are not important, it's just that I believe the fountain of youth comes from those three.

      [–]papereraser 2 points3 points  (1 child)

      Tony, what's your favorite story of someone changing their life due to one of your fitness programs?

      Also, P90X is great - thanks so much for all the effort you and the crew put into the program!

      [–]realtonyhorton[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

      You're welcome Paper. My most recent favorite story has nothing to do with my programs, but my book, "The Big Picture". I was doing a Tony Horton Fitness video on YouTube (have you subscribed yet? if not, why? http://youtube.com/tonyhortonfitness). The dude I was collaborating with told me that his Mother read my book and went cold turkey on booze, which kind of blew me away.

      [–]takingbackoj 3 points4 points  (3 children)

      Tony, I am a huge fan of P90X3 and have also done P90X as well. My question is would you suggest adding a cardio workout (running, biking, etc) every week to go along with P90X3 or do you feel its unnecessary really with your workouts if my goal is to attain your fitness level?

      [–]realtonyhorton[S] 3 points4 points  (2 children)

      If you want to attain my fitness level? You go buy P90X2. P90X3 is the perfect program for anyone that can't finish X and X2 - and that's a lot of people. We've had a greater success rate with X3 than anything and it got people in kooky awesome shape. But, if you want to be a badass, buy X2.

      [–]somewhereonariver 2 points3 points  (0 children)

      Oh, Tony...

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        [–]bjisba41 3 points4 points  (5 children)

        Tony, just wanted to say thanks for cracking a funny joke when I need it to get through a workout. I'm a 2 time x3 grad.

        What does "that's the grotton" mean from ab ripper x?

        [–]realtonyhorton[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

        Hey BJ - I have no flipping idea. Here is some inside baseball for you: In the moment of shooting stuff just comes out of my face hole and it disappears into the wind. Of all the P90X3 workouts, I've only seen 4, and of the P90 workouts, I haven't seen one. When you work on something for a year to make it just right after it's done, it's weird to watch myself.

        [–]ihaddy 2 points3 points  (3 children)

        Weirdly enough, As someone who just did p90x abb ripper x yesterday, after a year of not touching it, I believe he says, "that's the grunting".

        Who knew I could contribute to reddit in such a serendipitous way.

        [–]bjisba41 0 points1 point  (2 children)

        Can't be grunting

        [–]Too_MainStream1 3 points4 points  (2 children)

        What do you eat on an average day? And what's your overall favorite food?

        [–]realtonyhorton[S] 6 points7 points  (1 child)

        I try to eat five meals a day and I would say two of them are shakes. Most mornings start with lots of eggs and lots of veggies. I use to be vegan, but no more. Now, it's chicken or fish, or free range critters for lunch and dinner. The least processed, the better. I try to eat like my great, great, great, great grandparents.

        Favorite food nutrition wise: Kale Favorite food taste wise: Blackberries

        [–]somewhereonariver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

        Goddammit, I love blackberries.

        [–]mikemch16 3 points4 points  (2 children)

        Why is your head always photoshopped on my body when you do photoshoots?

        [–]realtonyhorton[S] 9 points10 points  (1 child)

        Because I know you dig it.

        [–]mikemch16 0 points1 point  (0 children)

        Ha! Thanks for the response. I do love your programs - now if only I could get my ab muscle royalty check.

        [–]thepolloloco 3 points4 points  (1 child)

        Mr. Tony Horton,

        Huge fan. When are we going to see Tony Horton Kitchen on the shelves of 7-Elevens in Texas?

        [–]realtonyhorton[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

        If you live near the San Fernando Valley, right now on my Facebook fan page and on Instagram (@TonyHorton) you can win a signed P90, P90X, or P90X3 if you take some weird photo of you purchasing two Tony Horton Kitchens. Now, you may be asking yourself, "Well, Tony, I live in Texas? How does that help me get THK?" We are having this contest in our first test market so that we can spread the word, get people excited, and start selling THK in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. Which would be the next area of the country to get THK. Get on your pals in Southern California to help promote healthy food in a convenient way so that you can too, sooner rather than later.

        [–]Huginkyss 3 points4 points  (1 child)

        What percentage of a year do you spend shirtless?

        [–]realtonyhorton[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

        At 56, I'm not as shirtless as I was at 26. But, typically after a chest/back routine I strip down and go into a pose down for about 35 minutes, lol.

        [–]rogersrr 3 points4 points  (0 children)

        Will you PLEASE compete on American Ninja Warrior? I would love to see you attempt the course.

        [–]J_R_006 2 points3 points  (3 children)

        Hi Tony, just started P90X3 and am loving it so far. My question for you is what sparked your interest in fitness enough to make a career out of it?

        [–]realtonyhorton[S] 10 points11 points  (2 children)

        I was lame. I was a loser. I was sad. I was depressed. I looked like poop and I didn't like any of those things and fitness fixed it.

        [–]iPlowedYourMom 8 points9 points  (0 children)

        at what age?

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          [–]cizall 1 point2 points  (0 children)

          Hey Tony! 3 weeks in. Combining P90X with keto and running. Yes, I'm modifying the cardio days to include my runs. Gotta have it! I know the first part of the meal plan is lower in carbs than the other sections. Do you have any feelings about ketosis in general?

          [–]iPlowedYourMom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

          Tony – first of all, thank you. I thoroughly enjoy P90X and X3, they are great workouts, and this year alone I’ve lost 25 lbs and am just plain old happier because of it.

          My question for you:

          There are days where I will do an X3 workout at lunch, then follow it up with 1.5 hours of basketball about 6 hours later (7 PM) – and I have NO IDEA when to take the shakeology. Do I take it after X3, or 40 minutes before basketball (instead of dinner) followed by a light dinner after basketball, or do I have a light snack before basketball and then shakeology at 9PM?

          [–]IamMadeOfRaptors 2 points3 points  (0 children)

          Hi there Tony, your youtube videos have been a big part of my motivation to get fit over the last year. Now to step it up, I'm considering throwing my lot in with any of the P90Xs, but since I'm a student the nutrition guide may be hard to follow. Any tips on eating right on a pretty tight budget?

          Thanks again, you've been wonderful :)

          [–]webguysd 2 points3 points  (1 child)

          Hi Tony.

          I'm a grad of the previous version of P90. What are the differences between the new version of it and the previous one?

          [–]realtonyhorton[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

          The original "Power 90" was based on good old-fashioned circuit training that was popular at the time. It worked then, it works now. But, the new "P90" still has some of the basics of the original, but the main difference is that we've modernized it with 3 phases, 3 ab rippers, and a Saturday special routine that churns and burns. The original had 4 workouts, this one has 10. Each and every workout is brand new.

          [–]sallystudios 2 points3 points  (0 children)

          Tony - What do you think about obstacle course races like Tough Mudder and Spartan Race? Are you planning on doing any in 2014 / 2015?

          [–]WhatDoesYourHeadSay 5 points6 points  (4 children)

          Hey, Tony. I need some motivation. I'm not it horrible shape, but I don't work out either. I know once I get started it will be easier to keep going. Can you offer some nuggets of wisdom to help push me off the cliff, as it were? Help light a fire under my ass.

          [–]realtonyhorton[S] 21 points22 points  (3 children)

          Here's the fire, "What". Life is filled with choices dude. You can move and get better or do nothing, "which is were you are" and stay the same. Look in the mirror and ask how that feels. The answer is probably shitty. So do you want to survive or thrive? Just like with brushing of your teeth, eating of your food, sleeping of your sleep, working of your work -- you need to train to make all of it easier, better, and awesome. I made P90X3 a half hour. I made it easy. I made P90 doable for excuse killers like you. So step up, shut up, and get busy, and I mean that in the nicest possible way.

          [–]mattryansd 9 points10 points  (0 children)

          Everyone in this thread after this.

          [–]d0uble0h 3 points4 points  (0 children)

          So step up, shut up, and get busy, and I mean that in the nicest possible way.

          This needs to be on one of those pictures of a quote on top of an inspirational background.

          [–]WhatDoesYourHeadSay 3 points4 points  (0 children)

          Thank you, sir.

          [–]ghostchief 1 point2 points  (0 children)

          Hung out with you (with my dad and brother) for a little while at Omega in NY. Just wanted to say I thought you were a really cool guy and we'd definitely want to go if you do it again next year!

          We posed for pictures with you, and we had you punching me in the face and kneeing my brother in the groin haha. What's the strangest picture you've ever taken with a fan of your programs?

          [–]odower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          I'm on day 24 of P90X3 Classic. So what's the real difference between this and P90 that is coming out? Also, warmup and ab ripper vids aren't included in the 'just 30 mins a day'...how should I prioritize those?

          [–]notaflyguy142 1 point2 points  (0 children)

          Hey Tony! Thanks so much for everything you do. I am a dire hard P90X and P90X3 fan! I work as a Paramedic and thanks to you I lost 70 pounds allowing me to do my work much more easily and look better in the process!

          My question for you, is what do you think about your new 7-11 promo line? Will we be seeing more of these type of products in other states/stores in the future? Thanks Tony!

          [–]pdjplano 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          What do you think of the exercise routine specified in "The Calorie Myth" that stresses "Exercise forcefully. Not too often. Mostly eccentric"? We are following his eating approach (mainly paleo/low carb/heavy veggy/protein/etc) but wondered if a more often routine is better. His eccentric exercises if you aren't familiar, are along the lines of this example: "shoulder press - lift max weight with both arms, lower with only one arm taking all the weight down slowly on that arm - 10 seconds - and repeat for 5-6 times until muscle fatigue - repeat with other arm". Do this once per week along with the other exercises that stress major muscle groups (he lists leg presses, pull-ups, chest press, shoulder press)

          [–]VeganChik 1 point2 points  (1 child)

          I just started p90x3 and I'm not strong enough to do pull ups yet what's the best exercise to do in its place on that DVD day? I've been lifting my weights instead.

          [–]drummer0702 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          I haven't done X3, but from P90X they say to use a chair to put a foot on. Taking some of the weight off of what you have to lift helps a lot.

          [–]WalkingHumble 1 point2 points  (0 children)

          Hi Tony!

          Going through P90X currently (day 60 tomorrow, woot) and I'm noticing the "I really don't want to work out" days are getting more frequent. I'm wondering what tips and advice you have to get my butt outta bed and pressing play.

          What does Tony tell himself on those days he feels tired and crappy to get motivated?

          Also wanted to say thanks for all you do, wife is a (original) power 90 grad, still plays 'em and she got me into you. What really got me was watching one of your motivational talks about having our parents genes and lifestyles and so the same problems. Lost my dad young and so your words hit home. Loving the results so far and led to a change in lifestyle. So thanks for having an impact and changing lives. You Rock!

          [–]Happyfhantum 1 point2 points  (0 children)

          Tony! You crack me up in your videos. I love how authentic you are and how much fun you have. It makes the workouts way more enjoyable and positive.

          Enough accolades--now to my question. I had an ex who thought you were sexist because of your nick names for some of the women in the videos. My current girlfriend thinks you're charming and hilarious. Do you think your witty comments are sexist in any way? I don't. I think people are generally too sensitive.

          [–]jcush313 1 point2 points  (1 child)

          Tony, do you think Arnold could do P90X? I've tried it, and it's one helluva workout!

          [–]realtonyhorton[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

          Arnold was more of a bodybuilder. X, X2, X3 are fitness programs. There are aspects of all my programs where Arnold would excel, but the variety of my programs would probably rock his world.

          [–]KingWinston 2 points3 points  (1 child)

          Tony! Just about made it through P90X (the first one) but the workouts were too long for a busy schedule. Thinking about P90X3, is that what you would recommend?

          Also, I could fill in as your replacement if ever needed. I have all the Tony lines memorized. Favorite - "AB Ripper X, I hate it... but I love it."

          Thanks for making it fun!

          [–]realtonyhorton[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

          Here's the deal. If you get yourself in ridiculous shape, you can take my gig and I'll move to Jackson Hole, strip off all my clothes, lay in a field and stare at the snow. But, to do that I would say X3 or P90 is the way to go. X3 is P90X short, but fast. P90 is broken up into 3 ramping phases from month 1 to month 3. The goal is to finish the race. X3 and P90 are designed to make that happen. Hurry up because I can't wait to lay in that field.

          [–]mrkrinkledude 1 point2 points  (2 children)

          What is your current stance on Gluten-free foods as well as foods that are whole grain?

          [–]realtonyhorton[S] 3 points4 points  (1 child)

          My current stance on whole-grain and gluten-free foods is to eat them, that is if you're not gluten intolerant or have Celiac Disease. There is a lot of hubbub about gluten. Advocates of gluten-free foods have eliminated a myriad of health issues. Others think it's a big hoax. I love when people have opinions about other people they've never met who have issues they don't have. Good luck with that keeping your stress down for the rest of your life. FLASH. If you don't have issues with gluten, you can still enjoy gluten-free products. Other folks who do have Celiac Disease really do have to avoid wheat products. I was in Montana last Winter looking for something to eat while skiing. I ran into this cookie called The Hunger Buster in the local health food store. It's made by a small family owned company called Gluten Free Prairie. High in fiber, zero gluten, crazy yummy and better than 99.4% of factory food bars. I can eat all the wheat I want, I just eat this thing and many of their other products because they taste good. Long answer, hope it helps.

          [–]mrkrinkledude 1 point2 points  (0 children)

          Thank you! You're the man

          [–]steakdog 2 points3 points  (2 children)

          Hi Tony. I saw you at the Santa Monica promenade not too long ago giving a bunch of money to a street artist performing there. Who was that? And why were you giving her fat stacks?? Thanks for being awesome.

          [–]realtonyhorton[S] 4 points5 points  (1 child)

          Why didn't you come over and hug me? If you see me in the promenade again, come shake my hand and tell me a story. It was actually a YouTube collaboration (Tony Horton Fitness on YouTube) video we were shooting and the female performer had no idea it was going to happen. We just picked her out of the blue and gave her about 80 bucks. It was fun to see her reaction.

          [–]steakdog 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          Ya man that was so awesome! I would've come talked to you but I was high and way too scared. Still fun to watch it all.

          [–]VeganChik 1 point2 points  (1 child)

          I just started p90x 3 and I have trouble doing all the pull ups. Should I lift weights during the time left in the segment? Just read your book btw it was fantastic!

          [–]realtonyhorton[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

          Thanks for reading "The Big Picture" VeganChik. That's the book I always wanted to write. I think those 11 laws will help even more folks understand how to get the most of their life, too. I would keep a bench/chair/box under your pull-up bar and after you run out of gas then just tip-toe one foot on that bench/chair/box and crank out as many as you can.

          [–]deus-exmachina 1 point2 points  (2 children)

          Tony,

          I did the first Chest & Back day and I went for it as hard as I could and I was able to complete it just fine. I've done a few weeks of P90x in the past and I'm still in (reasonably) good shape. Unfortunately, I noticed I got ridiculously sore this time and I lost my motivation to keep going. I woke up in the middle of the night because I'd roll over onto my arm and it hurt so bad. I'm pretty sure I just tweaked something, but I don't know: I haven't really had anyone to ask about it. That shouldn't have happened, right? It was the first time I did it on my own. It's better now, and I'm pretty sure it was just soreness, but I have to say a response from you would probably change my life.

          Also: You're the man.

          [–]realtonyhorton[S] 2 points3 points  (1 child)

          Deus - why did you try to build Rome in a day? With 10s of thousands of Romans it took many years to build the coliseum, but you wanted to be Hercules in an hour. It's best sometimes when first starting out to train at 75-80% for the first 30 days. This way you feel energized and not pulverized. I don't want to sound all pluggy, that's not what Reddit is about, but that is the exact reason why I created P90. The first 30 days are just getting you going, and it builds. By the time you get to day 90 of P90, you can jump right into P90X and not hurt your arm while sleeping. It's about patience, dude. I hurt my shoulder and I made myself do P90 type workouts, which allowed me to stay fit and stay strong and not aggravate the injury. Now, I'm back to my P90X and X2 routines.

          [–]deus-exmachina 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          I guess I overestimated myself a little bit.

          I will say I felt pumped after it, though. I'll be seeing you on my screen soon. Thanks for the advice man.

          [–]TransparentBicycle 1 point2 points  (2 children)

          I just want to give you a big thank you for everything you've done for the fitness community and myself. Back in 2009, I'd never so far as picked up a weight or done jump squat.

          Then I did p90x and it literally revolutionized my life - I did 3 rounds of p90x, 2 rounds of x2, and a bit of X+. Today, I still incorporate lots of p90x type moves into my workouts, and I consider it the foundation to my fitness. About once or twice a week, I'll still pop in plyocide, interval X, or a killer cardio work.

          Thanks Tony.

          Now for my question:

          Have you ever done any kind of olympic style weightlifting? It's very technique driven, but I'd love to hear your opinion on it.

          [–]realtonyhorton[S] 4 points5 points  (1 child)

          Transparent Bicycle - there is nothing transparent about your awesomeness. You are my new favorite story to tell. To hear that you truly went from a zero to a hero through my programs brings a twinkle to my heart. So proud of you!!! A story like that is the reason why I love my job. When I am in Jackson Hole, there is a facility called Mountain Athlete/Warrior Athlete. When I was there last time we went through a complex called Quadzillas. BRUTAL! At Warrior Athlete and most Crossfit gyms across the country, they incorporate Olympic style lifting. With the right coach and the right techniques and at the right time, for the right people, it's a phenomenal tool to get you in some pretty sick shape. With the wrong coach, poor technique, too much ego for the wrong people, it can be a disaster. The first time I walked into a Mountain Fitness, looked a trainer straight in the eye 5 seconds after walking in the room and said, "Your job is to train me, not hurt me." After a long pause, he looked at me and said, "Okay, got it." I got my ass whipped, but I didn't get hurt. That's how it should be every time you train. Great question.

          [–]TransparentBicycle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          Thanks for the insight and pride Tony, it's greatly appreciated. Definitely gonna pop in Plyometrics later tonight!

          I've been getting into olympic weightlifting and I must say it's very challenging. I always try not to get hurt - but sometimes with such specificity in the training it's hard. Gotta find a good coach.

          P.s. I worked out in one of those groups with you in Poughkeepsie, New York about two years ago. You walked over and reminded me to breath while doing abrinome - still remember it every time I do it!

          [–]PLEASE_DONT_PM_BOOBS 2 points3 points  (0 children)

          Tony,

          How is the increased popularity of fitness programs like CrossFit or Insanity changing the way you approach P90X as a business?

          [–]Formant_A 1 point2 points  (1 child)

          Hey tony, thanks for doing the ama I've been doing X3 for a a month now and it's kicking my ass haha. Just wanted to know what your inspiration for creating tony Horton kitchen? And if your venture in food is a success is a possible cookbook on the horizon?

          [–]realtonyhorton[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

          Some of you may or may not know that Tony Horton Kitchen started out as a fresh food home delivery service. The meals averaged between $9 and $14. If you had a little extra income that is affordable. But, for a lot of folks $14/meal was steep. It sure would have been for me back in the day. We had limited results, but the home delivery service ended up being a stepping stone to the relationship established with 7-Eleven. 7-Eleven convenience are smack dab in the middle of food deserts all over the country. It was a huge risk for them. They do very well with hot dogs wrapped in bacon, donuts, and slurpees. But, some of their young guns in the company realize that things are changing. They saw my success at Beachbody with P90X, X2, X3, 10-Minute Trainer, and now P90, and thought, "Hey, let's see if we can part of the solution." Kudos to them for having the balls to do the right thing. With that said, I am in early discussions with Harper-Collins about a THK cook book. Keep your fingers crossed.

          [–]Phrenzy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

          You hear that jumping? It's like a morgue in here, a morgue!

          [–]bidet_mate 1 point2 points  (2 children)

          Tony, do you have any plans to put together a book / video targeting health for folks who over 40 / 50 or so who are working out ...and what do you think is a big difference for someone over 40 to keep in mind improving fitness?

          [–]realtonyhorton[S] 5 points6 points  (1 child)

          Bidet - Awesome username dude. Cause you gotta be a dude. Are you a plant? Do you work at Beachbody? Cause if that doesn't sound like a planted question to get me to plug P90, I don't know what does. If I could think of 400 answers that weren't P90, I'd give you one. Alright, person who doesn't work at Beachbody, wink, wink, nudge, nudge, you're over 40. I'm 56. What do we want? We want to feel like we're 26 and 36. Is that impossible? No. When you're young all your parts are new. When you're old(er), all you're parts need assistance in staying younger. So if you train your power and your strength and your flexibility and your quickness and your balance regularly (5-6x a week) then you can have what folks have who have new parts. I make fitness programs. I make fitness programs based on what people need and want. Your job is to figure out which one is appropriate for you and to do it no matter what. NO MATTER WHAT. No matter how bad the traffic is, no matter how tired you are, no matter how much your family is giving you shit. No matter what crazy noise inside of your head wants you to do nothing, you just do it. P90, for example, PHASE A - cardio on one day, resistance on the other. PHASE B - same thing, only a little longer. PHASE C - last month, more of the same, but a little longer. 3 Ab Rippers. That's right, 3, not 1. And of course, Saturday Special. Feel free to do that on a Thursday or any other damn day that works into your schedule. Do it. It works. Don't bitch more. Now go get it! Peace, love, and harmony. Yippee Yi A, Kiate, Mother Lover. OUT.

          [–]bidet_mate 2 points3 points  (0 children)

          I...I don't know how to reply to that. :)

          [–]apgbadboy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

          Does everyone really love crunchy frog?

          [–]iia 1 point2 points  (0 children)

          After starting your wildly popular coffee franchise in Canada, what prompted you to switch to fitness programs?

          [–]Cloven 1 point2 points  (0 children)

          Hi Tony, love P90X. Only one round so far but the results have been great, thank you!

          If you had to change one thing about P90X and either make it better or replace it with something else now, what would that be?

          [–]larrylaski 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          Hey Tony! Huge fan like a lot of the people on here and love the way you put emphasis on how you feel over how you look.

          My question is how much sleep do you usually get vs how much do you need to feel like you have enough during the day. You've obviously talked about getting enough sleep, between 7 - 9 hours a night a lot but you've also mentioned a few times in different webinars and such you can operate on 6 hours of sleep if your eating well which is a huge advantage when you have so much to do with a crazy schedule so can people operate well on 6 hours if they eat right?

          [–]iamscottowens 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          True or False: Diet to size your body, Exercise to shape your body?

          [–]exxorxxist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          Hi Tony,

          Ever think of creating and marketing a sweaty sock soup?

          Love the p90x series. It's been the pillar behind my fitness. All the best to you and the kids!

          [–]PrezionZz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          Hey tony! How was Jack in P90? (He was bad right?)

          [–]Muscularpants 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          Hey Tony, Would you ever consider letting Shaun T put you through an Insanity workout and having it filmed for our viewing pleasure?

          [–]DavidTigerFan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          What's the best way of fighting the monotony of doing the same routine week after week?

          I love the workouts, but I just get burned out doing the same thing over and over.

          [–]phil_m_s 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          Hi Tony, What ever happened to p90x+? It's not on beachbody website and you never mention it. Upper Plus is one of my go-to workouts

          [–]wheytoogood 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          Tony! Can I get one of your awesome P90 tanks? Also what do you think is the best way to get in super soccer shape!?

          [–]Unckmania 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          Hi Tony.

          What's your opinion on Crossfit?

          [–]deathforpuppets 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          Hi Tony! I'm a really huge fan and admirer from Turkey. I've finished P90X 2 months ago and going on with X3 right now. So my questions are; will you ever come to Turkey and do your awesome live exercises with us? and what would you suggest after I'm done with X3? Because I'm looking for a new adventure. Thanks for all the awesomeness you gave us, and stay young brother!!

          [–]Eman1981 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          Hi Tony,

          Super big fan, love all of your workouts and programs, especially your funny and motivating personality. My question is will there be a p90x4 to make it a quadrilogy?

          Also please film another cupcake video!

          Please say yes!

          [–]VincenzoMarsden 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          Hey Tony, thanks for participating on AMA! My mother is early onset type 2 diabetic, she's lost a lot of weight, but is till 230. She's also cut almost all carbohydrates and sugars from her diet. At her age (60) she'd have a really hard time jumping into P90X, but she wants to lose weight and can be motivated to exercise. What's a good way for someone like her to start out? Without putting too much strain on her heart and knees... Thanks a lot! Sincerely, Vincenzo.

          [–]splatt25 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          Tony, I do the "beach" workout in my backyard and have seen you post about your "Boxes and balls" workout. I'd love to give it a try! Is there anywhere you have that workout sequence posted?

          [–]wworkman12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          What up Tony?!

          I have developed a 30 minute alternative with p90x2 that I think you would be very interested in. I am using a weighted vest and ankle weights and I am seeing the best results I have ever seen. I have been doing a version of P90x for about 4 years now, and this evolution of a quick version of p90x2 has given me the best results yet. Do you recommend doing P90x2 with a weighted vest and ankle weights? I would love to show you what I have!

          Let me know your thoughts.

          [–]Damonstration 0 points1 point  (2 children)

          If you could only do one bodyweight exercise for the rest of your life, what would it be?

          [–]realtonyhorton[S] 9 points10 points  (1 child)

          I would never do that. Because it serves no purpose. But, I know you want your question answered so it would be pull-ups.

          [–]Damonstration 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          Thank you for the honest and blunt answer!

          [–]Midifinch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          My friends are starting P90X next week and would like me to participate. My brother-in-law's brother did it and looks great. My question is what would you recommend for a diet? Also, what do you eat normally?

          [–]mikeull 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          Hi Tony, thanks so much for putting together the helpful and entertaining programs!

          What do you suggest doing when lower back/sciatica flare ups get in the way of my workouts? Any modifications, things to avoid or focus on to preventing future injuries would be great.

          Love your work!

          [–]odower 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          When are you going to put Tim Ferriss through P90X? Or do an interview with him?

          [–]ghlibisk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          Do you think you could beat Shaun T in a fight?

          [–]two_off 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          Which of the P90* programs do you recommend most often to people?

          What's the biggest point of failure that people have with following the program?

          [–]mgianni19 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          Tony, my wife and I had a BLAST spending the weekend working out with you and Bill on stage in Atlantic City at Sweat AC in 2012. Hope to see you again sometime soon!

          Will you be coming to the Tri-State area (Baltimore area) anytime soon? Also, how many eggs is too many eggs? I love eggs.

          [–]TotallyNotKen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          My wife & I have done P90X several times, love it, love how our bodies responded to it. We're both 50ish, been married over 25 years, and are within a few pounds of what we weighed when we got married. So thanks for that.

          But I've been thinking about the long term. I know you've got new programs, but how long can one keep that up? Suppose we do the current set of routines through our 50s. Would they still be suitable for when we get to our 60s? 70s? 80s? I'm just guessing, I've never been 80, but based on the 80-year-olds I've known, there's no way they're going to complete the Plyometrics disk.

          What kind of long-term planning have you got in this regard? You're a businessman, you can look at demographics as well as anyone, and the population is aging. There are going to be a lot of old people, and if you can sell something suitable for them there will be money to be made. Is there a P90Geriatric in the future? Will it be ready by the time we're ready for it?

          [–]MaxxBeard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          Hi Tony. I'm 6' 260lbs. I've been down to 240, and as high as 280. I've always had a problem with my weight and my motivation to lose it, but I want to fix that. How do you manage to stay motivated?

          [–]sdsoldier760 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          "Fuck you Tony Horton" I mean that in the kindest way possible. I would yell that at the tv while I wrecked my body getting into shape. Thank you so much for making a plan for us to follow and get healthy. Now for a question. How do you feel about supplements, specifically, creatine?

          [–]splatt25 0 points1 point  (0 children)

          What's your favorite move from your "beach" workout?

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            [–]firsttimemagik 0 points1 point  (0 children)

            You should put him on the DVD. Just saying.

            [–]WIrunner 0 points1 point  (0 children)

            Tony, I just wanted to say thanks for everything. You have been motivation to keep going when I've wanted to stop. I am always looking for suggestions on a quick afterwork out snack. Greek yoghurt and protein shakes get old. What do you recommend?

            [–]jake2077 0 points1 point  (0 children)

            Hey Tony,

            Any consideration on refreshing P90X or is that what P90 is for? I love the routines but had to rush through the hour due to time constraints. I am doing P90X3 now and love it but sometimes need a little more.

            [–]clemtiger2011 0 points1 point  (0 children)

            So, we've wanted to ask this for a while - Is the point of the first week of P90X to enrage us to the point we want to kick your ass so badly that we've gotta stick with it, otherwise we'll never be able to? If so, you're definitely on the right path.

            [–]sinbysilence 0 points1 point  (0 children)

            Any advice for cardio motivation? I'm about thirty pounds over weight, recently joined a gym and started eating better. I can do weights all day long, but i can't make myself do more than ten to fifteen minutes of light cardio. It hurts and I feel like I'm dying every time. It's been the biggest demotivator for me so far.

            [–]DDKnockers 0 points1 point  (2 children)

            TONY YOU ARE A FITNESS GOD!!!!!

            Now that I have your attention hopefully, I wanted to ask what you recommend for someone who had a C-section and has hardened ligaments. I made it through one month of X3 but then fell off because I was a sad loser. But even after that month, my ligaments were still popping, particularly during YogaX.

            Any recommendations for getting my core strength back?

            Also, I am a Behavior Analyst by career, but I can't figure out how to self-manage my own behavior. How do you develop discipline when your a 30-year old? Isn't it too late???!

            [–]realtonyhorton[S] 2 points3 points  (1 child)

            About that God thing, you are so right :-) Isn't it funny that we often have to learn what we teach? I'm not your doctor, you need to go see one first, but from me to you through a screen via the internet... back off, back down, slow down, chill out. Start easy. There is no question in my mind whatsoever that you are not the perfect P90 candidate. I hate sounding like the guy is trying to sell his stuff on Reddit. The thought of that makes me throw up in my own mouth. But, if you want an answer to your question that will work, I don't know what else to tell you. So behavioral therapist, find a purpose, make a plan, surround yourself with like-minded badasses or create some from scratch and go finish this thing. BTW, did I mention it's important to do your best and forget the horse hockey inside of your brain preventing you from being awesome?!?

            [–]DDKnockers 1 point2 points  (0 children)

            LOL!!! You are officially my 3rd favorite person (of course, daughter and hubby come 1st and 2nd).

            Thanks Tony!

            [–]Royster99 1 point2 points  (0 children)

            Hey tony, do you have any advice on progressing to a muscle up?

            [–]Ebriate 0 points1 point  (1 child)

            What is some advice you have for people really out of shape who tried p90x and said screw this? Something to keep people from bring demotivated if they felt p90x was too difficult.

            [–]realtonyhorton[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

            The obvious answer is Zumba. The second most obvious answer is anything and everything that takes up less time and is less of a butt kicking. Gosh, I wonder why my last two programs were exactly that. I got the message, you loved P90X, but some of us can't finish it. X3 and P90 were designed to give you the confidence to keep going so you could get the results you couldn't being inconsistent with P90X.

            [–]Siiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii 0 points1 point  (0 children)

            Tony - Could you please give me the best explanation of the Krebs cycle you can in under 150 words, without leaving out details?

            [–]spikeyfuzzy 0 points1 point  (1 child)

            Tony!! I'm a big fan!!

            In one of your videos you said that we shouldn't say we couldn't do something but that we currently struggle with that something.

            What is something you initially struggled with that you can now do? (Could be exercise related or not.)

            [–]realtonyhorton[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

            There are dozens of things where I struggled early on. My whole life was a struggle early on. I couldn't speak in a straight sentence without stuttering or stammering. I had the aerobic capacity of a 90-year old cigarette smoking grandmother. There was no way on God's earth I could get up in front of a bunch of people and give a presentation. I was like a lot of people today who are still just limping along. I took a weight lifting class in college my sophomore year that changed everything for me. I'm talking above and beyond the physical changes. Every single one of us on this Earth are productive based on a couple of things:

            Confidence and energy. Regular fitness and proper fuel automatically change your attitude about what you're doing and where you're going. It gives you the CONFIDENCE to problem solve in your life. If you're exhausted because of a lack of exercise and poor diet, there is no way you'll have the energy to get it done, to move forward, to be productive, to solve problems, to get ahead. You can get that in a 25-minute P90 workout.

            [–]wworkman12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

            How do you feel about using a weighted vest and ankle weights for the P90X 2 platform?

            [–]beermeupscotty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

            Hi Tony! First of all, THANK YOU for P90X! That is seriously what kicked my butt into gear to lose weight (it took me 3 different tries but still!). I'm a month from finishing P90X3 and that's seriously such a great program for someone on the go. Also, I think you're way funnier on P90X3, so there's that.

            I have a couple of questions:

            • What are your views on the Healthy at Every Size movement?

            • How can I be in your next fitness video or at long least be in a test group?

            [–]kungfoojesus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

            Do you own a vitamix? I assume you do so give me a couple of tasty morning shake ideas.

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              [–]realtonyhorton[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

              WOW! Congrats to those 3 pullups for your wife, brother. When a woman can do just 1 pullup, it's extremely impressive. Men have 40x the testosterone that women do, so they have to work 40x harder. They earn every single pullups. Some of my cast members were full-time fitness instructors from the get go, but as far as I know these were lawyers, nurses, dental assistants, salesmans, moms and dads, many in the original test groups pulled off the street who got fit, stuck with their gig and just kept going.

              [–]TheElbow 0 points1 point  (1 child)

              Hi Tony.

              First, thanks for making P90X. I've been using it off and on for a few years now (along with X3).

              Second, as a native-born Rhode Islander, I'm curious, how often do you get back there? And what do you like to do when you go?

              Third, when you're working out, do you like to cycle through different versions of P90X (2, 3) or do you prefer one over the others? Or do you do something even more intense?

              [–]realtonyhorton[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

              Go Rhody! I try to get back every 4th of July and what a shock, I spend a lot of days training and heading down to Misquamicut Beach. For me, it's a mixed bag. A little X2, a little X3, and some original P90X. But, I never do any of them the way you would. In 15 years I've worked out to myself maybe twice so I follow the basic formats, but instead of pullups I'll use a lat pull machine, or instead of push ups I'll use a bench press, instead of tricep kickbacks, I'll get on my dip bar. I'm always integrating brand new movements that force me to work on a weakness. I like, scratch that, I love, being bad at things.

              [–]higlez 0 points1 point  (0 children)

              A guy from my hometown who graduated with my dad named Brian Sweeney posts a lot of pictures with you and gets to workout with you and I can't describe how jealous I am! Can you tell Brian, hello from his hometown Union City, PA?

              [–]Shoshus_RK 0 points1 point  (0 children)

              TONAY! Do your best and forget the rest baby.

              Let me thank you for shredding my abs. Any chance I can be in an upcoming filming of a workout?

              [–]Penman2310 0 points1 point  (0 children)

              Tony! I bought p90x a year or so ago. I did it for a couple of weeks but it was "too much" for me to handle at the time because I was out of shape (as I am now). What can you say to me or what can I do to get motivated to get back on the program??? It's an ass kicker for sure.

              [–]WonkaKnowsBest 0 points1 point  (0 children)

              Hey tony, finished p90x about a year ago and got some great results. I wanted to build a bit of lean muscle but wanted to get mainly bulk muscle. Any tips besides lower reps higher weight? Is there a special program to get the results of the 6 pack but also the guns of a lifter?

              [–]1car 0 points1 point  (0 children)

              Hi Tony! I've done p90x 4 times through and p90x3 and I'm back to doing p90x again. Love them. I've always been fit, had around 15-17% body fat over the past ten years, when I'm not pregnant, but I have a hard time cutting out the couple times a week I have sweets---mostly ice cream! Just curious what does a cheat meal for you look like and what is your guilty pleasure as far as sweets are concerned?

              [–]Thekeg26 0 points1 point  (0 children)

              Tony, I'm 205. How can I survive the 6 day shred on 800 calories and still work out? Looking to lose 20 pounds. I feel like I'd collapse

              [–]slenquist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

              Hi Tony. P90X got me into weight training back in high school. Thanks for that! What advice could you give me, a college freshman, about staying fit as I transition from teenager to adult?

              [–]PeedgeMcDuck 0 points1 point  (0 children)

              Tony, if I sent you my personal T25/P90X/P90X2/P90X3/Asylum schedule would you be able to critque it for me?

              [–]HelixDnB 0 points1 point  (0 children)

              Tony - I've done the beginning phases of P90X (do Ab ripper X a lot still) and also most of Insanity/T25. I used to get incredibly sore from P90X and not at all from Insanity/T25 and I believe it may be something to do with the cooldown afterwards. Any plans with future workout programs to change/improve the cooldown/stretching post-workout?

              [–]OhItsUncleJohn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

              Can you offer me personal words of inspiration? This will totally make it easier to get motivated.

              [–]Krustoff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

              Tony, I've been too lazy to look this up, but are you in any of the original Insanity videos? I swear I see you in Pure Cardio every now and then.

              [–]threeduckies 0 points1 point  (0 children)

              Big fan of your work, it changed mine and many of my friends lives. I'd like to know what you think about the ''if it fits your macros'' perspective on nutrition?

              [–]EatMorChikenz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

              Hey Tony! Thanks so much for creating such effective and fun workouts!! My boyfriend has been an advocate of all your products, and we are currently going back and doing P90X2 together! I love that your enthusiasm for a healthy lifestyle has led us into one!

              My question is, I know your videos have an athlete support modifications for those who are not ready for the full move. My dad is 65 and out of shape. He used to be a fantastic swimmer, but due to my mother's declining health he spends all his time tending to her needs. I really want him to be around for a long time, I'm 24 and anxious about his health. Where do you think he should start? He does have arthritis in his ankles so I wonder if the modifications are enough for him to follow? All of his doctors recommend he work on his physical health. What are some suggestions to get my dad back into shape?

              Thanks again for everything you've done to get everyone on a healthy life path!

              [–]1car 0 points1 point  (0 children)

              Since you don't watch your own videos to workout, what do you do for yoga? Do you design your own yoga sequences? How long are they? Do you only do yoga once a week?

              By the way, thanks to you, I started doing yoga and when I first tried it, I was tumbling and stumbling. Now I incorporate it 3-4 times a week and I'm much better! Thank you!

              [–]Mirgos 0 points1 point  (0 children)

              Hello Tony, what kind of exercises do you recommend for losing belly fat / what kind of diet do you think would be the best for a 1.78 guy and 80 Kilos 26 Years Old , do you recommend the blood type diet?

              I'm a really big fan of yours from Romania, just finished the CVX together with my GF ;)

              Keep up the good work!

              Katuuuush! :D

              [–]BoysHoleTroll 0 points1 point  (0 children)

              Has anyone really been far even as decided to use even go want to do look more like?

              [–]KwenDeMen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

              How was it working with jacksfilms on those parodies?

              [–]TheOffTopicBuffalo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

              What is the one simple change you would make to the average American diet to clean it up, and help America lose weight?

              [–]rogersrr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

              Hey Tony! Thanks so much for answering questions today! I have a question about Ab Ripper X. The Oblique V-Ups are REALLY difficult for me. I feel like if I balance more on the arm that's on the ground I can do them better. Is it okay to do that, or am I messing up the move too much?

              [–]arbsnotdead 0 points1 point  (0 children)

              Hey Tony! Thanks for doing this again! How do I convince my friends to be active everyday? Anything I say about exercise just makes them feel uncomfortable and I'd rather not keep yapping about it to not make things awkward for the group.

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