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Fastpitch86

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Bought P90X so our family can use.

Our basement is relatively small and carpeted. When doing these workouts, what are some recommendations to keep the carpet in good condition (wear & tear, dripping sweat, etc)? We have some Yoga mats to lay out but not sure if these exercises will go off the mats.
 
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Fastpitch86 said:
Bought P90X so our family can use.

Our basement is relatively small and carpeted. When doing these workouts, what are some recommendations to keep the carpet in good condition (wear & tear, dripping sweat, etc)? We have some Yoga mats to lay out but not sure if these exercises will go off the mats.
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P90X is excellent though you will learn to hate how easy some of the demo donkeys do the exercises.

Those weight room jigsaw mats are excellent to work out on. Not the most attractive for the family room (e have it set up in our garage), but better than ruining the area rug.
 
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marriard said:
P90X is excellent though you will learn to hate how easy some of the demo donkeys do the exercises.

Those weight room jigsaw mats are excellent to work out on. Not the most attractive for the family room (e have it set up in our garage), but better than ruining the area rug.
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Will check out those mats. Also, am considering getting home fitness equipment? We recently disposed of our old treadmill, used it pretty regularly. Any pros/cons to ellipticals, inclines, airdyne machines over getting another treadmill? Never used anything but a treadmill.
 
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Fastpitch86 said:
Will check out those mats. Also, am considering getting home fitness equipment? We recently disposed of our old treadmill, used it pretty regularly. Any pros/cons to ellipticals, inclines, airdyne machines over getting another treadmill? Never used anything but a treadmill.
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I use an elliptical because of achilles tendinitis. Much easier on the joints. Anything you use is good. If you don't like it then you won't use it. Treadmills can fold up and save space. Not sure about the other machines.

If you want some home equipment, look at adjustable dumbbells. Versatile and take up little space. I recommend getting the stand if you get some. It will save your back.

https://www.amazon.com/Bowflex-SelectTech-Adjustable-Dumbbells-Pair/dp/B074PLPV4K

Maybe get a cheap area rug to roll out? The puzzle matts will shift apart with a lot movement.
 
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Good luck with the P90x workouts. I did a few cycles of them back in my younger days. Not a chance in hell I could keep up with them now. I highly recommend the Yoga X workout. It is one of the longer ones at just over an hour, but if you have never done yoga before, give it a chance. The Cardio-x is a good beginner one to start with in the series. It is a moderate work out in the 35-40 minute range if I remember correctly. Also Ab-ripper is a good one,(supplement to the other workouts) and it is only about 20 minutes.

One of the ones I absolutely hated was plyometrics. I recommend you be in good shape and be prepared for some sore legs before you even attempt that one.

As far as equipment, I think if each of you has your own yoga mat that would be enough room wise. I would maybe think about getting some type of two way carpet tape or something to keep them from sliding around. Some of the videos require weights. If you don't have dumbells, you can pick up some of those exercise bands in different strengths for substitute. Other things to have on hand, yoga block, towels, water.

And as said above, you will hate how easy some of the people make it look. Start slow and don't expect to be able to keep up with the instructors in the beginning.
 
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Il softball fan said:
Good luck with the P90x workouts. I did a few cycles of them back in my younger days. Not a chance in hell I could keep up with them now. I highly recommend the Yoga X workout. It is one of the longer ones at just over an hour, but if you have never done yoga before, give it a chance. The Cardio-x is a good beginner one to start with in the series. It is a moderate work out in the 35-40 minute range if I remember correctly. Also Ab-ripper is a good one,(supplement to the other workouts) and it is only about 20 minutes.

One of the ones I absolutely hated was plyometrics. I recommend you be in good shape and be prepared for some sore legs before you even attempt that one.

As far as equipment, I think if each of you has your own yoga mat that would be enough room wise. I would maybe think about getting some type of two way carpet tape or something to keep them from sliding around. Some of the videos require weights. If you don't have dumbells, you can pick up some of those exercise bands in different strengths for substitute. Other things to have on hand, yoga block, towels, water.

And as said above, you will hate how easy some of the people make it look. Start slow and don't expect to be able to keep up with the instructors in the beginning.
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Sounds like a good starting point. I watched those P90X workouts and they are a bit intense so the Yogo and Cardio is probably a good starting point.
 
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