Overview
One problem that nearly every other workout program on the market has is that after about a week or so they get boring. Sparking up the DVD and playing the same old workout routine every day or every other day gets old real fast, especially if the trainer is just a little too bubbly, or the workouts are a little to easy to perform, even when you’re outpacing the instructors. Insanity is designed to break that mold, keep your body guessing, and keep you interested in continuing on through the program.
The Claim
Insanity claims to be able to re-condition your entire body in just 60 days. They say it might just be the hardest fitness program ever released to the masses. There’s not too many other companies that are claiming that, deciding instead to provide workouts that are designed to get you moving and in shape, just not necessarily cut and super-fit.
The Hype
Naming your product Insanity is a form of hype. You’re only going to attract those die hard individuals that want to toss out the same old workout routines and go bonkers trying to break their plateau and reach that next fitness level. It’s also created a stir in the workout community, as those that have finished it say it works, and those that haven’t wonder if it does.
The Cost
The total cost is $145 with shipping included. To get started it’s just $65 and then 2 more payments of $40 per month. You’re backed by a 60 day guarantee, so you’ll definitely know if you want to keep it before then.
The Commitment
If you know anything about fitness and how the body works, you know that it will take some strong effort to retool your body in just two months time. It’s possible, and Insanity can help get you there, but definitely take a moment to find your center on this one and commit to doing what it takes and going all out for the full 60 days. Basically put your blinders on to the rest of the world and don’t look up until the challenge is over.
Evaluation
Shaun T is your host for Insanity, and he’s also the trainer for the follow-up Asylum. He’s a pretty good host, he doesn’t get annoying, and he has perfect form when he shows you how to do all of the moves. One thing he is good at is moving between the different models that are showing you how to do the exercises and getting them to do it even better, or to push it even harder. If you pretend that it’s you, it’s like having a personal trainer motivate you directly.
High Intensity Interval Training has been shown to produce noticeable results, but it goes against the grain of conventional wisdom. It involves short bursts of high intensity training, followed by low periods, and you just keep alternating between those highs and lows. The result is that you not only burn calories in the moment, but you continue to burn them long after you’re done. Compared to low intensity cardio training, where you only burn calories while you’re actually doing the exercise.
One thing we like that separates Insanity from the rest of what’s out there is their Fit Test. This is a series of exercises th
at you do and record how many times you can do them in the allotted time period. You do this on day one to get an idea of where you’re at. You don’t have to hit a specific target, or judge yourself or get down on yourself for not being in shape, it’s just a way to put down on paper where you’re starting from, and is more effective than a before picture – but you might want to take one of those too.At strategic points during the 60 days you’ll be instructed to take the Fit Test again. If you’re like me your eyes will light up when you see that you can now do more of the same exercises in the same amount of time. Sometimes the mirror lies to us, and structural changes take time to appear physically. But fitness in relation to getting stronger and increasing stamina is harder to measure. The Fit Test definitely helps keep you motivated, just keep in mind that the next Fit Test is coming up and you want to be able to perform at your best.
How could Insanity not work? The fact is, if you put in the effort and stick with it, it must produce results. Will you look like the models in the DVD after 60 days? Probably not. But you’ll be in the best shape that you yourself have ever been in, and at the end of the day that’s really all that counts. The problem many people have is getting a specific idea of how they’ll look at the end of the program, but you should really focus on how you feel, and on what you can do that you couldn’t do before. That’s the true measure of success.
Insanity is that workout program that you can always come back to. If you get it and try it and can’t stick with it, just hold on to it. Keep your training going and give Insanity another go in a month’s time. You might have to build your way up to it, but the workout itself will never go out of style, and will always produce results when you put the time in.
Official Website: Insanity
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What I like about Insanity is the kind of honesty you don't normally get with these kinds of programmes. Yes, this programme is very hard, and yes it would be accurate to describe the process as insane. But just like every other programme out there, the real factor when trying to achieve a lean and muscular physique is your diet. That is unless you happen to be in your late teens or early twenties. If not, then it is your calorie intake which will dictate your fat levels, not the amount of exercise you do. The high intensity programme of Insanity is great for fat loss, but only alongside a STRICT DIETRY REGIME. I'm sorry, but it's the only way, and as hard as the exercising is, not cheating on your diet is just soooo much harder.
It's good to read a well balanced and sensible review of Insanity. I'm only on week on myself and I'm loving it. You are right in saying that you get out what you put in.. Thanks for sharing the review! :)
Well, I just got the work out program and I started yesterday along with my brother. Let me just tell you I knew the fit test was going to kick my butt, but i never imagined my brother getting his butt kicked he's really into excersie and he can run like no one's business but the fit test had him on the floor gasping for breath. I can already tell you it works because i was in a pool of sweat, my legs, my back, my arms and my core feel sore and I can definitly say it worked me to the max. I can't wait to continue with it and see how I do in 15 days on the fit test. My ultimate goal is to loose 20 pounds in the first run. My ultimate goal is to loose 90 pounds so i can start getting ready physically and join the military. I'm going to keep updating and see where this goes.
I've tried many things like working out alone with weights and going to the gym, and doing normal things, it yielded results but not exactly what I had in mind. I than started a workout on DVD, it was great but after two weeks it became a drag and wasted my time for little strive and workout. Than I started insanity and I've loved it so far! You have to really push and keep going even when your body feels like it's having fatigue , but pushing is the point! The workouts are great and dynamic! The host is enthusiastic and pushes you beyond your limit, leaving you with a great feeling after completion. If you want a life and body changing workout that will push you and is time conservative. Insanity is a great workout to do!!! Defiantly worth it!
hallo every one i am on week 3 of insanity and all i can say is that i really started to see the big diffrence in in about a week and half it realy does work but u have to stay with it i dont realy do the eating plan they give you with. but i stay away from the fatty food as much as i can all i can say it works just have togive it a 100 percent. i will let u guys know in 3 weeks how i am doing....
Im 5/8 and about 150 pounds kinda skinny but with a little gut will Insanity work for me.I know it wont give me huge muscles but will it give me abs.Also i ten to be sore every now when i work out for a few days.
OMGGG YESSS IT DOES WORK!
Did it over the summer in my garage ( my garage was STEAMING HOT LIKE A SUNA and pluse i did the work out there i was DRIPPING SWEAT! All my hair was wet like if i was showering pretty gross but it worked). But trust me it WORKS! i finished the whole workouts and i felt so proud i lost soo much weight after that i felt to cocky and started to eat what ever cause i looked "GOOD" but that didnt work lol i gained some weight not so much but just like 5-10 pounds you cant really tell cause im tall 5'9 (girl) so ehhh but today im going to start it again cause my birthday is comming up so i need/want to look GOOD (march 20th) sooo im hoping to loose 10-15 pounds.
wish me luck :))))
Hey Guys! I am only 15 and doing insanity! its hard but if you want to get results, trust me it will work my first day i thought i was done after 1 minute of insanity but i push through it and i am only in my 3rd week but i feel like a million bucks but i still have a long way to go its fine if you cant get the recovery drink or eat 5 meals a day but you want to eat the best you can. as long as you work hard and push through you WILL get results and also if your getting really tired like i do during the video pause it for 5 to 10 seconds get water and start back up. if you want results this WILL work and if you have more questions just ask me. Thanks! and Good Luck!
I just started insanity yesterday, I'm really excited and willing to put in the effort. I'm 15 and wanted to know how the program worked for you when you did it a few years ago.
what if I dont have the recovery drink? will i still get good results doing everything else?
As I was looking at my Youtube comments for my Insanity before and after results, I noticed that my video was embedded on this site. I just wanted to let all of the readers know that this program was the best thing that has ever happened to me. I'm in better shape now then I ever was in high school and I was a tri-athlete (soccer, basketball, and track). I did follow the meal plan 100%. The workouts are only an hour a day. The meal plan is a lifestyle change. If you have anymore questions about Insanity, you can leave a comment on my video page. Good luck to anyone attempts Insanity.