One thing that has amazed me about Insanity is how it seems to take up less time than P90X. Many of the workouts are under 60 minutes, so that's the main reason. However, even on days like Pure Cardio & Cardio Abs where you're working out for about an hour, you don't feel like you are. Everything is so fast-paced that time seems to fly by (except when you're doing plank work, haha!).
My only criticism so far is that I feel like the stretches are a bit too rushed. I like to inhale and exhale slowly and get deep into my stretch. Shaun T is a bit on the hyper side. He does stress that warm up and stretching are the most important parts of the workout, though, so that's a good reminder for those of us who are just ready to jump in. If I don't get used to the quick stretching, I may start pausing the DVD and do my own thing.
Pure Cardio is tough all the way through, but it's becoming one of my favorites. These days are like combining Plyo with Ab Ripper X. Crazy stuff. Because of the high level of intensity and movement, I've been sticking to VERY small amounts of water during the water breaks. Too many times was I having to stop my floor sprints because my stomach was full of water.
Cardio Abs is going great. I'm still having a bit of trouble getting through the final couple of moves without taking breaks, but I know by the end of Insanity, I'll be able to do them perfectly.
My "fear" of Insanity has dissuaded, and I'm happy to say that I am enjoying this level of fitness. I've been working out hard enough to know when I can push harder and when I should take breaks. Insanity has helped me get more in touch with my strengths and weaknesses.
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