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P90X3 vs Focus T25 – One Will NOT Work as Well

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P90X3 vs Focus T25I have had a lot of questions coming through regarding my thoughts on P90X3 vs Focus T25. They are both good programs, but I feel there are HUGE differences between both of them.

Today I will share my thoughts on P90X3 vs Focus T25 so you can determine which one is best for you. Be sure to check out the information below for the case study because one will NOT work as well as the other one depending on where you fall in fitness.

P90X3 vs Focus T25 – The Workouts

Check out this chart that explains some of the details between P90X3 vs Focus T25.

T25 vs P90X3
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Learn More about Focus T25 | Learn more about P90X3

Focus T25 or P90X3 – Which One Should YOU Do?

So many team members have asked me, “which one should I start with?” This is a great question, and I have an opinion on this question. Obviously it is my own opinion, but having completed both Focus T25 and P90X3, I realized the HUGE difference between both of them.

My Case Study with Coach Jimmy

Jimmy, who is a Coach on Team Sweet Life lost 49 pounds with Focus T25. We both did a lot of discussion as to why he was so successful with the program. Here are his before and after photos:

Focus T25 Results Jimmy

Jimmy had a lot of weight to lose in the beginning. He worked hard at the program and was able to lose a ton of weight with T25. I was doing the same program he was, and really didn’t lose as much weight (or should I say “Fat”). This is where the real point of P90X3 vs Focus T25 comes into play.

DETERMINE What your GOAL is: Lose Fat or Get Ripped

If you have a lot of weight to lose, or have a body fat percentage of 20% or more, Focus T25 would be right for you. I use Coach Jimmy as the case example, where he got phenomenal results and regained his fitness. With the success of Focus T25, he has now transitioned to P90X3.

If you are like me and suffer with Skinny Fat (10-19% body fat), it’s time to get ripped! Muscle burns fat, and if you are at least in some good physical condition, P90X3 is a good program to jump into.

So here is another handy chart to determine which one is right for you:

P90X3 or T25

Learn More about Focus T25 | Learn more about P90X3

Which one is Harder? P90X3 or T25?

After checking out that image, the next question I get a lot of us, which one is harder?

The best I can say about this is that they are both tough in their own right. If you want to get serious results with either program, you’ll have to push yourself past your comfort zone.

But if you are someone that has a lot of weight to lose, as I mentioned above, I strongly recommend Focus T25. You can also feel free to check out my Focus T25 Review or also my P90X3 Review for more details.

P90X3 or Focus T25 – Video Review

Coach Bob explains the details in his video review

LET US HELP YOU

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YOU DECIDE: P90X3 vs Focus T25

Based on the information you’ve read, check out which one is best for you. Either purchase comes with your Free Team Beachbody account and free support from me and the team of Sweet Life Fitness. If you want to get even BETTER results, consider getting the Beachbody Challenge Pack for P90X3 vs Focus T25 for savings and added nutrition.


Focus T25 vs P90X3P90X3 vs T25

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Comments

  1. This was really helpful. I just completed week one of Beta round T25 and have been starting to get a bit frustrated. I’m not dropping weight or measurements although I started at 118lbs so I didn’t need to lose that much. My main goal is to have killer abs and ripped lean muscles. I just ordered P90X and I think that will help me reach my goals after T25 is complete. I am still happy with the progress I am making in T25 but in the meantime for the next 4 weeks of the program I’m looking to add a few extra exercises to help strengthen my core and tone my arms and leg muscles. Let me know if you recommend anything particular. Thanks

  2. onelovelivity First off, WAY TO GO on T25, you should be very proud of your accomplishment. Great job on doing P90X, and be sure to Join Sweet Life if you haven’t already and we will get you into our online FB groups for more fun & support.
    As for the next few weeks, I’d recommend adding in the Ab intervals and dynamic core as a secondary workout for the day if you have the time to spare for the extra 25 mins (considering your core focus). Also, be sure you really zero in on your macros and calories per day. If you have any questions on how to rock and roll with the nutrition, let me know and I can share some tips.

    Thanks, and keep doing great things!
    Coach Bob

  3. I’m an ex college football player, and was wondering if I could do T25 and a football weightlifting program combined? Basically a two-a- day type of training, one in the morning other at night. Do think my body could handle that?

  4. airraid86 Yes this would be a great mix, especially if you are looking to make lean gains without adding body fat during a weightlifting bulk. As long as you have enough right food and keep your carbs at a good level to ensure you are gaining the right energy to power through both of them, you’ll be set, and have an awesome set-up to gain/maintain weightlifting mass while not adding body fat.

    Keep me posted on your journey!

  5. How many times a day do you do the work out and what time a day should you do them?

  6. TabithaIles One time per day for the workouts 🙂 Also, I always say that the best time to do them is the best time that works for you! As long as you pick a time that you know you will stay committed to and motivated to push play each day, you’ll be set for success.

    While there is studies out there saying that morning workouts before you eat can help burn fat faster, I honestly can say that morning is not my favorite time of day, and I’d rather push mine towards night time, with a focus on nutrition.

    Thanks for stopping by!

  7. I finished T25 and loved it! Now I am in the 4th week of p90x. I really love this program as well. I have been debating about doing t25 again after p90x or trying p90x3. I am very interested in the hybrid schedule of the 2. Time is a factor me. I have a little more time in the summer when the kids aren’t in school, so that is why I decided to give p90x a try. Also, it sat around for a year because I was afraid to try it after not working out for a long time. After t25, I felt like I could do anything:). I should finish p90x shortly after school starts up again. Do you recommend completing p90x3 then starting the hybrid schedule? My fitness goal is really just to tone up, be fit, and maintain. Sorry if I posted twice, I think my first post was lost when I tried to post before creating an account

  8. Chantz94 Thanks for stopping by, and WAY TO GO on Focus T25 and then rocking out to P90X! After doing X you are definitely set for P90X3, and I would recommend giving that one a shot as it is first to reap the benefits. It has some really good cardio mixed into the resistance like CVX & Agility X that will keep you going…plus with your goals of tone up and being fit, this is definitely a good option for your goals.

    Then after that you can battle the mountains! Definitely keep me posted on your journey, and don’t hesitate to ask questions anytime!

    -Coach Bob

  9. So, I’ve just restarted p90x3.
    I started it a several months ago but a vacation and laziness got in the way, and I only went to week 7.

    Now I just finished week 2 (but it’s actually been almost 3 weeks)  bc life just gets in the way, I sometimes skip a few days and then do 2 workouts in a row. 

    I don’t follow the diet plan either.

    Am I just kidding myself? Will I be able to get any results doing the program the way I’m doing it?

    I’m 5’2″ 111lbs so I’m really looking to gain muscle (do a real pull up) and just lose a little bit of fat.

  10. tangielee Thanks for stopping by! I’ll say that during my original P90X journey, I didn’t usually follow the diet plan and skipped workouts. The real trick is determining your ultimate goal. If you want the lean physique, flat belly, abs, etc – definitely plug into the nutrition plan and go full force. But if you aren’t looking for the full blown ripped physique, working out 4-5 times per week and at least managing your calories (calories in vs calories out) can help you get marginal results.

    I wish there was a better answer – but after having a similar struggle (and my goal is to build muscle & lose fat 100%), I realized I had to give in and go all in on the game.

    Feel free to join us and we can make it worth it through free motivation/etc on our FB group page: http://sweetlifefitness.net/join-sweet-life-free/

    Definitely keep me posted on your progress!

  11. Hi 

    Just seen your youtube video comparing T25 & P90x3.   I am 38yrs old, married with kids and the only thing i burn here is money on my family!  I now want to pay attention burning fat and get a toned body.  

    I am 5,11 and 13st7  (i think 192pounds in USA language), unfit and i have a thin on the outside/fat in the inside body – if thats makes any sense?   I can eat like a horse and gain little weight.  However my belly  and man moobs are expanding and my fitness is non – existence.    I tried Crossfit last year for a month  but time & other commitments got in the way.

    I was not aware of PX90x3 and now i am torn  to which programme to purchase.  I am one of these people thats likes to see results to keep their motivation  going.    I am off to Tenerife for a nice holiday in October and i want to feel good about myself and wife hands all over me 🙂 .

    Any pointers will be appreciated.

  12. JDUK Thanks for stopping by!! Nothing wrong with burning money on the family (I do it too much too LOL)…but definitely good to burn up some fat too. Thanks for sharing your story & stats, that was very helpful. Ideally one of the big things to focus on is your goal of burning fat. If you liked the idea of Crossfit with the resistance training (weights/pull ups/ropes/etc), P90X3 would be the closest match for that type of style. But if you would rather stick away from that stuff, T25 does focus on cardio with minimal weights (just a set or two of lighter dumbbells during the 2nd month).

    If your ultimate goal is to burn down the body fat and see the faster results, I would check out T25 first. That way you get a good 25 minute burn each day (which I’ve found to be much easier to stick with vs the 60+ mins per day). Then, as you burn down your belly fat, any further toning goals (abs, arms, etc) can definitely be accomplished with X3. I have seen a lot of success so far in the T25 to X3 journey.
    I hope that points you a bit in the right direction. Let me know if that makes sense, and what other questions you have.

  13. Many thanks for this. It does look like T25 is easier to get into with minimal fuss. Do you have any recommendations to build on upper body muscles if I take on T25 at the same time?
    Also interested in adding you as coach, how does this work?
    Appreciate you taking your own time out to respond.

  14. JDUK So sorry for the delay! I was running around the past two days and I’m finally back and settled in 🙂

    For the upper body muscles, what you’ll notice is that Beta focuses on that a bit. I’d recommend 8s, 10s, or 15 pound dumbbells once month two comes around. If you want to add additional focus you can get the Focus T25 Gamma (which is the third month, separate from Alpha & Beta which come in the kit).

    Also, for coaching you can do one of two things. If you want to get the kit you can get that by buying anything right off of this site which assigns your coach as me and our Team. If you want to chat more, go to the Join Sweet Life Free button at the very top left of this website and you can see the details.

    Thanks!

  15. I just finished Beta phase. I went from 23% to 17% body fat. I’m 5’11 and
    i am now 179. Do you think i should do Gamma? Or go straight to P90x3?

    I’m really torn on what to do now that I am done with the 70 days. I lost 20 pounds doing t25.

  16. AbsTrakt15 First and foremost – CONGRATS on dropping that body fat with T25…those are stellar results for sure. The question I have for you is, how do you feel your strength is right now? If you want to build up a bit more, Gamma is definitely a great option (and trust me, Speed 3.0 will give you a heck of a challenge). Just some light dumbbells will help you out.
    But if you are feeling stronger and ready to rock and roll, X3 all the way. Just be sure to get the right equipment (at least a few dumbbells and pull-up bar: http://sweetlifefitness.net/p90x3-equipment/

    Great job again, and keep me posted on your future progress!

  17. SweetLifeCoach Thank you for the quick reply! I figured I’d try Gamma because I may have lost weight but I still don’t think I’m where I want to be strength wise. I did the first day today which was 3.0 and it KILLED me. I was actually glad. I had to take short breaks and modify a few moves. This is exactly what I needed because I didn’t feel like the last week of beta did anything since they started to feel too easy (even the two video days).  I wasn’t counting on Gamma to be this hard. But I’m glad they do. I hope the other videos make you work this hard.

    I also checked out the video you linked me too. I think I will still go and buy equipment and do p90x3 AFTER gamma. 
    Any advice on which video I should choose for Friday’s as the second video? Thank you for that reply it really encouraged me to stick through it and go on to Gamma.

  18. I’m 5’6 180 female wanting to lose twenty 25
    Lbs. I’m thinking about the t25 and p90x3 hybrid program . I’d like to know your advice and what eating program I should do. I’m currently on the 21 day fix and I need something more .

  19. Hi, I’m a female, 22 years old, 5’8, and 280 pounds. I desperately want to lose weight! I have all the time in the world so I’m not worried about the workouts conflicting with my schedule. But, I have never really worked out before, so I guess I would be in the beginner stage. Which should I use, T-25, Insanity, P90x, any thing else you have? My main focus is losing weight, not muscles, tone, etc, but if I can get that too that would be great. Please, can you help me?

  20. AbsTrakt15 SweetLifeCoach  For some reason I didn’t get an alert that you replied – so sorry for the delay 🙂 – Great job on Gamma..and yes Speed 3.0 KILLS. That one is the grand-daddy of them all, and the key is doing the best you can and getting the best burn you can…don’t worry about keeping up 100%!

    As for the double day Friday, I would actually recommend checking out the Hybrid for the Fridays. This is what I did, and I’ll say that it did give me a challenge, but most importantly it also helped me feel confident going back to some of the Alpha & Beta moves knowing that things were starting to improve! http://sweetlifefitness.net/focus-t25-workout-schedule/

    Keep me posted!

  21. swsw0007 I can absolutely help you out! If you are cool with cardio, T25 is a great place to start, especially if you haven’t worked out before or haven’t in a long time. It’s 60 days long and 25 mins (it’s a good way to start, the longer ones can be taxing and can honestly get boring, speaking from my personal experience). You can always use T25 for a few rounds, meaning doing it more than once, or once you get the results you want with T25 you can always scale up to something else depending on your next goals.

    Check out http://sweetlifefitness.net/fitness-programs/focus-t25/ for more. Also, I apologize for the delay, for whatever reason the system didn’t tell me there was a new comment!
    Thanks 🙂

  22. ncline06 Great question! I would definitely recommend the T25/X3 hybrid for sure (I believe we also spoke via e-mail? If not you may have just asked the same questions as someone else lol). As for nutrition, I would suggest sticking with the P90X3 nutrition guide, and if you want to connect we can chat about the goals near the end of the program (aka, the last few weeks as you wind down to Day 90) and the best nutrition focus: http://sweetlifefitness.net/join-sweet-life-free/

    Also I apologize for the delay, the system didn’t tell me I had new comments 🙁
    Thanks!

  23. Hi there… I’ve just completed insanity…. Now I want to tone more as I don’t think insanity did that for me… Would you say px90x3 would be better than t25

  24. alfieandriley Good job on completing Insanity! I would say that based on your goal of toning, P90X3 would be a better option. The mixture of resistance-based training (Total Synergistics, Eccentric Upper/Lower) combined with Cardio (CVX, MMX, etc) helps with the overall muscle toning and body fat reduction that you are after.

    If that is the one you decide on, and grab it here, we’ll add you into our private group too so you can get additional tips and motivation all for free.

    Let me know if you have any questions, and keep me posted on your progress!

  25. Hi im female 5 ‘ 2 124lbs I did insanity 2yrs ago and lost 80lbs. Ive been doing t25 since it came out and havent lost any weight. I want to tone .. I started gamma and havent seen results im on week 3 feels like ill never tone to where I want to be help!

  27. (First of all my english is really bad so don’t focus on ortography or redaction)
    Really good post! but i have a different opinión, because i made T25 and P90X3 (also made insanity and now i’m doing insanity asylum aka worst nightmare ever made!) and i can say both are tough programs if you push yourself like you said, my complain is about your information of T25, yes the alpha and beta phase are more cardio and fat loss (more tan get ripped and build muscle), BUT when you do the gamma phase of T25 is another type of program, this phase include more strenght (lot of dumbells and pull up bar in some alternatives) and speed, i told you this because i made T25 with body fat lower than 15% (i’m making taekwondo for 3 years so my fitness level is above the average), even so i get ripped almost at the level when i made insanity or P90X3.
    Keep going with information like this! is really good for the ones who don’t know what program is better depending on the objective!

  28. Just be patient and keep pushing! when i made insanity (8 weeks) i was around 6 weeks without results, but in the 7 week i drop lot of weight (around 7 Kg) and get an awesome muscular tone, in this program could be the same, so just be patient, sometimes results come after finish the program because muscle need some time to burn fat and get tone 😀

  29. Both my husband and I have been looking for a workout regimen that would work with our busy schedule so the 30 minutes is very convenient from both programs. I personally do the stationary bike daily and have been doing deep water aqua twice a week. Both my husband and I have some weight to lose approximately 15 to 20 lbs each but due to 2 broken legs (1. roller derby and 2. falling down stairs where the screws in my leg from previous break caught lip of step and body weight landed on it. My bone density is good these were just freak accidents) in 2 years my ability to jump etc. is limited. We both want to implement cardio and muscle strengthening but again just need some direction on which would be the best program considering our circumstances. We are both just under 40 years of age and looking to extend our lives but also we insist our children stay active so it only seems right that we do too. All help is greatly appreciated.

  30. Hey Jennifer thanks for stopping by! I will say that both T25 and P90X3 tend to have a lot of jumping around/etc that may not be fun on the knees/legs. What I have been doing lately with my wife is P90, which is actually amazing! I wouldn’t say that it is “easy”, but rather that it is smart and intelligent on not beating you up while giving you a great working (see my latest review on it: http://sweetlifefitness.net/p90-sweat-a-review-ab-ripper-review/. This could be something to check out to drop those 15-20 pounds easily without risking too much strain on the legs.

    Definitely keep me posted on your progress and feel free to check out the program under the “Fitness Programs” menu above and we’ll help you rock the program!

  31. I have been researching p90x and t25 focus, etc…. I am a little confused.

    since, I have been running, yoga, very activities with my girls. I have p90x. I did not use all of them .. just cardio, karate sp?, yoga, and other…

    Now, I am on T25 gamma. is it ok if I skip alpha and beta ?? ( I just love it. perfect schedule and I felt more energy for full of day.

    I was thinking about ordering p90x3 or should I order t25 focus alpha and beta ?

    any suggestion?

  32. I have the T25 program and I find myself stopping and starting again. I’m 4’11 and 155lbs, and I am starting to stop breathing when I sleep because of my weight. I tried the whole ” get a partner or get a family member(husband)” but that doesn’t help me at all. I’m tired of hearing my husband talk about how I need to lose weight for my overall health. How do I start back again and stay on T25? Plus I have a leg injury so I wear a brace when I walk. I know about that modification and I want to do more but not hurt my knee as much. Thanks.

  33. Hi, thanks for the helpful tips at the outset, but I was wondering if you could help me further. I Had to stop playing football, and any high impact sport (anything involving running etc) after a hip arthroscopy when I was just 27. I have managed to maintain a decent level of fitness through golf and cycling etc, but am starting to feel the mid 30’s strain and the belly is starting to increase as the months go by. I initially looked at the t25 but am now between that and the p90x3. What I was wondering was which would be the best to suit low impact? I know t25 has a mediator who shows alternative moves when things get more active, does p90x3 also have this? I also read the reply to the previous customer, but I feel that the p90, which is labelled as beginner on their site, might not give me the focus or work out I need in other areas. However, I do need to protect my hip, and extend its longevity as much as possible to avoid hip replacements sooner. Can you advise which of the courses would suit me better? Much appreciated!

  34. Hey Koe thanks for stopping by!
    That is fine that you went right to Gamma, especially considering the foundation you built during your P90X journey. What I would recommend is doing something like P90X3, only because Alpha & Beta, while it would be good, may not meet your goals if you are looking at keeping the endurance and muscle tone.

    What are you big goals from the standpoint of fitness?

    -Coach Bob

  36. Great question Kevin – I would say T25 would be a good option to look into but definitely zero-in on the modifier (especially when they do the burpee move, as that involves some high impact movement). Of course check with the doctor anyway just to be 100% certain before you start, but if you are looking for more cardio to focus on body fat, this could be a viable option for sure.

    Thanks for stopping by!

    Bob

  37. Much appreciated! I Have read a bit more and most reviews echo what you say in terms of t25 for cardio and fat burn, but p90x3 for a more all round workout. I have discovered that p30x3 has a sale in at Amazon at the moment so it’s £35 cheaper than t25 at the moment which is a great saving. The only other thing is that I’m not sure my doorway beside my workout space will suit a chin up bar, which I know p90x3 requires so I’ll need to take account of that as well. Anyway, thanks again for the advice and all the best! Cheers

  38. I am a 23-year-old, 5’1″ and have held my weight steady at about 145 for the past few years. When I was 14 and still growing, I was 4’10” and weighed 112, but my body fat content was only 16.7%. I was a swimmer for 3 years after that, so I now have even more muscle; given that I don’t think I can expect to ever weigh less than 125 pounds.
    I am a fifth-year engineering college student, so you may be able to understand how I’ve let myself go the past few years. Since my final semester won’t be too difficult, I’d like to do what I can to get back in shape before graduation. I signed up for a beginner’s boxing class for course credit, but since that will be done at half-impact contact, I probably need to supplement that will something more intense.
    My dad recently purchased T25. He liked it, but couldn’t go past week 1 because he threw his back out – he does that a lot, nothing to do with the program. I was thinking about taking it off his hands so I could do it. I’m pretty excited to get started because I haven’t seen it not work for anyone. Not sure how much weight-loss I can expect to achieve after 50 days, so I guess we’ll find out. It would be nice for my weight to break 130 for the first time in 6 years.

  39. Hi, thanks for doing these reviews, they’re very helpful! I am still trying to decide which program to do/if I can commit to any program right now.

    I have a question about maintenance after the programs – after the program is done, I’m assuming you can’t just go back to never working out or you’ll lose the muscle you gained (or gain the fat you lost) but what level of maintenance is needed for each program to keep to body you get? Is it about the same? Do you have any tips on the amount and frequency you need to workout to maintain the new you?

    Thanks 🙂

  40. hey Zed thanks for stopping by! That is a great question and an important part. Maintenance after P90X3 or T25 (or any workout program for that matter) is definitely something you need. While you won’t go back to the original look overnight, not doing anything and going back to a bad diet will definitely work against you. What I recommend is doing around 3 days per week of the program during maintenance.

    Then, when you are ready to kick it up a notch or push yourself to the next level you can restart the program again for another round, or check out another program depending on your ultimate goal.

    Thanks!
    Coach Bob

  41. Rachel,

    Thanks for stopping by and great job on starting up with T25!! I’m sorry to hear your Dad had a back issue. One of the keys to the weight loss that you are aiming for is combining it with nutrition, which we can definitely help you achieve. Feel free to team up with us for free (http://sweetlifefitness.net/join-sweet-life-free/) and we’ll get you connected!

    Thanks!
    Coach Bob

  42. hi, i’m Megan i am skinny size 8 but just want to keep really that way and stay fit, and tone up a little. i eat lots of take a ways and don’t have much of an apatite and i have a terrible addiction to eating junk foods such as sweets and orange Capri suns i have 3 to 4 a day and no apatite for anything else at all really can you give me any real advice ?? i want to get back into a good eating pattern with real, healthy foods and some good work out routines to push me back into that healthy woman i once was ??

  43. Hi! Thanks for the great reviews! I have a very different question from the others I have read. I am a 53 year old who started running on January 1, 2009 (one resolution I did keep). When I started I was 5’9″ and 245 lbs. OBESE! Now I am 170 lbs. I have competed in 5 marathons and numerous other races. I have basically been able to lose my weight and keep it off by running 5-6 days a week and modifying my diet. In 2014 I added road cycling to my workout regime. I have basically done zero weight training. My question is: Which program would be more appropriated for me to maybe lose about 10-15 lbs and tone up? My cardio is pretty good from all the running and cycling. I am going to add a couple days swimming per week so I can begin doing some tri’s this year. I am just really looking for something that I can do as far as weight training (somewhat) that I can do and still keep up running and cycling. I’ve tried the original P90X a couple times but did not stick with it. It was just too long with all the running I do.

    Thanks!
    Jeff

  44. Hey Megan great to hear from you!

    I can definitely understand the sweet tooth, personally if you put Hershey’s chocolate anywhere near me it’s a bad thing!!

    One thing that has been successful for a lot of people in our community on BOTH nutrition and exercise is something like 21 Day Fix or INSANITY Max 30. The reason being is that these program focus on burning fat but most importantly focus on your goal of getting good food choices and a portion eating plan that makes it not as restrictive as the fad diets of the 90s.

    Definitely keep me posted on your journey, and if you need more questions on getting set up for your fitness journey let me know as I’m here to help every step of the way.

    Best,
    Coach Bob

  45. Hi I am a 4′ 11″ 153 lb female looking to loose weight and tone my body. I’ve had 3 kids. I am now suffering from health issues due to my obessety. I’ve been doing some research, but have come up with more quedtions than in the begining. According to some charts my healthy weight should be between 90 and 120 lbs. I would love to get back to my pre-pregnancy weight (103lbs) but I am realistic and I would be more than happy at at least 120-125lbs to start with. Then maybe drop more pounds. I would like to be very toned and not have the bodybuilder body. Abs would be amaizing specially after the baby fat from 3 kids. I’ve tried othe work out videos with no results since I would get bored very easily. I have served in the armed forces so I went through boot camp. That being said I am able to work hard, but I can’t stand boring. What would you recommend for me?

  46. @Chiquita thanks a bunch for stopping by and sharing your journey. I agree with you, I can NOT stand boring and I lose track (back in the 90s, those workout programs practically drove me insane because they were so repetitive).

    I personally would recommend P90X3 or the newer INSANITY Max 30. Because you have the experience in the armed forces I think you’ll like the personality of these two programs with the bootcamp style training. If you are up for a mix of extreme cardio & strength without equipment I am currently doing INSANITY Max 30 and must say it is LEGIT. Most of the people I’m working with in our private challenge group have already lost, on average, 8-10 pounds in the first 30 days. (See more: http://sweetlifefitness.net/fitness-programs/insanity-max-30/

    Thanks again for stopping by!
    Coach Bob

  47. I am 4’11” and I weigh 161 I did the original p90x and got no results. What do you recommend I try now?

  48. Hi. I am 5’3, 105lb. I don’t want to or need to lose weight but I would like to tone my body and gain muscle since I’m a petite woman. I do have a little weight to lose in the stomach area due to kids but nothing extreme. Which workout would you prefer I need? T25, insanity max 30 or p90x3. Thanks!

  49. @2big4me thanks for stopping by! For the original, was it a matter of the time wasn’t working (causing skipped workouts/etc), or did you need more focus on the nutrition guide? Personally BOTH were my issue, but I will say that if you like the style of P90X, P90X3 totally rocks.

  50. @Guest Great question and thanks for stopping by. For the purpose of toning and gaining versus losing, I personally would recommend P90X3. The reason being is that it provides the resistance training alongside of the focused nutrition plan that you can use to get the best results possible for what you are aiming for: http://sweetlifefitness.net/fitness-programs/p90x3/

    Thanks and keep me posted on your fitness journey!
    Bob

  51. I’m male, 5’10, 249lb. I haven’t worked out hard in over 9 months and want to lose fat. I want to pay attention to burning fat and get a toned body. Which one do you think will work best T25 or P90X3. I do have a lot of weight I want to lose in the stomach area, but mainly I want to get back in shape. I want to get in shape for me and family. A coach would be great as well.

  52. @Ravenwulf thanks for stopping by! Based on your goal of toning with burning fat, I’d honestly say P90X3 would be a good option to think about. Muscle resistance training helps build your metabolic rate, and with P90X3’s focus on the resistance with cardio that can help burn down the belly fat, and of course I’ll help you with the best food options to ensure you rock and roll.

    The coaching is free with the program purchase here on SweetLifeFitness. Check out: http://sweetlifefitness.net/fitness-programs/p90x3/ and of let me know if you have any other questions!

    Thanks
    Bob

  53. Hi guys, I am in the last week of T25 Beta cycle, and have had pretty good results.  I’ve lost about 25 pounds and gotten more toned and defined.  Overall Im pretty happy, but I want more.  T25 has made me look almost a little skinny for my liking.  Anyway, I will be doing the Gamma phase of T25, and after that likely  transitioning to P90x3.  How would you compare the gamma vesus P90x3, are they any more similar than alpha and beta, when compared to x3, because there is a lot more weight training and strength focus?

  54. sleeves First off, GREAT job on the 25 pounds – that is an awesome accomplishment. I did have a similar situation as you mentioned where it is almost like “too skinny” occurred (or as I call it, “Skinny Fat”, where you aren’t as toned in the abs/stomach as you’d want to be, but you aren’t fat by any means).

    I would compare Gamma as the stepping stone between T25 base and P90X3….except for Speed 3.0. Speed 3.0 I would absolutely say is like INSANITY or INSANITY Max 30…it is CRAZY!!!!!!

    What is awesome about Gamma is the introduction to weights more so than Beta. This is what is cool about X3 – building muscle through weights and/or body weight helps boost up your metabolic rate (in basic terms, that means burn more calories, even when you aren’t working out).

    Definitely keep me posted on your progress!
    -Coach Bob

  55. Hi I am 5’4″ and 120 lbs. I don’t really want to lose more than 5 lbs or so but I am soft all over from having 2 kids. I eat pretty healthy other than sweets. What would you recommend for a workout? I think insanity would be way too difficult for me.

  57. Hi, I just posted a detailed message looking for your help. Last night it was successfully posted. What happened? Tom

  58. @Tom Hey Tom great to hear from you!! That is awesome you are rocking it with the gym, and to be completely honest I think you could take it to the next level with P90X3 (or…if you want to stick with the Gym, you could also consider INSANITY Max 30 which can help cut the body fat and reveal the muscle you’ve been putting on with the gym). Not to dodge you away, but T25 may be a bit too basic, and P90X3 is a mixture of both resistance and cardio, so if you want the ultimate cut machine to reduce the body fat, Max 30 (30 mins per day, by the T25 creator) is a good option to consider. Just because it’s “INSANITY” doesn’t mean it’s impossible, feel free to see my results to see how I started: http://sweetlifefitness.net/insanity-max-30-results/

    But either way, if you are trying to only do an at home workout, P90X3 would be great, but if you want to focus on building bulk in the gym and then cutting body fat, Max 30 would serve you very well.

    Thanks for stopping by!

    Bob

  60. Ordered both t-25 and p90x3. I plan on doing doubles everyday, with some days of even going to the gym or swimming. I have 50 days to loose this weight and get in shape. Any advice on nutrition I should be having day to day? I can’t seem to find what or how much I need to be eating?

  61. I have the original Insanity and P90X DVDs and loved them.  But in the past year I got lazy and have gained quite a bit of weight.  22% body fat.  I run 2 to 3 times a week (3 to 6 miles each run)  but my stomach is just huge (the rest of me is skinny).  I am 48 and am tired of running with no result.  I am also extremely busy and therefore have no time for the Insanity or P90X programs.  Something shorter is what I need for now.  So given that running has not helped much which should I choose P90X3 or Focus T25?

  62. SweetLifeCoach sleeves Thanks for all the great info Bob.  I will agree, speed 3.0 is totally nuts, but in an awesome way!  I am in my last week of pure gamma, and will be doing the hybrid gamma phase next before going to x3.  The only “problem” i am seeing is the weigh loss through this whole phase has basically stopped, which could be somewhat expected cause it is so much less cardio, but I would expect a little more.  Thru alpha/beta i went from 220 to 190, which is a decent weight for me, and now i stuck there, and would like to still burn some more fat, while building the muscle.  I’m not sure if this is a case where the muscle mass is increasing so I am not seeing the numbers on the scale, or if im stuck in a plateau and actually need to bump up the eating.  I’m currently doing 1600 calories, with 40% protein ,35% carbs, 25% fats.  1600 seems low for me, but in the early phases it was working, so I’ve stuck with it, now I think it may be time to go up, maybe adjust macros?  Please let me know what you think.

    Thanks,
    Shawn

  63. @Fred awesome thanks for stopping by, and sorry for the delay I was on Vacation and just arrived home last night!!

    I would definitely follow the meal plan for X3, so that you can ensure you have the right calories in so that you can do the doubles without getting too much or too little (personally I feel T25 nutrition calories are too low to support both programs). Check out your level here: http://sweetlifefitness.net/p90x3-nutrition-guide/

    Thanks for stopping by!
    Bob

  64. @MM hey thanks for stopping by! I would say that either P90X3 or if you want to amp it up since you are experienced in INSANITY, consider INSANITY Max 30. I just completed this program and cut down the body fat as well. The best part is, just like X3, it is only 30 mins per day and 5 days per week. T25 is OK, but to be honest with you, since you have experience with INSANITY, you might find T25 to be a little different and not as challenging as INSANITY.

    Feel free to check out my Max 30 results to see my personal experience with it: http://sweetlifefitness.net/insanity-max-30-results/

    Thanks!
    Bob

  65. sleeves SweetLifeCoach Hey Shawn good question – I would first try bumping it up 200-300 calories per day consistently. See what that does after 1-2 weeks of consistency. Then, if that is not working, or working against you, try dropping it down to 1500 per day; however personally I think it may be that your body needs a bit more fuel, especially with the resistance demands of Gamma.

    Keep me posted!
    Bob

  66. Hi, 

    I am 133 lbs.  I want to lose about a good 30 lbs, hence my height. What program would great for Strength, and Endurance ,  building?  I also would like lose, and tone my muscle. Thanks!

  67. Lee001 hey thanks for stopping by! If you are looking for a good equal balance of both strength and endurance I would recommend P90X3 since it has the equal balance of endurance (Agility X, CVX, Triometrics) and strength moves like Synergistics, Eccentric Upper/Lower and more.

    To help with the 30 pounds, definitely integrate that with the X3 nutrition guide (see more: http://sweetlifefitness.net/p90x3-nutrition-guide/.

    If you choose to join us I’ll get you added into our free community too once you start! http://sweetlifefitness.net/fitness-programs/p90x3/

    Let me know if you have any other questions.
    Thanks!
    Bob

  68. Hi, 

    Was browsing through the site and I noticed the dates on the photos of Jimmy. They are approximately 140 days apart. In the video you mentioned he lost 49 pounds in 70 days. Did he lose the weight in 70 days or took him a little over 4 months? 

    Thanks for the response

  69. @Shaun thanks for stopping by. Yes – I totally jacked up the video and it doesn’t edit as well as a website lol. BUT, yes this was 140 days after going through Gamma. He has been very consistent, and in 11 months (from August to July), he got even better results that you can check out here: http://sweetlifefitness.net/beachbody-challenge-winner-jimmy/

    I hope that helps, and you can bet he is still rocking it, and now onto Body Beast to build up some mass.

    Thanks!
    Bob

  70. Hi, I’m female, 5’7, 140 lbs, would love to lose about 15 – 20 lbs. I wanna get lean and lose weight but I also wanna get ripped (and mild) muscle definition so I don’t know which program to use. I was thinking of maybe a t25 with 21 day fix extreme combo? Don’t know, please any advice? 🙂

  71. @Jayna Hey thanks for stopping by! I really like your idea of Fix Extreme with T25. Fix extreme is definitely focused on overall body composition and I’d rate T25 as more of a body fat cutting machine. Even if you wanted to, start with 21 Day Fix extreme, then you could add in some T25 as you progress based on your goals and how you progress.

    Definitely keep me posted!

    Bob

  72. Hello Bob , I’m 15 years old male, 5’7,80 kg, i want to lose about 15 kg. I want to get fit and build some lean muscle. So, can you help me to choose a fitness program ? Please reply as fast as possible.

  73. Hi, I’m 22 years old, male, 5’7″, 237 Ib.  I want to get fit as well and be healthy overall.  I have insanity and p90x but always stopped the programs on the first week due to the length of each exercise.  I do now have T25 and p90x3.  Which will yield better results for me?  I want to lose weight but also gain muscles.  Most of my problem areas are in my chest, and stomach/core.  Any advice?

  74. mudit27boys I would definitely recommend something like P90X3 to get started right – that way you can focus your efforts on a good variety of both resistance-based moves and endurance.

  76. Hello. I’m 34 years old. I weigh 222 pounds, I’m 5′ 5″. Please help. I really want to get in shape. Growing up I had a nice body. After 3 kids 15, 10, 7, the last 2 were C-Sections. (I strained my gastrocnemius muscle 4 weeks ago May 16, 2015). I would like to loose weight at least 50-75 pounds. I would love to have my abs at least look ok. My skin is saggy on my stomach from the pregnancies and C-Sections. My triceps are saggy. What would you recommend to workout? Please help me choose. Thanks

  77. Hey, I am 25 years old 5’11” weigh 280 lbs. I would like to get down to 215-225 but lean. I have completed p90x3 in the past as well as p90x2 but life gets in the way and I get out of control.  Which workout would lean me up but shed weight fast?? p90x3 or t25?

  79. I am 5’9, 175lbs. I have had a long absence of consistently working out. I have a body fat % of about 18-22% I believe. My goal is to reduce my fat % and gain muscle mass.  I am mentally finally ready to get back into shape. I just don’t know what program to start with. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thank you

  82. @Marie I definitely would check out P90X3 – that way you can use the resistance to build up some muscle strength so that you can rock and roll! We’ll also get you added to our private support groups too once you are on board.

  83. Hi, I’m 5’0″ female, 34 years old,115 lbs, trying to get back into shape after having my second child four months ago. I run and do exercise videos a couple of times a week but am looking to get motivated and work harder as I’m not seeing much results with what I’m doing now. I’d like to lose ~10 lbs and get leaner. Which BB program would you recommend for me? Thanks in advance!

  84. I’ve done T25 last year, and am about to enter the final week of P90x3.  I was thinking of moving onto either Insanity Max 30 or Body Beast.  Have you tried either program?  If so, pros / cons for them?

  85. @Bluefish if you had the choice, would you be interested in more of a resistance based program or cardio alone? Also, are you good with your nutrition or are you looking for something that has a good nutrition guide that comes along with the program?

  86. @RPgh I’ve done both of them, and it’s based on your next goal. If you are looking to purely build muscle go Body Beast, but if you have more body fat to cut down and lose, go for Max 30.

    To be quite honest I really like Beast and Max 30 as a pair. Body Beast to build up the muscle (bulk), and then using INSANITY Max 30 to trim fat and reveal the muscles that you’ve build up (cut). It’s a perfect pair!

  87. Very helpful comparison. May I suggest you update your body fat % guidance to include percentages that are appropriate to women as well? 20% body fat on a woman is actually fairly lean/athletic (it’s roughly comparable to 30% on a man).
    As it stands you’re basically telling even fairly fit women that they’re not ready for P90x3.

  88. Hi Bob,
    I’m a 5’1″ 130 pound very busy mother of 3. I would like to get into better shape. I definitely have fat to lose but would also like to tone up my flabby areas (stomach, inner thighs, and tricep areas). Any suggestions on what program might work best with me?

  89. Julie210 hey thanks for stopping by! This really depends on what you would feel that you may find more enjoyable (cardio/resistance/both?). My wife now has two little ones to look after (Super shout out to you with 3 kids!), and her favorite is the 21 Day Fix. Feel free to check out her review as I’ll be honest this one is the BEST when it comes to balancing both fitness and eating right since it comes with a full system (and is actually less expensive compared to T25/X3): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=spTw7GuGkec

    Let me know what other questions you have!

  90. Hi bob, I have 1 question , which is confusing me hell alot. Thats is when we saw beachbody every1 including u recomend insanity or p90 series. What about Insane Home fat loss, they are also very tough i dont know much about exercises, i am 31 6 feet with weight is about 282 lbs. So i found here you help me out people and thats very nice i didnt saw anyone who is giving answers specially guest users. So what you say as  a pro what u suggest what should i start with my main focus is losing weight what u say is better t25, p90x3 or IHFL ? i am waiting for ur reply

  92. Hi, Bob… 🙂
    WOW… This is probably going to be the weirdest question you’ll read here where the majority goal is to lose weight.
    I’m a T25 graduate, now doing Insanity MAX:30. It’s a super programme & I love it, but problem is with all those intense cardios I’m losing way too much weight (I do follow the nutrition plan to the comma, but unfortunately I belong to the group of people that won’t gain an ounce even if they stuff themselves only with junk food). I do manage to build lean muscles but my rib cages are also very visible now that I stand 5’5″ & weigh 102 lbs.
    Would you suggest P90X3? Or is there any other Beach Body programme that would define muscles without bulking too much at the same time save the very little body fat that’s left of me?
    Thanks, Bob!

  93. AutumnRevoir thanks for stopping by!! You have a similar thing going on that I had faced back in 2011-2012. Let me just say you are on the right thought process when it comes to P90X3 or Body Beast. Once I started focusing more in resistance, it helped me build the muscle that toned me up and helped the abs, arms, etc look much better.

    Body Beast can help define your muscles faster than P90X3 to be honest, and don’t worry about bulking up too much…the big bulking would only happen if you do two things: (1) Eat a large amount of calories and (2) Lift heavy to your max consistently.

    If you lift moderate and still focus on not eating in a calorie surplus, Body Beast will work well in your favor, even if you mix it up with Max 30 (which is, in fact, what I’m currently doing right now!)

  94. Hello! I am a 32 year old female. I weigh 201 lbs and I am 5’5. I have purchased insanity and P90x in the past and have never been able to complete due to work. However, I have currently been doing T25 and not seeing much results in my belly area. I just started my 3rd week in the Beta cycle. I was always in shape and an athlete in college. I will like to lose at least 50 lbs and have a lean toned body.
    What do you recommend?
    Also, I have already brought T25 can I still join this site?

  95. Jai8 thanks for stopping by! You can definitely still join me and the crew by heading over to this site: http://sweetlifefitness.net/join-sweet-life-free/

    As for your goals, it is definitely achievable. How does your nutrition look combined with T25? To be 100% honest this has to be spot on in order to ensure amazing results. You don’t have to deprive yourself, but you do have to master the right foods, and we can help you with that within our private groups once you are are on board.

  96. Hi!  My husband and I started the P90x3 and completed it.  I went from 199lbs (5’7)- post baby to 162lbs.  I stayed with a 1500 calorie diet.  We have gone off the band wagon for about 4 months and I am now weighing in at 173lbs.  My goal is to get back down to at least my pre-pregnancy weight of 135lbs.  My husband lost around 60lbs from the workout, but like me has gained a little back.  We have the T25, but should we continue again with the P90X3 or try the T25 to get the weight off.  I really enjoyed the P90X3, it really helped with my back muscles and arm.  I am afraid that the T25 will only build the muscle strength in my legs and not everywhere else ( evenly).  What are your thoughts?

  97. ABS11 great great great job with your awesome results from P90X3 round 1! I would agree with what I believe you are leaning towards, and that is to continue with P90X3 since you enjoy it and also it can help continue to fuel (and refuel) your results!

    Keep me posted on your round 2 progress!

  98. Hi! I have a quick question I have a lot of weight to lose and you suggested above to go for t25 but doesn’t the p90x3 help you get ripped and lose weight a t the same time? Like Ed from the test batch of p90x3

  99. AkshithGottumukla it can certainly do that yes, and if you go for P90X3 – he key to getting the ripped physique is to first follow the nutrition plan to an absolute T. Then, realize it may take more than just 90 day to get that (Ed did 2 rounds to achieve the final results you see in the publications)

  100. Hi! Thank you so much for the great comparison. I’m 54 years old Japanese female, 5’14, 110lbs, 25% body fat. I’ve lost 11lbs and 5% in my body fat percentage by Jillian Michaels’s Bodyshred and Body Revolution program in 6 months. It was not easy but I’m so happy for the results. Now I continue doing other exercise program, Brazil Butt Lift to get nice butt. But after stop Jillian Michaels’s program, my body fat percentage has gained and my tummy got bigger. I want to do some exercise program for example P90x or Focus T25 in addition to Brazil Butt Lift. I would appreciate it if you could give me some advice to lose my body fat more to around 20%, get leaned muscle and good shaped body. I hope you can understand my terrible English.

  101. Cyberhiyoko Hajimemaste! I would recommend either P90X3 or even 21 Day Fix. The goal is to focus on both resistance and cardio workouts so that you can get the lean muscle and good shaped body you are after. If you go to “Fitness Programs” at the top of this page, you can check out both of these programs, and of course if you order it here, you’ll get our free support each step of the way!

  102. Hello there! I’m a 25years female 5.2 height and 114 pounds.after my 2nd kid i got recti diastasis.i was wondering if the p90x3 it’s safe workout for me.I’ve be doing insanity with some specific exercises for recti diastasis but i want to get ripped.baby belly is still there though

  103. Fay1990 hey thanks so much for stopping by!! I wish i could give you a straight answer, but since I’m not a doctor I’d recommend checking in with your doc and sharing with him/her the details of the X3 workout and seeing if there are any issues at all with that. There is a bit of core work that can range from moderate to advance using the abs.

  104. Hi! I am a 28 year old female whose 5’7″ and weighs 140pounds. I am looking to lose some fat and tone around my stomach area. I don’t think that I fall into the skinny fat domain; however, I am not over weight by any means. Now, when I say tone, I am not exactly talking about what I have seen in some of these programs. My goal is not to gain a 6-pack or be “ripped”, I am just looking to not jiggle around the tummy and feel comfortable in a bathing suit. I do not want to be overally muscular, that is not something I find attractive for myself as a female. I am wondering if either of these programs are right for me or if I should skip them and look for something different. I am also a school teacher, so I am not exactly able to work out every single day which makes it difficult to pick a program.
    The main reason I have steered away from these types of programs in the past is the lack of female presence in these developed programs. Men and women are of course different, our metabolisms work at different rates as we age and differences in hormones also present an issue especially in losing stomach fat. And at the end of the days, I just want to be toned and not “ripped”. Is there be an inbetween program or is “ripped” always the end goal?

  105. Redhead_Virgo87 great questions. If you are looking to slim down and get ready, I’d recommend 21 Day Fix or 22 Min Hard Corps. The reason is, it does feature women and has helped a TON of people (especially within my community) get great results with this approach. Also, it comes with the new nutrition system that includes containers to manage your food without starving or trying to count macros/etc. Check out more: http://sweetlifefitness.net/fitness-programs/21-day-fix/

    And of course let me know if you have any other questions!

  106. Just a correction. In the comparison chart above, you list T25 as having 11 workouts (as compared to P90X3 having 16). T25 actually has 15 workouts, if you include the Gamma cycle. Other than that, this article is well written and will help newcomers make an intelligent choice in deciding which system to choose.

  107. Hello bob, I was wondering what your thoughts are on a hybrid of both programs. Would you recommend that or finishing one before doing the other

  108. Do both, people! And it’ll still only take you an hour!
    I’m in my 3rd month of original P90X and T25 hybrid and I’m 30 lbs. lighter and way more toned. I’m lucky I have the time to dedicate the 1hr30mins (ish) that it takes to complete 2 workouts. I’m also lucky that it’s not a big deal or effort for me to exercise every day or 5/6 days a week as I’ve always enjoyed training. The difficult thing for me was that I love eating! Healthy and less healthy things. I started at 215 and I’m down to 185 with a goal of 170-175 and I’ve found a balance of what I can eat to still lose fat. It’s not rocket science and we all know which foods will stop us achieving our goal. I’ve cut out the following: chocolate and crisps (chips), deep fried and processed meats, chips (French fries), fizzy drinks.
    In addition I’ve started using a muscle builder which aided recovery and a protein drink which helps build muscle but also stops me drinking something bad and fills me up for at least an hour post workout.
    Love the blog, Bob..keep up the good work.
    Chris – Welshman living in the Middle East.

  109. Hi… thinking about trying to get back to P90-3…. did it 7 years ago for 6 months…. the nothing for 4 years…. then started again… but was in much worse shape….. then blew my knee (medial meniscus tear, since repaired surgically)  P90 and P90X and P90X-3 are the only 3 programs that have every worked for me (kept me interested)…. I’ve tried just regular working out and cycling but newver got going or committed….  not that it doesn’t work great for others who love the straight forward workout…… do you have any recommendations on good knee protection to I can get started on this and not wreck my knees again…..  someone had mentioned rocktape assassins but is that the best or are there others….   thanks for your info on this….. awesome videos and website…. was 240, lost 30 lbs by diet… but need to build and get fit…. and want to lose another 40 lbs… currently 47  years old