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    P90X MASS Reviews – Day 99

    Back & Biceps – If I had one complaint about the P90X program I would say I expected my biceps to grow a bit more. During the first 90 days of P90X, my arms pretty much stayed the same size. Now, they definitely look a lot more defined but as far as measurements go, they only measured ¼ inch bigger…and I credit my triceps for that increase in size. I am hoping that I will see some good growth in my biceps these next 90 days. Here are 4 things that I am doing to help with building muscle mass in my arms…

    1) Having a whey protein shake before I workout. Studies have shown that whey before a workout is just as effective as after a workout. I workout early in the morning so I need to have something quick and I figured a whey protein shake is easy to drink early in the morning and it also enters your bloodstream in about 15 minutes…much sooner than something solid.

    2) I am taking the P90X Recovery drink immediately following a workout. This drink contains creatine, whey protein, and glutamine which are very important for gaining strength and size.

    3) I am now using heavier weights and doing 4-8 reps on most of the exercises. The first round I was doing about 8-12.

    4) I am also consuming a casein protein shake right before I go to bed. I have mentioned it multiple times before but sleep is the most effective muscle building period of the 24 hour day. Having a protein shake will only enhance this muscle building process. Casein protein is a slow digestive protein that can stay in your bloodstream for up to 7 hours (compared to whey at 1 hour)…so your muscles can feed on it all night.

    Is this working? It should be but I will definitely know for sure on my next updated “pictures and measurements” day which falls on day 120.

    One Response to “P90X MASS Reviews – Day 99”

    1. Pete Says:

      Man, what a transformation. You’re absolutely shredded now — very inspirational! Keep the updates coming!

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      fightFAT: Chris - My P90X MASS routine would be perfect for you. To be honest, I thought I was going to bulk up more (physically) but it did not work out that way. What ended up happening was an increase in lean muscle. This makes sense but I also saw a significant increase with my strength. Again, my goal was to bulk up but I did not consume enough calories to make it happen. At the time, I just finished P90X doubles where I lost 27lbs so I was a bit hesitant on eating too much as I did not want to gain the weight back I just lost. Oddly enough, I have no desire to bulk up anymore…I have the same goal as you, building lean muscle. If I wasn't going to be training for my upcoming triathlons, I would be doing P90X MASS myself. I have received tons of emails claiming how effective it has been for different people. Good Luck

      Chris: Hey, I just found this blog and am looking for some solid, experienced, advice. I have two rounds of P90X down and am on my final week of Insanity. Now I want to put on some lean mass and I've been considering either P90X Mass or more of a 5x5 plan. I'm trying to comb through your blog for results of your Mass circuit and can't find it. Do you have any before/after information (or other info) to help me pick a workout to do next? Thanks, C

      fightFAT: Following P90X with Insanity is very impressive, good for you. I would definitely bring over Ab Ripper X if you are up for it. I initially thought that myself but never followed through with it. Good luck

      Matt: Hey dude, I had a question for you. I'm wrapping up round 2 of P90X in a few weeks and starting Insanity right after. I'm really loving my upper body after P90X and I've decided I'm going to keep doing the resistance workouts from Days 1 and 3 of the week along with Insanity. My question is, what are your thoughts on bringing ab ripper with me too? I know Insanity doesn't have too much resistance work, but I know it has a lot of ab stuff which is why I'm wondering. Congrats on the progress man, and thanks for the info! -Matt

      fightFAT: There is no harm in hitting pause and/or taking breaks so my recommendation is to stick with insanity. As you continue to workout, you will not only see improvement but eventually be able to keep up with the video.



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