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Postpartum P90X Phase 1 Results

When we did P90X the first time, I was really amazed at how quickly we were able to transform our bodies. 90 days really isn’t that long and it’s already flying by (we’re 35 days in already!). I promised that I’d share my results and part of the reason for that promise is that it keeps me accountable! I definitely had some reservations about posting these pictures, but I decided to go for it in hopes that it’ll keep myself accountable and maybe even inspire others.

December is a tough month to start any diet and exercise plan, but that was a big reason why we started when we did (click here for our diet approach this round). We let ourselves have plenty of cheats over the holidays but stuck to our exercise routine and didn’t get too crazy. To me, cookies and a full belly are part of the fun on Christmas (which also happens to be my birthday!) and I wasn’t about to pass them up this year. However, having a goal in place during the holidays really helped me keep on track for the majority of the month and for the first time probably ever, I felt better about my body after the holidays than I did before Thanksgiving. That itself is enough!

2 months postpartum, 3 months postpartum
2 months postpartum, 3 months postpartum

But for those of us who like the hard data, in just 4 weeks of P90X:

  1. 3 pounds lost
  2. 1 inch lost off waist
  3. 1/2 inch lost off hips
  4. 1/4 inch lost off each thigh
2 months postpartum and 3 months postpartum
2 months postpartum and 3 months postpartum

My clothes are starting to fit better now (not close to those skinny jeans, but I do have a pair of bigger jeans that now fit) and I feel SO much better. Not only do I feel more confident in how I look, but I physically feel better thanks to the healthy food and regular workout highs. My body feels tighter and stronger. I saw significant improvements in strength, namely in the number of push-ups and (assisted) pull-ups I was able to do. I also moved up in dumbbell weights in basically every move by the end, or was able to do more reps. My secret to success for P90X has always been to write down my weight and reps every time and always try to beat my reps or move up a weight the next time. This ensures that I “bring it,” as Tony Horton would say, every time.

Using my pull-up assist to bring it!
Using my pull-up assist to bring it!

That being said, I was a little surprised that I only lost 3 pounds given that I lost 8 during the last round and this time I’m breastfeeding (but running way less), but I have a feeling that until I stop breastfeeding, my body is going to hold on to a few extra pounds. And that’s totally fine. I also realize that getting down to my pre-pregnancy weight by the end of the program is going to be unrealistic, not only because I have more to lose, but largely because I’m going to have so much more muscle than I did before I was pregnant. My pre-pregnancy weight was post peak marathon training and during my pregnancy I put on some muscle doing yoga, barre and literally thousands of squats. I’m totally fine with this – the scale is not the end all, be all! It’s about feeling strong and confident.

We’re already on week 2 of phase 2 and I am already seeing more gains. It’s crazy to think we’re nearly halfway done with the program already!

Do you focus more on the scale, how your pants fit or how you feel? 

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January 5, 2016 By fitnessfatale 13 Comments

Filed Under: Beachbody, P90x, Uncategorized Tagged With: body after baby, P90X Phase 1 Results, P90X Results, P90X Results Women

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  1. Ashley @ Running Bun

    January 5, 2016 at 7:18 pm

    nice job! this is on my list for postpartum 🙂

    Reply
    • FitnessFatale

      January 6, 2016 at 10:46 pm

      Awesome! Definitely do it!

      Reply
  2. Jen @ Pretty Little Grub

    January 5, 2016 at 7:49 pm

    You look great! Congrats on sticking with the program so well already.
    You definitely won’t be able to lose all the weight when breastfeeding. If you do, your milk will dry up. So it’s about making a choice which one is more important to you. But I think focusing on the way you look and feel is way more important than the scale anyways.

    Reply
  3. Sara

    January 5, 2016 at 7:50 pm

    My body is holding onto the weight too because I’m breastfeeding. I’m getting stronger but I don’t think I’m going to get back to my old weight until I’m done nursing. Good job – great results!

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    • FitnessFatale

      January 6, 2016 at 10:47 pm

      Yeah that seems to be the theme! It’s ok though, worth it for the baby!

      Reply
  4. Asia

    January 5, 2016 at 8:50 pm

    You look great friend! I see abs! You’re kind of making me miss P90X…kind of. 😉

    Reply
    • FitnessFatale

      January 6, 2016 at 10:46 pm

      ABs are making a comeback!!!

      Reply
  5. Kristen @ Glitter and Dust

    January 6, 2016 at 10:22 pm

    You are looking great! I’ve always heard P90X produces great results (if you really follow through with the plan) and you are a prime example that it really works! Now that I have started Ironman training I am noticing a big difference in my weight and the way my clothes fit. I feel so much better about my body – it feels tighter and more like I remember pre-pregnancy.

    When you were training for your Ironman, did you notice a huge difference in your weight, clothing fit, food intake etc? I’m actually trying to figure out what to eat because I’m ALWAYS hungry! haha

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    • FitnessFatale

      January 6, 2016 at 10:45 pm

      Thanks! With P90X I lost 11 lbs and I lost another 3 or so over the year of training for Ironman (and then a little more after we started eating more vegan food). But when I trained for Ironman I pretty much ate whatever I wanted, at least during the final 6 months. We would buy lasagnas at Costco and put them in the oven before getting on the trainer at night and eat a ton of it. During the week I ate pretty healthy mostly because I didn’t change my lunches or most dinner recipes but on weekends and when we ate out we ate burritos, pizza, fries, anything to fill us up after big workouts…I basically couldn’t stop eating! I remember I ate 3 bagels on morning when someone brought them to work. But I know if you want to perform really well you’re not supposed to eat so much junk …but in my opinion, you’re working your ass off so you deserve some treats!!!

      I remember being super toned all over from ironman training compared to marathon training, where I’d just get skinnier and lose muscle. You get a lot of glamour muscles from swimming!

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  6. Lindsey aka Freckles

    January 7, 2016 at 12:18 am

    Looking awesome, girl! I am looking to integrate P90X3 into my running routine…I am just going to take out the cardio parts and replace it with running. I am mainly using it for tone because I have none! I will definitely keep following you on your journey! Keep it up! You’re a motivator 🙂

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  7. PantsuitsMom

    January 7, 2016 at 2:33 am

    You look great! I have Insanity and have yet to give it a try. Knowing that P90x works so well and the diet is somewhat forgiving in terms of treats and breastfeeding AND you’re still seeing results gets me pumped to give Insanity a try! Feel proud mama because you really do look awesome and Siena one day soon will join you in those workouts!!

    Reply

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