I started Insanity the other day and the first step was to take the Insanity Workout Fit Test. This was my first time taking a fit test with a Beachbody program. I did not take the P90X Fit Test when I bought it and instead went right into the workouts. After reading through the Insanity workout program and the calendar I noticed how you keep track of your results. It’s a little different than P90X as you are not using weights or a pull up bar with Insanity. With it being a intense cardio workout you track your progress by taking the fit test 5 times during the 60 days. Seems simple enough. How the Fit Test works is you do 8 different exercises for a minute each doing as many reps as you can.
My First Insanity Workout Fit Test Results
Switch Kicks 125
Power Jacks 45
Power Knees 84
Globe Jumps 8
Suicide Jumps 13
Push Up Jacks 25
Low Plank Oblique 50
Here is the video I took of myself doing the Insanity Workout Fit Test. I was jumping so hard at one time that a pan fell in the kitchen. You can probably hear it along with how squeaky my wood floors are.
This was a lot tougher than what I expected. I was dripping sweat after doing the warm ups. I had to stop a couple times with each workout. After taking a look at my results I have decided that I want to increase each number by 20%. This is what I am pushing for.
My Insanity Workout Fit Test Goals Are:
Switch Kicks 150
Power Jacks 54
Power Knees 100
Power Jumps 37
Globe Jumps 10
Suicide Jumps 16
Push Up Jacks 30
Low Plank Oblique 60
The Insanity workout is looking like it is going to be a very challenging workout for the next 60 days. Hopefully all the P90X I have been doing over the past year will help me power through it.
Check out my second Insanity Workout Fit Test Results and Insanity Day 30 Results.
I’m 45 years old and while I used to work out religiously when I was younger I have become somewhat of a couch potato. While I’m only 20 pounds overweight I am extremely out of shape and have “old lady” aches and pains. I want to start the insanity program. Am I a good candidate?
Pam
I would recommend you start with the Beachbody Ultimate Reset first. This will help you drop the 20 pounds first while focusing 100% of your efforts on what you eat. After the weight is off you can then move onto Insanity.
Hi everyone! Where can I purchase the insanity video.
Gaby. Go to the Beachbody Store.
No offense, but you’re not counting your switch kicks accurately. 2 kicks = 1 rep, according to the directions. However, if you’re actually doing 250 kicks a minute you could probably beat up Chuck Norris. On the other hand, you’re not, because I watched your video and counted.
Thanks for the post though, it made me feel better about where my fit test ranked on my first try (almost identical).
I watched the video again and I counted the same 125 kicks. I wrote it up in kicks, not reps. So I guess I didn’t do that part right. Did it make you feel better because you’re a superior athlete like me from the get go?
I was thinking about getting this and im skeptic about it does it really work
Jeff
Yes, Insanity does work but you have to put in the effort.
waiting for mine to arrive dvds that is.
iam 5 f t8 done exersizes in the past , but dont no to what extrme iam gunna be pushed to , seen the vids n that , i weigh 265 lbs so quite big so lets hope it works lol
I hope Insanity works for you.
Hi Brad,
i saw someone had already asked you, “in what order should you do the insanity workout?”
i took your advice and downloaded a copy of the Insanity Calendar.. but on the calendar some of the workouts on the discs are missing. I have a disc with “insane abs” and “max interval sports training.” where do these come in..? please help.
Dylan
If you read the fine print on the Insanity calendar it says if you have the Insanity Deluxe Package you can replace Cardio Abs with Insane Abs and Core Cardio Balance with Max Interval Sports Training.
I’ve started two (2) weeks ago. Today is my second fitness test. I believe I’ve improved. I’ve lost about 3lbs so far. I thought i would have lost a bit more but it appears it’s more muscle toning for me. I’m seeing the difference as my legs, butt, back etc. are more firm.
The meail plan is really easy to follow. Though it’s difficult to remember to eat 5 times a day! lol! And beside that i’m from the Caribbean so I substitute foods.
But in all, it’s going great.
Congrats on the weight loss so far. Insanity definitely works on the muscle toning.
Hey I started 7 days ago, and I am seeing results. Im sore and i love that when working out! But does anyone know how you do the dvds? As in which order, I got in from my mom so all the papers are missing I only have the dvds. I need to know how long you do each dvd and in what order! Please help!!!!
Megan – Sign up for a free Beachbody account. Then click on where it says workout sheets. You’ll see where you can print off the Insanity workout calendar.
Hey I am currently on week 3 of insanity I haven’t seen any results yet I am 5’3 ansd weigh 140 lbs…. Any help?
How are you doing with the meal plan? I recommend buying Shakeology from the Beachbody store and using it daily.
The Insanity fit test is no joke… Most people could use that as an entire workout!
Hello Brad,
I started yesterday with the fit test. I’m sore, but willing to keep going. I have played soccer all my life, but stopped last year, so basically I’m out of shape. Is it safe to do the fit test for a week to get back in shape and then start the program a week after?
Thanks
Martin – You can keep doing the Insanity Fit Test for a week but you really should just dive into the plan. Write down your numbers from the Fit Test and start getting at it.
Hi! I’m a 14 year old female and I am 5’5 and weigh about 155 when I started Insanity yesterday I pushed myself to the limit and I was trying to keep up with Shaun T, but I found myself getting dizzy and lightheaded. I think I would be fine if i either took longer breaks or went slower, but I was wondering if I could still get amazing results by doing these things?
Nitara – Focus on form first and speed second. Shaun T is in ridiculous shape and even he takes breaks. If you get dizzy then hit the pause button. No need to injure yourself or pass out. The results will come but it will take some time.