My “Must Have” List
Coach Wayne’s “Must Have” list for P90X
If I had to go back in time and repeat my first round of P90X, knowing what I know now, there is a short list of items I feel I couldn’t do without. Every one of these items, in my opinion, were critical to maximizing my results with the P90X program. I used each of them several times per week, if not every day. I hope this list helps you weed through all of the available equipment and supplements to determine what best meets your needs … and your budget! (Please don’t feel like I’m giving you a sale pitch. These are all items I feel really work and are worth the $$ to me, but my budget may be different than yours)
1) Pullup Bar with multiple hand positions = The workouts involve a variety of pullups, and having a good, seven position pullup bar will help you maximize this portion of your workout. Plus, you’ll be using it a lot so you’ll want a sturdy one that will last. I bought mine from Beachbody due to its stronger materials and durability, although it was a little more expensive than the knockoff brands (I paid $59). I’m glad I did, because it holds up to my abuse just fine (even when I was 255 lbs). Learn more about the P90X Pullup bar HERE.
2) Adjustable Dumbbells = I know the exercises can be done with bands, but free weights will definitely maximize your results. In my first 2 rounds, I used LifeSmart adjustable dumbbells, which are cheaper than the Bowflex model ($200 for the pair), and they worked great. They adjust from 5-55 lbs, and are very durable. I found mine at Academy Sports. I finally splurged on the nicer Bowflex 552′s after a couple rounds, and they are a bit more ($260 on sale) but also nicer to use. I haven’t used the Powerblocks, but they are also good. Look around, even on Craigs LIst, and you may find a deal.
3) PowerStands = These are more expensive ($39) than the cheap plastic pushup bars you get at the store, but they are solid, very stable, and very durable. They won’t tip over shake when you are pushing hard for those last reps. They also put your wrists in the correct positon to prevent joint problems. I love my PowerStands. They take my pushups to the next level, and they will last forever! Learn more about PowerStands HERE.
4) Yoga Mat = Get one of these for Ab Ripper X. If you try to do a bunch of situps with your tailbone directly on the floor, you’ll regret it! I picked mine up at Target.
6) Whey Protein Powder = You will need to consume a lot of protein to fuel your muscles. A good quality protein powder is critical to giving you what your body needs, unless you like eating 20 cans of tuna per day! Haha. Beachbody sells Whey protein powder, but I primarily use Wheybolic Extreme 60 or Dymatize Iso-100 because it is a little more affordable. Read more about protein HERE.
7) My Fitness Pal (or another similar calorie tracking system) = I love My Fitness Pal. It’s a free iPhone app that tells me exactly where I’m at on my nutrition. Following the nutrition guide is critical to getting great results, and tracking your calories, protein, carbs, and fat will help you do that. In a study, people who “tried to eat healthy” actually consumed 50% more calories than people who actually tracked their calories. Put in the effort to do this!!! Please!! Learn more about MFP HERE.
8) Workout Sheets = These are easy and free, but you’ve got to keep track of your weight and reps on everything. How else will you monitor your progress and know how to push yourself to the max? Get downloadable worksheets HERE.
9) Creatine = This supplement helps volumize the muscles with water so that they can draw more nutrients in to aid with recovery and muscle building. I get mine from GNC or Bodybuilding.com. It is important to cycle creatine, 2 months on and 1 month off if you use monohydrate. Kre-Alkalyn doesn’t have to by cycled. If you are unsure about using creatine, google it and read multiple reviews. Learn more about creatine HERE.
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Hey coach i am starting P90x i am 15 can you tell me if these are good equipment to start off with..
1. Pull-up bar with multiple positions
2. Powerblocks Adjustable Dumbbells
3. Yoga blocks/Mat
4. Push up bars
If my doctor approves do you think shakeology and whey would be worth to get ??
That’s PERFECT Demetri! You are ready to roll! I think Shakeology and whey are great supplements if it fits into your budget.
Hey Coach, Can I use Jack3D when I’m just on a maintenance phase? Or should I use that if I’m trying to bulk up?
Hey Albert, you can definitely use a Pre-workout during any phase.
Is the MuscleTech Nanovapor Hardcore the same as Jack3d ?
Hey Albert, those are both Pre-workout supplements, but they aren’t the “same”. They are made by different companies with different ingredients.
Oh I see I’m just confused because I haven’t taken any supplements at all so I kind of need some advice because I work out early in the morning and I want to have lots of energy before my P90X workout.
A Pre-workout is perfect for that Albert. There are many good brands though so you can shop around and find one to try, or read reviews of the various brands. I like 1MR, Jack3d, and NanoVapor.
Thanks Coach.
coach i have push up bar,resistance bands,dumbells…is that k to start p90x?
coach i am afraid of trying “whey” because some say as it has side effects…is that true?
Yes Azif that’s fine to start. You may want to get a pullup bar in the near future as well but in the meantime you can use bands.
Hey Azif, whey is simply protein. What side effects of protein are you talking about? Your body NEEDS protein!
Coach im a little skinny i live in mexico and no! i am not using google translator! here in mexico they dont sell the shakeology neither p90x but i just purchased from ebay and now i have it but i have a question…i need the protein,the creatine,and the pre? because i have 16 y.o. and i dont know if thats going to affect my growth or something, i really want to be fit so ill buy anything!
oh yeah! i was forgetting this..
i love boxing and i practice this every day, after my boxing training i get to my home and start p90x so i dont know if thats going to affect me somehow in my building muscle process, just for the record boxing its alot of CARDIO! but ALOT!, i let my body rest like 1 hr after my boxing training and then the p90x, my boxing training its like 2hrs
Hey Rene! Good English! You are getting a lot of exercise with the boxing and P90X! Cool! Since you already have some Shakeology, my recommendation would be to next get some whey protein and some creatine. That’s all you should need, and you can probably find both of those locally and save yourself some $$.
Hey coach,
Is it true that creatine is only good for men? What pre work out supplement u suggest for female..The only time I can work out out is after work..(.4 pm to 6 pm)
Hey Grace, creatine works the exact same for a lady as it does for a man. With that said, if I were a lady I wouldn’t supplement additional creatine (because if I were a lady I would be more interested in toning muscle rather than building mass).
However, the amount of creatine in PWO supplements and recovery drinks isn’t enough to worry about from a supplement perspective, so I would say that you can use any PWO you’d like. The new E&E from Beachbody is a good, safe one that has no creatine in it. There is the super-potent 1MR. And there are many others you can try as well.
Coach,
I noticed that you use the lifesmart dumbbells. How do you like those and are they durable? They seem to be a cheaper choice to some of the other weights I have seen. I have always been a dumbbell guy but right now I am using the Bodylastics(I love them) which are awesome for some of the workouts but for the shoulders and arms are pretty annoying. Plus, I always used bands for certain exercises. I just don’t think they are good for the specific exercises on the Shoulder and Arms DVD. I was thinking of getting power blocks but then I came across this brand and seems to offer good value.
How would you rate them now that you had them for a while?
Hey Marlon, the lifesmarts are good. I now use the Bowflex cuz they are a little nicer, but I never had any problems with the LifeSmarts. They just clang a little more while working out (if noise is a problem for you).
hi coach, im about 5’2 and i would say about 12 stone. im really interested in doin the p90x but im unsure what i need to do it and were to start. im really wanting to lose the weight then build muscle. my biggest test is the eating because im really bad with fruit although im great with veg this will be my hardest task as im sure it is with most people goin to do this program. i work shifts so im home from 3.30 pm one week and at work starting 12 noon the other week so i will have to juggle the workouts is this ok?
Hey Derrick, getting started right is the key. Look over the nutrition and diet tips here in the getting started section = http://teamripped.com/coach-ws-tips/getting-started
hi again coach. so one iv figured out what im ment to eat and at what times and the rest of it which is hard for me to understand. i cant find the p90x nutrition guid u said?
what would u sergest i should set my calorie count to u said urs was 1900. but with me been 5’4 and about 12 stone give or take either side should i set mine lower than that?
Hey Derrick, the P90X nutrition guide is what comes with the P90X DVD’s. All my articles are in the “nutrition all in one” = http://teamripped.com/my-nutritionsupplements/nutrition-all-in-one (the one I said was “The P90X Nutrition guide” is called just “nutrition guide”)