P90X Fit Test (This is embarrassing!)

Ok guys and gals... I promise full disclosure, so here are my results:

What is the Fit Test?

"Before starting an extreme fitness program like P90X, it’s important to know where you stand and if your current fitness level is adequate. Providing an honest assessment of your abilities and your mind-set will allow you to take advantage of your strengths and overcome your weaknesses. Do this test a few days before your official “day 1.” The P90X Fit Test takes approximately

40 minutes to complete. Be sure to consecutively perform all the exercises in the order they appear. Keep up with the timing, and make a note if you do anything differently; you will repeat this Fit Test when you complete P90X, so it is vital that you are able to do it the same way, in the same order. That way you’ll get a true indication of the improvements you’ve made. Pay attention, and be honest with yourself."

Fit Test Measurements:

Resting Heart Rate: 78

Weight: 240lbs

Chest: 45"

Waist: 45-3/4"

Hips: 45"

Right Thigh: 24"

Left Thigh: 25"

Right Arm (Flexed Bicep): 16"

Left Arm (Flexed Bicep): 15-1/2"

Warm-up:

3-4 of Yoga-X DVD

Light Jog for 3:30min @ 3.9mph - Finishing Heart Rate: 132

20 Light Jumping Jacks - Finishing Heart Rate: 140

Fit Test

Pull-Ups: 1/2 (Yes folks 1/2. Not 1, not 2, but 1/2 of 1) Remember I am 240lbs.

Vertical Leap: 13.5"

Push-ups: 11

Toe touch: -2" away from touching my toes when sitting, legs stretched and toes up.

Wall Squat: 1:00 min.

Bicep Curls: 31 (20lb barbells)

In & Outs: 26

Heart Rate Maximizer: (2:00 jumping jacks, then 30 seconds as fast as I could)

HR Immediately after Jumping Jacks: 176

1 min. after stopping: 142

2 min. after stopping: 128

3 min. after stopping: 120

4 min. after stopping: 118

The Fit Test was not easy, nor is it supposed to be. I did better than I thought I would except for the Pull-Ups. "Head Shaking"