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Anyone try either of these programs? I'm leaning toward the Insanity program because I'm concerned about my cardiovascular fitness and also my flexibility. I also heard when you do P90X, they automatically start sending you creatine and other stuff, which I don't really want.

I'm 24 years old, 5'8", 145lbs. Ever really had to watch what I eat; I've been skinny my whole life. I would say my target weight is about 170. I don't think I would want to be bigger than 180. I like playing basketball, but hadn't played in while. When I was about 16 I could grab rim, but now I can't. My main fitness goal is to be able to dunk. I know it will take a long time, but I think I'm up for the challenge.

The Insanity DVD's seemed like a good fit because the infomercial talked a lot about the plyometrics and flexibility excercises. I figured I could do the 60 days, then possibly go through the full 60 days a second time while wearing a weighted vest.

Also once you finish the program, do you just start the program over, or are there different exercises? Any help would be appreciated.
 

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Your goals are to be able to dunk and weigh in the 170-180lb range?
 

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To dunk you need strength, and to gain muscle you need strength. Do Rippetoe's program and you will reach your goals quickly.
 

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CaptainJ said:
To dunk you need strength, and to gain muscle you need strength. Do Rippetoe's program and you will reach your goals quickly.
+1

There's usually no reason for anyone who's a beginner to do anything except a simple linear progression program.
 

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I don't have a car right now, so I can't go to a gym. That is the main thing holding me back.
 

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Don't expect to gain a lot of muscle and strength without proper equipment. I suggest you buy a power cage, a 7ft barbell and weights. It will be a very good investment.
 

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Espi said:
What's more important of those two goals? Dunking a basketball or gaining 25 pounds? If you want to dunk the ball, then I would think that adding 25 pounds is not going to help you maximize your vertical leap...you want to be light as possible...

Seems like your 2 goals are conflicting...I'd focus on achieving one of them.
Not necessarily... I'm 50 lbs heavier than I was when I starting lifting weights and I can jump a hell of a lot higher. And I never even practice jumping.
 
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