Max Out Guide
Max Out Guide
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Im so excited youve decided to take the 60-Day MAX OUT CHALLENGE.
Whether youre a fitness beginner who wants to jump-start their journey 6. 10% discount on Shakeology, fitness programs, gear, and
with an insane workout (this one has a modifier!), a FOCUS T25 graduate supplements with a paid Team Beachbody Club membership
ready for a harder challenge, or an INSANITY graduate looking to bring your
fitness to the next level, I know youre going to love INSANITY MAX:30.
What I love about this program is that its going to push you to your Max.
Literally. Its so hard, its so sweaty, and its more insane than ever because
its only 30 minutes. There are over 150 new moves and new sequences
that are so crazy, even I was scared to do them at first! Just remember its
only 30 minutes. You can do anything for 30 minutes!
You will be challenged to push harder than ever before, and you will need
to Dig Deeper than you ever thought you could. But if you do, I promise
you will see results you never imagined possible.
DAY 1
PLEASE FOLLOW THE STEPS BELOW AND BE SURE TO CHECK
WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE YOU START THIS PROGRAM.
TAKE YOUR WEIGHT, MEASUREMENTS, AND BEFORE PHOTOS. You will
see amazing results with these workouts, but you wont know how far youve
come unless you know where you started.
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Record your stats on the PROGRESS TRACKER
on page 12 and get a FREE #IMAXEDOUT T-shirt
when you complete the program.
RECORD YOUR MAX OUT TIME. The first time you stop or fail during the
workout is your MAX OUT TIME. Each day you work out, write down your
MAX OUT TIME in the space provided on the calendars. That way, the
next time you do that workout, youll know what time youre trying to beat!
READ THE NUTRITION TO THE MAX GUIDE. Fitness is only half the battle, if you
follow the Nutrition plan you will get MAX results. Dont worry, ITS NOT A DIET!
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THE WORKOUTS
WHAT MONTH ONE MONTH TWO
YOU
1. CARDIO CHALLENGE 6. MAX OUT CARDIO
2. TABATA POWER 7. MAX OUT POWER
3. SWEAT INTERVALS 8. MAX OUT SWEAT
4. TABATA STRENGTH 9. MAX OUT STRENGTH
GET
5. FRIDAY FIGHT: 10. FRIDAY FIGHT:
ROUND 1 ROUND 2
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MAX RESULTS TOOLS
MAX OUT GUIDE NUTRITION TO THE MAX
Everything you need to know about A smart, simple, and sensible
this program and how to achieve approach to eating. No complicated
MAX results in 60 days. Really. recipes and no counting calories.
Its a must-read!
WORKOUT DESCRIPTIONS
MONTH ONE
In Month One, Shaun alternates killer cardio workouts and Tabata-style strength
workouts, all in preparation for your Friday challenge, called Friday Fight.
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Youve been preparing all week and now its time for the Friday Fight. This workout
will be a battle between your mind telling you to push to a new Max and your body
saying, OMG, are you serious? And this is just Round 1.
MONTH TWO
Youll feel like youre right back at Day 1 when Shaun takes you to the max Month
Two-style. The intervals all get longer, but the rest stays the same!
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The new hardest workout ever. Every move is a minute in this final fight between
your body and your mind. Whos going to win?
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PROGRAM BASICS
1 30 MINUTES A DAY! 5 DAYS A WEEK!
2
This 60-day program features MAX-INTENSITY CARDIO
workouts and TABATA-STYLE STRENGTH training.
he CARDIO workouts give you 30 minutes of calorie-
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scorching intensity and sweat.
I n the STRENGTH workouts, Shaun uses a Tabata
style of training that focuses on burning fat. Month One
follows the traditional 20 seconds on, 10 seconds off
workout structure. In Month Two, Shaun adds his own
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twist by making each move 45 seconds on, 15 seconds
off. Good luck!
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Theres a MODIFIER! Now almost anyone can do
these workouts.
Weve even included a MODIFIER Track Option which
allows you to follow the modifier at all times during
the workouts.
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max out [maks-out] verb, to stop or fail for the
first time in the workout.
Its not about getting through all 30 minutes. Its about going
as hard as you can for as long as you can, until you MAX OUT.
When you first start the program, you might only be able to get through the first 10 minutes.
Thats OK. Take a break when you need to. Just remember to write down your MAX OUT TIME
before you jump back into the workout. If you stay committed and push to your max, eventually
youll build up to 15 minutes, then 20, and maybe one day youll be maxing out at 30 minutes!
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1. Push Play on your workout every day
hen you cant go a second longer and you have to take your first
3. W
break or stop in the middle of an exerciseYOU HAVE MAXED OUT!
eep your calendar handy so you can quickly jot down the time.
4. K
Then, as soon as you physically can, get back into the workout!
Youre in good company, just watch everyone on the DVDs.
PROGRESS TRACKER
DAY 1 DAY 30 DAY 60
PHOTO
WEIGHT
CHEST
M E A S U R E M E N T S
WAIST
HIPS
THIGHS
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TRICEPS
CALVES
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FRONT
BACKDROP
Use a solid-colored background thats
different from the clothes youre wearing.
Avoid standing by windows or bright lights.
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CLOTHES
Wear the same or similar clothing for
SIDE EVERY PHOTO. Avoid wearing colors
that blend into the background. The more
skin you show, the more youll show
off your transformation.
POSES TO STRIKE
Take several photos of your front, side, and
side angle that reflect your bodys true
appearance. Dont suck in or push out.
SIDE ANGLE
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THE
MAX OUT
WORKOUT CALENDAR
3-2-1 MAX OUT!
FOR THE NEXT TWO MONTHS, FOLLOW THE WORKOUTS
LISTED ON THE CALENDAR.
BE SURE TO NOTE THE TIME YOU MAX OUT EACH DAY.
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IF YOUVE GOT A BIT OF EXTRA TIME IN YOUR DAY AND WANT TO FOCUS MORE
ON YOUR CORE, THEN CHECK OUT THE AB MAXIMIZER WORKOUT CALENDAR
ON THE NEXT PAGE.
*If you have the Sweat Fest DVD, you can use it in place of Sweat Intervals anywhere it
appears on the calendar.
MONTH 1
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
1
Take your Day 1 ROUND 1 (optional)
pics & stats
2
ROUND 1 (optional)
3
ROUND 1 (optional)
4
ROUND 1 (optional) Take your Day 30
pics & stats
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MONTH 2
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
MAX OUT MAX OUT MAX OUT MAX OUT FRIDAY REST or REST
WEEK CARDIO POWER SWEAT STRENGTH FIGHT: PULSE
1
ROUND 2 (optional)
MAX OUT MAX OUT MAX OUT MAX OUT FRIDAY FIGHT: REST or REST
WEEK CARDIO POWER SWEAT STRENGTH ROUND 2 PULSE
2
(optional)
MAX OUT MAX OUT MAX OUT MAX OUT FRIDAY FIGHT: REST or REST
WEEK CARDIO POWER SWEAT STRENGTH ROUND 2 PULSE
3
(optional)
MAX OUT MAX OUT MAX OUT MAX OUT FRIDAY CARDIO CHALLENGE
WEEK CARDIO POWER SWEAT STRENGTH FIGHT: CHALLENGE COMPLETE!
4
ROUND 2 (optional)
Take your Day 60
pics & stats
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THE
AB MAXIMIZER
WORKOUT CALENDAR
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PUSH
Follow this calendar if you seriously want Shaun Ts, six-pack
abs and are willing to spend a bit more time to make it happen
(were talking 1015 minutes).
MAX
EVERY DAY
Max Out Abs and 360 Abs are NOT INCLUDED in the base kit.
If you dont have have these workouts, simply do AB ATTACK:10
instead. Go to [Link] or [Link] for details
on how to purchase.
*If you have the Sweat Fest DVD, you can use it in place of
Sweat Intervals anywhere it appears on the calendar.
MONTH 1
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
1
Take your Day 1 ROUND 1
pics & stats
2
ROUND 1
AB ATTACK:10 AB ATTACK:10 AB ATTACK:10
MAX MAX MAX MAX MAX MAX
OUT: min. sec. OUT: min. sec. OUT: min. sec. OUT: min. sec. OUT: min. sec. OUT: min. sec.
4 360 ABS MAX OUT ABS ROUND 1 AB ATTACK:10 Take your Day 30
pics & stats
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MONTH 2
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
MAX OUT MAX OUT MAX OUT MAX OUT FRIDAY PULSE REST
WEEK CARDIO POWER SWEAT STRENGTH FIGHT:
1
ROUND 2
MAX OUT MAX OUT MAX OUT MAX OUT FRIDAY PULSE REST
WEEK CARDIO POWER SWEAT STRENGTH FIGHT:
2
ROUND 2
AB ATTACK:10 AB ATTACK:10 AB ATTACK:10
MAX MAX MAX MAX MAX MAX
OUT: min. sec.
OUT: min. sec. OUT: min. sec. OUT: min. sec. OUT: min. sec. OUT: min. sec.
MAX OUT MAX OUT MAX OUT MAX OUT FRIDAY PULSE REST
WEEK CARDIO POWER SWEAT STRENGTH FIGHT:
3
ROUND 2
MAX OUT ABS 360 ABS AB ATTACK:10
MAX MAX MAX MAX MAX MAX
OUT: min. sec. OUT: min. sec. OUT: min. sec. OUT: min. sec. OUT: min. sec. OUT: min. sec.
MAX OUT MAX OUT MAX OUT MAX OUT FRIDAY CARDIO CHALLENGE
WEEK CARDIO POWER SWEAT STRENGTH FIGHT: CHALLENGE COMPLETE!
4
ROUND 2
360 ABS MAX OUT ABS Take your Day 60
pics & stats
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is too much, swap out your regularly scheduled workout for the 20-minute, low-impact Pulse
workout. Oftentimes, a few days of resting and/or taking things down a notch is just what your
body needs to get its fire back. Train smart!
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HOW TO GET RESULTS EVEN IF YOU MODIFY:
CHECK YOUR FORM
Watch the modifier closely to make sure youre doing the movement correctly. If you find
that youre doing the modified movements a majority of the time, it might be a good idea to
follow the Modifier version of the workout (on main menu screen of DVD). This version
offers a split-screen view of the modifier and the main workout, so you can follow the modifier
the whole time.
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and stay in touch online or over the phone. Theyll
also set you up on [Link], for the
best exercise advice and nutrition tips.
With peer support and the chance to win cash and prizes,
youll get insane results with INSANITY MAX:30 in no time.
Then share your fitness transformation to get a FREE shirt and
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a chance to win over $100,000!
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the weight and kept it off without the support
system of the Beachbody Challenge; its been
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icing on the cake.
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LETS MAX OUT TOGETHER T E A M B E A C H B O DY. C O M
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Your purchase of the INSANITY MAX:30 program is the first step
in the right direction. However, to get the very best results, you
also need support, accountability, a daily commitment to exercise,
and a healthy diet. Thats where the Team Beachbody website
comes in. Its an essential tool that helps keep you on track with
all your eating and exercise goalsand more!
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Im so excited youve decided to take the 60-Day MAX OUT CHALLENGE.
Whether youre a fitness beginner who wants to jump-start their journey 6. 10% discount on Shakeology, fitness programs, gear, and
with an insane workout (this one has a modifier!), a FOCUS T25 graduate supplements with a paid Team Beachbody Club membership
ready for a harder challenge, or an INSANITY graduate looking to bring your
fitness to the next level, I know youre going to love INSANITY MAX:30.
What I love about this program is that its going to push you to your Max.
Literally. Its so hard, its so sweaty, and its more insane than ever because
its only 30 minutes. There are over 150 new moves and new sequences
that are so crazy, even I was scared to do them at first! Just remember its
only 30 minutes. You can do anything for 30 minutes!
You will be challenged to push harder than ever before, and you will need
to Dig Deeper than you ever thought you could. But if you do, I promise
you will see results you never imagined possible.
T:10"
Consult your physician and follow all safety instructions before beginning this high-intensity and physically demanding exercise program.
2014 Beachbody, LLC. All rights reserved. Distributed by Beachbody, LLC, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Beachbody, LLC is the owner of the INSANITY MAX:30, FOCUS T25, INSANITY, Dig Deeper, ActiVit, Shakeology, Beachbody Challenge, Beachbody,
and Team Beachbody trademarks, and all related designs, trademarks, copyrights, and other intellectual property. If you are a member of the Team
Beachbody community, contact your Coach for information and support, or log in at [Link]. For Beachbody and Team Beachbody
Customer Service, go to [Link]. IMINS1107
The INSANITY MAX:30 program uses several strategies to facilitate sustained engagement, including the incorporation of a varied workout schedule, a built-in progression in intensity between Month One and Month Two, and the use of motivating features like Maxing Out and the Modifier option. The variation in daily workouts prevents monotony and caters to different fitness aspects, such as strength and cardio, maintaining participant interest . The increase in intensity in Month Two signifies development and encourages participants by showcasing improvements in personal endurance and strength over time. Additionally, features like the Modifier and tracking Max Out Times reinforce inclusivity and measurable progress, fostering a sense of achievement and continual motivation .
In the INSANITY MAX:30 regimen, Month One and Month Two differ primarily in intensity and duration of intervals. Month One features a traditional Tabata-style structure with 20 seconds of work followed by 10 seconds of rest, in workouts like "Tabata Power" and "Tabata Strength" . In contrast, Month Two increases the intensity by extending the work intervals to 45 seconds with 15 seconds of rest. This change can be observed in workouts such as "Max Out Power" and "Max Out Strength," aiming to challenge participants further and increase calorie burn along with muscle endurance .
The "Friday Fight" workouts in the INSANITY MAX:30 program are designed to test both physical and mental endurance by combining highly challenging moves with continuous demands on psychological fortitude. These workouts, such as "Friday Fight: Round 1" and "Round 2," function as weekly milestones that push participants to their limits, demanding resilience against fatigue and mental resolve to continue despite physical exhaustion. Participants are challenged to break through their perceived limitations, making "Friday Fight" sessions a battle between the body’s physical restraints and the mind's determination to overcome them. This aspect is pivotal in fostering not only improved fitness but also greater mental toughness and perseverance .
The inclusion of a "modifier" in the INSANITY MAX:30 workouts significantly impacts accessibility by making the program accommodating to a wider range of fitness levels. It provides an alternative, less intense version of each exercise, allowing beginners or individuals with physical limitations to participate without the risk of injury or overexertion. The modifier option can be followed throughout the workout by selecting it from the DVD's main menu, ensuring participants can still engage in the program's benefits while pacing themselves according to their personal capabilities. This feature encourages inclusivity, enabling more people to embark on and sustainably continue their fitness journeys .
The presence of a supportive community or coach can significantly enhance the INSANITY MAX:30 program's impact on participants by providing accountability, motivation, and encouragement. Engaging with others in a shared fitness journey fosters a sense of camaraderie, helping participants stay motivated and committed through challenging periods. A coach can offer personalized advice, correct techniques, and adapt the program to suit individual needs, thereby maximizing effectiveness. Additionally, the social aspect of sharing progress and challenges can boost morale and inspire perseverance, leading to more consistent participation and better overall results .
Recording your "Max Out Time" in the INSANITY MAX:30 program is significant as it helps participants track their progress and push themselves to achieve better performance over time. It marks the point at which a person first stops or fails during the workout, indicating their current physical limits. By documenting this time, individuals can set goals to extend their endurance and improve their fitness levels as they repeat the workouts. Monitoring these time increments serves both as motivation and a tangible measure of progress, encouraging users to "Dig Deeper" into their reserves of strength and stamina .
The Nutrition to the Max guide plays a crucial role in the overall success of the INSANITY MAX:30 challenge by providing a sensible and straightforward approach to eating that complements the physical workouts. It emphasizes smart, simple meal choices without requiring complicated recipes or calorie counting, ensuring that nutrition supports the high-intensity exercise regime. Proper nutrition is integral to achieving "MAX results," as it fuels the body for intense workouts and aids recovery, thereby enhancing performance and facilitating greater progress throughout the 60-day challenge .
The concept of "Maxing Out" can positively influence fitness outcomes over the 60-day INSANITY MAX:30 program by serving as a personalized benchmark for intensity and progression. By challenging participants to push to their limits during each workout, "Maxing Out" fosters a mentality of continual self-improvement. Tracking the "Max Out Time" allows participants to measure incremental progress, motivating them to extend their duration of effort over time. This practice not only enhances physical capabilities, such as endurance and strength, but also imbues perseverance and discipline, potentially leading to significant personal transformations by the end of the program .
The "Pulse" workout supports recovery in the INSANITY MAX:30 program by providing a low-impact session designed to rejuvenate muscles through gentle stretching and small "pulsing" movements. Scheduled optionally after intense "Friday Fight" sessions, it allows the body to mend while maintaining active engagement, helping reduce muscle soreness and promoting flexibility. By keeping the body in motion without the high stress of regular workouts, "Pulse" facilitates recovery, preparing participants for the following week’s challenges .
The sequence of workouts in the INSANITY MAX:30 month-long regimen is strategically designed to optimize muscle engagement, recovery, and progress. The mix alternates between cardio and strength-focused workouts throughout the week, such as "Cardio Challenge," "Tabata Power," and "Sweat Intervals" in Month One . This strategy aims to ensure balanced muscle conditioning and prevent overuse injuries while maximizing calorie burn and endurance. The week culminates with the "Friday Fight" session, a targeted test of accumulated stamina and motivation, facilitating a peak in both physical exertion and mental challenge. The sequence demonstrates a thoughtful progression towards increasing intensity, allowing adaptation and growth in athletic capacity .









