When I started P90X, tony Horton’s 90-day fitness program, my goal was to get lean, toned arms and tight abs. In addition to reaching my goal and getting great P90X results, I also ended up getting some unexpected results, which are a testimonial to the Beachbody mission of changing lives.

I had stopped going to the gym a couple of years ago. Why? No parking, too crowded inside at all hours, and smelled like a bucket of sweat.

Instead, I opted for outdoor activities like beach walking, trail running, and hiking. My attempts to continue upper body exercises at home were not working because I was too deep inside my comfort zone.

P90X fixed all that! I coupled P90X with my outdoor activities and in 90 days, I had my toned, lean arms and tight abs (and a great looking back!) Here’s the good part. People noticed. I took to wearing sleeveless or short sleeve shirts and people noticed how toned my arms were, the improvement in my posture, and the glow I wore on my face.

This great feeling from my P90X results is contagious – that is the unexpected result! Friends wanted to know what I was doing because they also wanted great looking arms, abs, and to feel better about themselves. I was able to inspire others to climb out of their own comfort zone and do something fit and healthy for themselves. I now have friends doing Slim in 6, Power 90, and Hip Hop Abs. They love the way they feel and the new energy that is part of their lives.

As I shared my story and daily musings on social networking sites, I received messages from people that I really do not know, who have thanked me for motivating them to achieve their own fitness goals.

That, my friends, is the ultimate P90X result. When you are a product of the product, you can help change the lives of others in some great or small way for the better. When you are healthy and fit, you can be happier and feel better about yourself.

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