The Makeover Momma crew gives the P90X workout system a C-. It's just too time consuming, they report. I mean, gosh, you've got to commit to an hour a day for 90 days, there are 12 workouts, designed to transform your body from regular to ripped, a three-phase nutrition plan, a fitness guide, a calendar to track your progress, and more. That's a lot to keep up with. But not for our readers, who think it deserves a better grade.

Everyone agrees that a good chunk of time is necessary to complete this workout, but apparently, it's worth it. Heather, a busy mom of two who works full time, finds time for the program by getting up early and working out. It gives her the energy she needs to get through the day. "P90X is a killer program, love every part of it, and love the fact that it's not just the same old easy to do monotomous stuff," she says. Her grade: A+++++++++. By the way, says Heather: "I still have time to cook and clean. If you want to be in shape bad enough, you'll find the time."

Another mom reader says she definitely loves the P90X. As a mom of two who works full time, she makes time for an hour workout at least four times a week. She's done the program from start to finish with awesome results. Just like any program, she says, unless you're willing to take the time to do it, it's not going to work.

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I've been hearing people rave about the P90X workout system. I know one person following it religiously and a few others who are taking a stab at its various components -- there are 12 workouts, designed to transform your body from regular to ripped in just 90 days, a three-phase nutrition plan, a fitness guide, a calendar to track your progress, an online peer support group, and whew, so much more. I'm tired just listing all these features. Imagine the amount of time it takes to actually take advantage of each one. Now, I realize I'd have personal trainer Tony Horton walking me through the whole ordeal, but really, who has the time?

The crew over at Makeover Momma is on my same wavelength. This perfect plan just isn't perfect for busy moms and others whose schedules are tight and hectic. The workout requires a 60-minute commitment for those 90 days and while Horton's inspiring infomercials will surely convince you this is the plan of all plans, if you haven't the hours to spend sweating your butt off, you're better off opting for another similar version of exercise. Makeover Momma suggests renting a variety of DVDs from Netflix or borrowing some from your local library. Rotate over the course of 90 days, give it your all on days when laundry and dirty diapers don't have you buried, and shoot for 30 minutes if you can. Now that sounds more doable.

Tell us: Have you tried the P90X system? If so, what grade do you give it? Makeover Momma gives it a C-.

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You don't have to be a size 2 to look hot. Regardless of body shape, jeans and tees that fit snuggly -- just not tightly -- can flatter anyone, says Makeover Momma, who cautions that these items should be in perfect condition for just the right fashion statement -- ratty or sloppy is just not in vogue, says this wise Momma.

Want to rock the jean and tee style, like Calista Flockhart to the right? Momma says do these two things: Find jeans that fit your body flawlessly -- they should hit mid-stomach, not too snug over the hips and thighs, with the right amount of stretch or flare -- and no matter your size, track down a crisp, higher-end tee that hits at the hip. You don't want it skin tight, though, and not too short either. Forgo the logos too. You want a clean, no frills appeal.

Need to dress things up? Ditch the athletic shoes and ball cap and pair with feminine and casual heels and accessories like colorful earrings and a clutch.

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