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Monday, August 31, 2009
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
The Pelaez Ladies' Fitness Challenge
Finally, after 5 months of posting the Fitness Challenge poster at Pelaez Gym, three ladies have come up to take it on -- Cathy, Aileen and none other than ME! hehehe..
Ok, ok...it may sound ridiculous for those who are not into the gym fever...but believe me, after working out for 3 weeks with Aileen in the fitness challenge, I really felt that my arm, abs and leg muscles are getting firmer and stronger! And after every workout, I get this really refreshed feeling that I want to do more.
Our trainors -- Marlon and Vernon -- do tell us that we have got to rest during our rest periods as the muscles have been worked-out to the point that some have reached fatigability. That is why the next day (or 2), I get really stiff and sore arms, or abs, or legs. But luckily, my abs have now recovered well, and could tolerate more heavy repetitions.
My goal to have a sexy butt, arms and abs like Vina Morales or Britney Spears isn't too far away now -- every week, I see a difference in my body. And I feel stronger and better than ever!
Now, I bet some of the ladies are starting to feel the vibes that Cathy, Aileen and I are generating. We are all so enthusiastic about our workouts that we talk alot about it and we compare body pains and improvements. In fact, one or two ladies have started to join us in the machines, but said that it's too heavy for them at the moment. Maybe we'll be their spotter when they'll really join us for this challenge...we'll see..
More updates to come! :) This is getting really HOT HOT HOT!
Friday, August 7, 2009
A Great Butt Sculpting Workout from Women's Health
Guys, I wanna share this great butt sculpting exercise that I'm working on now. Me and my gym buddy, Aileen, have been talking about doing a Fitness Challenge in the gym. I hope that these exercises will aide me me in my workout quickly coz my problem area is really in my glute region...hehe...Enjoy working out,folks!
Get a Tight Butt and Legs
Our plyometrics-inspired lower-body routine will tone trouble spots ASAP.
by Dimity McDowell
Want a sexy rear view? And while you're at it, legs that look great as they propel you through life? This workout is the best way to get them. Based on plyometrics—moves that incorporate leaping, jumping, or skipping—it burns calories and builds lean muscle fast.
A 2007 study found that dancers who did plyometric exercises twice a week for six weeks increased their strength by 37 percent and their jump height by 8.3 percent. "Plyometrics are a good alternative to strength training on machines," says Patricia Fehling, Ph.D., the study's co-author and chair of exercise science at Skidmore College. "The change in movement from static [say, the bottom of a squat] to dynamic [exploding into the air] shocks your muscles, so you see results quickly."
For two weeks, do the workout once a week, then increase to twice a week. Start with one set of 10 reps of each exercise, then add one set of each exercise weekly until you reach the max: three sets of 10 reps twice a week. Finish each session with the two kink-busting stretches.
Works glutes, hamstrings, quads, and inner and outer thighs With your hands on your hips, lunge forward with your right foot, sinking down until your right knee is bent 90 degrees [A]. Return to standing. Take a big step to the right and lunge again [B]. Step back to center. Lunge back with your right leg [C]. That's 1 rep. Do 10, then repeat with your left leg. Keep your neck in line with your spine throughout the move.
Works abs, hip flexors, glutes, hamstrings, and quads Place a 12- to 24-inch-high step in front of you. Step up with your left foot [A], bringing your right leg forward and up and bending your knee until your thigh is parallel to the floor [B]. Lower your right leg back to start, then the left. Repeat with the other leg. That's 1 rep; do 10. For a tougher challenge, hold 5- to 10-pound dumbbells.
Works hip flexors, glutes, and legs Stand with your feet together, elbows bent 90 degrees. Lunge forward with your right foot [A]. Jump straight up as you thrust your arms forward, elbows still bent. Switch legs in midair, like a scissor [B], and land in a lunge with your left leg forward [C]. Repeat, switching legs again. That's 1 rep; do 10. To prevent injury, try to land as softly as possible.
For lower back and hamstrings Standing with your feet hip-distance apart, slowly bend at the waist, keeping your legs as straight as possible, until your hands touch the floor about 8 to 12 inches from your feet [A]. Walk your hands out to pushup position [B], then walk your feet in toward your hands. Work up to 2 sets of 8 reps. Your body should form a straight line from your heels to your head.
Works glutes, hamstrings, quads, and calves Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, arms hanging at your sides. Squat down until your knees are bent about 90 degrees [A]. Immediately swing your arms overhead and jump upward as high as you can [B]. As you land, gently bend your knees and sink back down into the squat position. That's 1 rep. Do 10. Swinging your arms will give you momentum so you can catch more air.
Works shoulders, abs, glutes, hamstrings, and quads Grab an 8- to 10-pound dumbbell with both hands and stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Let the dumbbell hang naturally in front of your thighs. Squat down until your knees are bent about 90 degrees [A]. Keeping your elbows slightly bent, brace your abs and press up to standing, swinging the dumbbell up until it's directly overhead [B]. Lower the dumbbell back toward the floor. That's 1 rep; do 10. Keep your movement controlled to work the most muscle.
Works hip flexors, glutes, quads, and calves Leading with your right leg, skip as high as you possibly can by raising your right knee to hip height and simultaneously extending your left arm straight overhead [A]. Your left leg should remain straight and your right elbow should be slightly bent at your side. Land on the ball of your left foot. Repeat the skipping motion with your opposite arm and leg [B]. That's 1 rep; do 10. Try to jump a little higher with each skip.
For hip flexors and glutes Starting out on all fours, cross your left leg under your body, so that you are almost resting on your left hip. Extend your right leg directly behind you [A]. Lower your upper body over your left leg, placing your forearms on the ground in front of you [B]. Hold for 30 seconds, then switch sides. Take deep breaths to help yourself sink deeper into the stretch.
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Hiring for Fitness Instructors @ Fitness First
Hi Folks, here's from one of my regular emails from Jobstreet.com. I hope that you'll find this really useful. If you're qualified for this position -- grab it now! Send your resume ASAP! And Goodluck!FITNESS FIRST PHILIPPINES INC.
FITNESS FIRST is the leading global operator of fitness clubs, with more than 1.4 million members in 500 clubs across 18 countries. If you think you are FIT to add up to our numbers and expand our resources, see us today and start an exciting career with us! We are seeking qualified candidates to fill in the following vacancies:
Fitness Instructor
(Makati, Pasay, Taguig, Alabang, Las Piñas, Manila, San Juan, Cainta, Ortigas, Quezon City, Pampanga & Cebu)
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
FITNESS FIRST PHILIPPINES INC.
6th Floor L.V. Locsin Building
6752 Ayala cor. Makati Aves.
Legaspi Village, Makati City
or www.jobstreet.com/ph/fitnessfirst
This was advertised on August 4, 2009 at Jobstreet.com and will close on December 2, 2009. So Hurry up and send those resumes already! :)
ENDURANCE RIDE COMPETITION - CDO Horsemen, Inc.
Everyone, listen up! Especially those with horses, you might be interested to join this competition.
The Cagayan de Oro Horsemen, Inc. will be staging an Endurance Ride Competition on August 21, 2009. This is in line with the City's "Promote CDO Program" and also forms part of the City's annual fiesta celebration.
The competition is a race involving a distance of 16 kilometers from the Horse Park at Fil-Estate, Gusa going through Malasag en route to Mapawa and ends at Camakawan. The riders/horses will be passing through varied terrains, such as crossing two rivers, negotiating about four kilometers of continuous uphill trail, and riding about 3 kilometers downhill with ravines and canyons along the way.
Participants are from Cebu, Davao and Bukidnon although it is projected that around 80 riders/horses will be participating. If you do wish to participate in this event, please contact Mr. Ariel G. Tan, Chairman of the Endurance Ride Committee.
C'mon cowboys!!!
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