After I weighed myself last week and found out that I gained two heaping pounds, I went back to my regular fitness routine. I am very sore right now but the pain paid off as I lost what I gained for a couple of weeks that I took a break from exercising. I was just not feeling it as I caught a cold and Bloody Mary was also present so I gave my body a break. Now I am back to business.
I am also inspired to workout because empower sent me another set of tools to use for my routines. First is the Core Ball. Here's the description
Core balls are a fun, safe way to tone your abs, back, butt, and legs, as well as improve your posture! This 55 cm core ball is made of durable burst resistant vinyl. An illustrated workout poster, follow along workout DVD and a high speed, dual action hand pump are included. This ball is designed for women under 5’6” tall. The full work out, Core Ball Body Toning DVD by professional fitness master, Gin Miller, allows you to start a safe and effective workout the minute you receive your Empower Core Ball.
I have been wishing to have a Core Ball at home and finally got one, thanks a lot Empower! If your height is above 5'6", the 65 mm is what you need to get. Both are priced at $29.99. It includes everything that you need.
I am so sore right now for doing the crunches but the pain is all worth it as I see the result of my hardwork. The core ball offers different kinds of exercise routines including crunch, squat and rock, prone walk out, and more.
The second one that Empower sent me is the portable Pilates studio that lets you perform reformer-style Pilates movements without heavy equipment in your home. Lightweight and portable, the bar disassembles for easy storage. Includes follow along workout DVD with bonus upper body strength workout.
Thanks to hubby for taking the photos while I was working out in our living room. It was very cold down our mini gym at the basement so I have been doing my work out upstairs.
I love this pilates studio as it would really strengthen your upper body especially your arms. There are different kinds of fitness routine in using this pilates studio including leg work out. In minimum time, you can work on sculpting, toning, and strengthening your total body. You can sculpt your legs, arms, buns, and thighs while targeting your abs in every move. This is exactly what I need to help me shed off my tummy fat.
What I love about Empower's fitness system is that, in every package , it includes the DVD for you to watch. It is easier than reading manuals. Once again, my BIG thank you to my ever generous sponsor for fitness, the Empower! Are you ready to join the fit women at Empower? I'd like to share with you the Empower's motto: Get Inspired. Get Motivated. Get Involve. Make your Move to a Better You. Make your move to a healthier you!
Disclaimer: The author of this blog was NOT financially compensated to write this review. Opinions expressed is not in anyway influenced by other factors. The product/s mentioned above was provided for FREE for evaluation purposes.
just merely looking at the photos i am already feeling tired lol, how i wish i can do that too with my knees wobbling and aching, i can only do brisk walking for an exercise :(
ReplyDeleteYou're doing your workout with different equipment...good for the body and mind. Your husband will totally love you...with excellent vital statistics.
ReplyDeleteGosh! you weigh 98.8 pounds My oh my Sis, I am envy with you :-) I like your new hair cut. You look cute and young :-) I like that company as well. I only have the hula hoop :-)
ReplyDeletewow ! I really wonder where do you get all your energy . a hubs and 2 kiddo's to look after . several blogs to update with all those assignments , the housework knowing your not in asia and no one can do that for you. Still you manage to fit in the workout! yay!!! share your secret please !!!
ReplyDeletelove your exercise gadgets sis! and to think that they are free? WOW! i hope I could get some freebies too.
ReplyDeletei am not sure if my first comment went through :( gee, lost it I guess, when I hit "send" google logged me out :( hayst.
ReplyDeleteanyway, I love your pilates set, Rose. looks cool. I havenever tried crunched ball, I mostly do yoga exercises which supports our hiking and snorkeling activities.
Your figure is a must for your hubby, friends and the society as a whole. Americans are beauty conscious people.
ReplyDeleteThe core ball is what I need! As I was looking at myself in the mirror earlier, I almost threw up at my figure, all the flabs, all the tummy fat, arrrrggghhh! I wish I was as sexy as you and as light as you sis! Way to go!!!
ReplyDeleteI highly doubt if I have the endurance to do what you do. Hanggang cardio lang ako hahaha.
ReplyDeleteI still haven't used mine. I really need to get on it. I don't have the ball though. It looks awesome.
ReplyDeleteI hope you will get your weight goal mare! Those are very helpful exercises tools!
ReplyDeletevery nice things for workout! i only have mat at home when I do some stretching before and after going to the gym here in our condo. In the morning and before shower at night the only thing i do at home is pushups, situps, and plank with variations good for abs!
ReplyDeleteMy daughter and I both use the core ball, it's amazing how simple it is, and almost kind of fun, yet it leave you feeling it for sure! I love that second tool, that bar is interesting.. I will def be looking into that for her and I as well.
ReplyDeleteI wanna have a core ball. A bigger one if there is any.:) It'll be great for doing sit-ups.
ReplyDeleteGood luck on your core workouts. I hope you get that 6 pack abs soon.
ReplyDeleteA core ball would most likely end up being a giant soccer for my two preschoolers. I'd love to try that portable Pilates studio though. I've been wanting to do Pilates to ease my back pains but have never had time to go to the gym.
ReplyDeleteI so like your hair, sis! Mas napansin ko pa yung hair first kesa sa core ball. Lol. You look so fit for doing all those moves. So inspiring! :)
ReplyDeleteYou go, mama! I have a pink core ball that I bought at Academy last year and I enjoyed using it, but haven't used it as much lately though. I haven't tried this at home pilates though and sure would be nice to try. I am doing the Hoop Cardio Core and More workout from them and I am loving it right now.
ReplyDeleteNow, that's really amazing! I admire you Ate for your dedication of staying fit! :) I wish and hope the same for myself. hehe.
ReplyDeleteI wish I can have one of these at home! Hehehe.
ReplyDeleteI love this - I wish I can have these things at home too! pilates is always a perfect way to stay tone and fit
ReplyDeleteStay healthy Rose. I love your routine exercise and your new hairdo.
ReplyDeleteYou are so fit na mommy Rose! I hope I can do the same.
ReplyDeleteWOW! you look extremely sexy and fit. I wish I can do the same.. :(( A toddler and a preschool, well after few more years I guess
ReplyDeleteYay I think I need an exercise as according to my doctor my heart beat so fast and its abnormal but I will have to wait for the result of my ECG, later. As they always said if you love your family, you exercise.
ReplyDeletenever tried the benefits of exercising with the core balls, but willing to work on it if given a chance.
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