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2009-12-06T17:02:00.000+08:00

Hi all! Do visit the Fitnez Riot website which will soon be covering not just the fitness and athletics events in Cagayan de Oro City but that of Misamis Oriental! Subscribe to www.fitnezriot.com and get to know the latest buzz!

Dewfoam Mindanao Powerlifting Championships 2009 @ CDO

2009-12-03T08:02:00.002+08:00

The Powerlifting Association of the Philippines, Inc. (PAP), headed by its President, Mr. Peter Edward Torres, together with Dew Foam, the maker of quality mattresses since 1970, organized the Powerlifting Championships 2009 with different events covering Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao in order to gather all the Champions from these three main regions to vie for the National Championships very soon.

The Mindanao Powerlifting Championships 2009 was held last November 29, 2009, Sunday, at Kiosko Kagawasan, Cagayan de Oro City. It was participated by three teams -- Misamis Oriental Team, CDO Team and Muscle Tone Team, along with Mr. Rex Rodriguez as an independent participant.

Mr. Jefferson Ouano and Ms. Marian Ybañez both won the Best Lifters Awards for the Men and Women's Divisions, respectfully.

Misamis Oriental Powerlifting Team with Rex Rodriguez of Cotabato and the PAP and DewFoam Officials

Mindanao's Best Lifter Marian Ybañez with World Champion Ms. Lily Pecante

Muscle Tone Gym Team with their winners

Posing for posterity with FitnezRiot, Ms. Lily Pecante, Mr. Rex Rodriguez and Ms. Katrina Villaver

The complete list of winners will soon be posted.

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How Tim Lost 40 Pounds of Fat!

2009-11-04T08:19:00.001+08:00

Hello once again, dear! This time, I want to share with you this post made by my friend, Tim. He lost over 40 pounds (about 20 kilos) of fat in a matter of less than a year. Tim decided to change his life in August 2008. From that moment on, he's been moving forward to a leaner and fitter him.

Here's what Tim posted at his note in facebook:

Tim & gf last May 2008

The Book the fueled Tim's passion to fitness Tim around July 2009

Tim - sometime September 2009

The High-Protein, Adequate/Low Carbohydrate Dietary Program

-It is ok to go beyond your protein requirement coz your body can’t store it and will just get rid of it thru ketone bodies in the urine and stool.
-Do aim for 25 grams of fiber per day for normal bowel movement.

-Consume or use only these oils
a.)Olive
b.)Nut
c.) Clarified Butter or plain butter

-Acceptable condiments
a.) Apple Cider Vinegar
b.) Garlic
c.) Chillies
d.) Non-sugar based vinegar

-Supplements
a.)Multivitamins with Selenium for immunity.
b.) Fish oil capsule (Less than 2% cholesterol because pollutants from fish easily get trapped in it.)
c.)Chromium (1 Pill a day and taken straight for 2 to 3 weeks can reduce your intake of sugar.Niacin or Chelated type)
d.) Fat burners (Tea or Pill but NOT CHINESE-MADE.FIRST 3 PRIMARY DIGITS BAR CODE NUMBERS OF GOODS MADE FROM CHINA,690.)

-Artificial sweeteners and soda are fine but in moderation.

-Consume only these vegetables (NOT LISTED: NEVER CONSUME)
a.)Peppers
b.)Mushrooms
c.)eggplant
d.)Patola
e.)green beans
f.)malunggar
g.)kangkong
h.)Kamote tops
i.) Banana heart
j.)Chinese Cabbage
k.)raw cauliflower
l.)Squash
m.)Raw Tomato
n.) Sayote

-Avoid these seafoods
a.)Shrimp
b.)Sugpo
c.) Tahong
d.) Talaba

REMEMBER:1 Cup of Sugar=2 Cups of Carbohydrates
1 Cup of Rice = 7-8 Spoonfuls of Rice

Fat Loss vs Weight Loss

WEIGHT is EVERYTHING.

It is the mass of how dense and/or lean your muscles are. Or how adequate your stores of fat are for use during cold and energy requirements. It is also the length of your intestines, the density of your bones….the volume of your bodily fluids in your hormones.

Also losing weight can do damage to your hormones.some damages are irreversible.

When excess fat is what you lose; Size changes occur very quickly because 6 pounds of fat takes up almost a gallon of space in volume.

The Truth about Cholesterol

• Only 7% are found in the blood.
• It boosts hydro cortisone (natural steroid for growth and cell repair) and sex hormones.
• Regulates blood pressure by boosting aldosterone.
• Main component of Bile Acids because it aids in food digestion and absorbs fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K.
• Necessary for Normal Growth and transmits nerve impulses properly.
• Gives skin ability to shed water
• Precursor of Vitamin D in the skin
• Repairs tissues
• Plays a role in transportation of blood fats

• 80% of it is produced by the body.Regulated inside the cells; not by the blood.

The Facts about FAT

• Fat is metabolically inert
• It is self-regulating on intake.
• Higher Insulin Level=Higher Excess Fat=Higher Cholesterol level.
• You need it for energy and heat requirements.

The Ten Commandments of the exercise program on the high-protein diet.

a.)Start with light weights first.(Consume Water and/or Energy Drinks Beforehand)
WARNING:THIS IS LIMITED TO 6 POUNDS ONLY PER ARM.
-It is to strengthen the ligaments, tendons and connective tissue around your joints.
b.)For quick results; Work on your biggest muscles first. (push-ups.)
WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DO CRUNCHES UNLESS THERE IS AN INSTRUCTOR AND/OR YOU’RE DOING IT WITH A BENCH/GADGET
c.) Use perfect form or correct posture.
d.)Recalculate and increase your protein intake.
e.)Perform workouts on an empty stomach.
f.)Concentrate on power (how fast can you lift) and strength. Chart and increase speed.
g.) Alternate Cardio and Resistance Training exercises in a week.(6 Days)
h.)Eat a lot of protein only after working out an hour ago.
i.)Have a good night sleep.
j.)Chart your progress down.

Timoy speaks:

This is the M.I.F.A (MOVE IT FAT A**!) Program.

From Puff to getting Buff. Tim gets trimmed. From Chunk to being a Hunk.Transforming himself from Walking Heart-attack to Stunning Heartthrob. ( I SHOULD HAVE WORKED IN P.R. DAMO NA YATA MONEY KO PAG-GANUN.)

I used to weight in around 250 Pounds.The numbers speak for themselves: I had a 42 inch waistline, 24 years old and like almost 8 hours sedentary.My relatives can attest to this till I get fed up of being too fed.(hehehehe)It was either Shape up or Ship Out.I heard comments about how I was.....(Insert FAT JOKE) I was called overweight.I am still overweight but it matters if what's the composition of your weight or what's it made up.Furthermore,You can see from my Photos how I was progressing.No more chubby cheeks and no Photoshop edit done on them.
A year under that program above made my bones stick out in a good way and my excess fat moderated.(Started since August 2008) I can now do push-ups effectively.I could carry heavy weights and move around without too much effort.I have already achieved power.(Rate of Lift)
Suddenly,The ladies were on to me(some giggling and some really staring at my wide shoulders and proportioned gut to my thighs even if I don't have to drop my name).Some of my former schoolmates and classmates were mesmerized how I pulled it off.Others accused me that I was allegedly using drugs.(YES!I do use Drugs.I pop pills!So shut up!They are called Supplements,Multivitamins and Fat Burners but prohibited in using steroids.)

But some really believed and others who used to mock me were sh&t-scared when they saw my boney fists.I could be intimate or do something to intimidate.The weird thing about doing this program is that I often see others losing weight but at the expense of their hair,nails,skin and hormones.Some were jogging and sneezing at the same time even if it was in good weather; Not Good.Some had sagging skin; Worse.Some fainted due to deprivation of food rich in protein/good cholesterol and fat; Worst.
S/he may look good on the outside but his/her body feels bad due to that faddish crammed eating style called DIET. South Beach Diet is a B*TCH. (Besides, You don't live in Santorini where you really have to exert a lot of effort to transport yourself from one place to the other.) Skipping meals would also translate as flirting with the Grim Reaper. After 6 Diet? How about 6 Feet Under with all the internal organs and hormones damaged beyond repair? You can't fool Mother Nature. It would take another 7,000 to 10,000 years for a Human Being to evolve fully into a Carbohydrate eater.Didn't you know that Archaeologists know the bones of ancient people if they were obese or healthy by examining the density and length of such skeletal remains. If it's longer and harder, it meant FIT. If not...then it's OverFat. Which I am avoiding/preventing from happening again.Others insist on counting your calorie intake;Right.Like if you were born with a CalorieMeter in your brain then it's all good but since it ain't so you get my drift,ayt? And Atkins is the FATkins diet!

Some would say; It is in the genes!You know what is my reply to that?How about saying we look better due to our European and Chinese Genes when we trim down?As Benito Mussolini would quote: INACTIVITY IS DEATH. Of course!I got moving.When I am doing my "trimming" sessions; Music is involved like Aggressive Ones (metal, punk and electronica) and when I am doing aerobics I usually join the beat of party ones(Electro-House, Trance and Power Pop Mixes).

Besides, I look great when I will achieve my idealized body shape when I am strutting to Rod Steward's DO YOU THINK I AM SEXY? and PITBULL'S CALLE 8.For now I am making do with how I could close my denim jacket thru its buttons and feeling some muscles formed.I don't even use the weighting scale, I ignore it.Every pound gained is a muscle formed.Every pound lost is excess fat decreased.Besides; You ate too much carbo.Nothing wrong with depriving yourself some carbs/sweet (Common Sense: You had way too much of it already) by increasing your protein intake with exercise.

TRY FOLLOWING THIS FORMULA:

EVERYDAY KEEP A JOURNAL OF YOUR DIETARY INTAKE IN THIS FORMAT:

Breakfast: Protein:(Use black color to write it down)
Carb:(Red)
Fluid:(Blue for Water and Violet for Others)
Fiber:(Green)

IN THAT WAY; YOU GET TO CALCULATE AND IMPROVE ON IT EVERY END OF THE WEEK.

(SAME WITH LUNCH,SNACKS AND DINNER)

EVERY TIME YOU EXERCISE;TRY WRITING A JOURNAL AFTER

-Resistance Training/Weights(USE RED COLORED PEN)
-Cardio/Aerobic Exercises(USE BLUE COLORED PEN)

THEN TALLY EACH JOURNAL'S PROGRESS WEEK BY WEEK.

16 Counts(From 1-8 then 8-1)=1 Repeatition=4 Repeatition=1 Set

Also

I advise you to get laid....

by laying off the

-French Fries
-Cakes
-Pastries
-Softdrinks or Carbonated Beverages
-Non-Light Beers
-Alcoholic Drinks (If you can't then get Intervention by joining Alcoholics Anonymous.Kamu diha mga agaw ug mga "feeling sikat" na friends!)
-Potato
-Foods that are rich in Starch/Flour (And Gravy is one of them!)

BUT THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IS EMOTIONAL QUOTIENT or E.Q.

-Acceptance
-Solution
-Drive
-Reinforcement
-Substitution (if you tend to consume a lot then just reverse it to this program)
-Discipline
REMEMBER: IT WOULD TAKE 12 SERVINGS FOR THE HUMAN DIGESTIVE SYSTEM TO GET USED TO A NEW DIET.OR APPROX. 2 WEEKS.
-Focus
-Consistency
-Rewards Program (no FOOD allowed.Could be Gadgets, Clothes or a new hobby)

If you still can't get it....Remember....I used to do ballroom dancing like CHA CHA. Everytime I see something sweet and yummy; I have a tendency to get near to it but my mind is yelling for me to stop so I back off then I repeat the whole act which is FORWARD:BACKWARD.Till it gets nauseating.Ever heard of the wet look? I have it all the time. Your forehead sweats when you see that yummy chocolate cake with moist icing and your mouth drools then you're mad as h*ll not to eat it but now your face is all wet. The pressure is coming to you but remember to do the CHA CHA.Forward, Backward then STAY AWAY from that.
Then there is the Rhumba. Side-stepping from the table…Right….Left…..It’s just all dancing.But at least;You got exercise and avoided that excess fat-inducing food.
But if you still really want to eat then this advice works for you.It’s Chinese: EAT WITH ONE CHOPSTICK.
If you’re a GWEILO or ROUND-EYE, Try using small plates and small forks/spoons. Avoid Foods/Plates/Platter that is colored YELLOW and RED.Trust me…It subliminally or subconsciously attempts to make you eat more.

The oldest trick in the Txt Message: If given something tempting to eat; always remember to turn your head to the LEFT and TURN to the right.Repeat as Necessary.

**the writer referred to the Protein Diet by Dr.Meades,Tita Lotus Exercise Tips and Tito Macoy's Ultimate Diet Program.Currently, He is still under the program while at the same time doing Chan/Zen Buddhist Meditation to ward off YUMMY TEMPTATIONS. He believes that meditating actually works and It is not Agnostic or Atheistic.His Size is now XL to L.The numbers have decreased except for the Age.His waistline is now 38 then to 36 and he's targeting 34. Sometimes he wonders that some "powers-that-be" might be imposing/exporting a lot of carbo-based junk foods to Third World countries so that the Citizens of those countries would not THINK CRITICALLY for Protein has been known to increase brain performance.
Furthermore, He only consumes 1 CUP OF RICE EVERY MEAL. If you think he would be like those Actor-Hunks,Dead Wrong. They went Nip-Tuck; Timoy worked for it naturally. Lastly,All he wants for Christmas would be those supplements from GNC/Kirkland and He requests the readers to refrain from telling his Mom that he would be dancing naked at Chippendales in front of Well-to-do Matrons if he'll reach his finely Chiseled form wearing cowboy boots,white boxers and a cowboy hat.(Coz it's ladies night and the feeling's right!Snitch and I will really grip your mouth using my bare hands.Not joking.Bwahahahaha!Time's are hard and I got needs too.Don’t worry about those G*ys coz He’ll just dance to MC Hammer’s CAN’T TOUCH THIS.)

The High-Protein, Adequate/Low Carbohydrate Dietary Program

-It is ok to go beyond your protein requirement coz your body can’t store it and will just get rid of it thru ketone bodies in the urine and stool.
-Do aim for 25 grams of fiber per day for normal bowel movement.

-Consume or use only these oils
a.)Olive
b.)Nut
c.) Clarified Butter or plain butter

-Acceptable condiments
a.) Apple Cider Vinegar
b.) Garlic
c.) Chillies
d.) Non-sugar based vinegar

-Supplements
a.)Multivitamins with Selenium for immunity.
b.) Fish oil capsule (Less than 2% cholesterol because pollutants from fish easily get trapped in it.)
c.)Chromium (1 Pill a day and taken straight for 2 to 3 weeks can reduce your intake of sugar.Niacin or Chelated type)
d.) Fat burners (Tea or Pill but NOT CHINESE-MADE.FIRST 3 PRIMARY DIGITS BAR CODE NUMBERS OF GOODS MADE FROM CHINA,690.)

-Artificial sweeteners and soda are fine but in moderation.

-Consume only these vegetables (NOT LISTED: NEVER CONSUME)
a.)Peppers
b.)Mushrooms
c.)eggplant
d.)Patola
e.)green beans
f.)malunggar
g.)kangkong
h.)Kamote tops
i.) Banana heart
j.)Chinese Cabbage
k.)raw cauliflower
l.)Squash
m.)Raw Tomato
n.) Sayote

-Avoid these seafoods
a.)Shrimp
b.)Sugpo
c.) Tahong
d.) Talaba

REMEMBER:1 Cup of Sugar=2 Cups of Carbohydrates
1 Cup of Rice = 7-8 Spoonfuls of Rice

Fat Loss vs Weight Loss

WEIGHT is EVERYTHING.

It is the mass of how dense and/or lean your muscles are. Or how adequate your stores of fat are for use during cold and energy requirements. It is also the length of your intestines, the density of your bones….the volume of your bodily fluids in your hormones.

Also losing weight can do damage to your hormones.some damages are irreversible.

When excess fat is what you lose; Size changes occur very quickly because 6 pounds of fat takes up almost a gallon of space in volume.

The Truth about Cholesterol

• Only 7% are found in the blood.
• It boosts hydro cortisone (natural steroid for growth and cell repair) and sex hormones.
• Regulates blood pressure by boosting aldosterone.
• Main component of Bile Acids because it aids in food digestion and absorbs fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K.
• Necessary for Normal Growth and transmits nerve impulses properly.
• Gives skin ability to shed water
• Precursor of Vitamin D in the skin
• Repairs tissues
• Plays a role in transportation of blood fats

• 80% of it is produced by the body.Regulated inside the cells; not by the blood.

The Facts about FAT

• Fat is metabolically inert
• It is self-regulating on intake.
• Higher Insulin Level=Higher Excess Fat=Higher Cholesterol level.
• You need it for energy and heat requirements.

The Ten Commandments of the exercise program on the high-protein diet.

a.)Start with light weights first.(Consume Water and/or Energy Drinks Beforehand)
WARNING:THIS IS LIMITED TO 6 POUNDS ONLY PER ARM.
-It is to strengthen the ligaments, tendons and connective tissue around your joints.
b.)For quick results; Work on your biggest muscles first. (push-ups.)
WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DO CRUNCHES UNLESS THERE IS AN INSTRUCTOR AND/OR YOU’RE DOING IT WITH A BENCH/GADGET
c.) Use perfect form or correct posture.
d.)Recalculate and increase your protein intake.
e.)Perform workouts on an empty stomach.
f.)Concentrate on power (how fast can you lift) and strength. Chart and increase speed.
g.) Alternate Cardio and Resistance Training exercises in a week.(6 Days)
h.)Eat a lot of protein only after working out an hour ago.
i.)Have a good night sleep.
j.)Chart your progress down.

Timoy speaks:

This is the M.I.F.A (MOVE IT FAT A**!) Program.

From Puff to getting Buff. Tim gets trimmed. From Chunk to being a Hunk.Transforming himself from Walking Heart-attack to Stunning Heartthrob. ( I SHOULD HAVE WORKED IN P.R. DAMO NA YATA MONEY KO PAG-GANUN.)

I used to weight in around 250 Pounds.The numbers speak for themselves: I had a 42 inch waistline, 24 years old and like almost 8 hours sedentary.My relatives can attest to this till I get fed up of being too fed.(hehehehe)It was either Shape up or Ship Out.I heard comments about how I was.....(Insert FAT JOKE) I was called overweight.I am still overweight but it matters if what's the composition of your weight or what's it made up.Furthermore,You can see from my Photos how I was progressing.No more chubby cheeks and no Photoshop edit done on them.
A year under that program above made my bones stick out in a good way and my excess fat moderated.(Started since August 2008) I can now do push-ups effectively.I could carry heavy weights and move around without too much effort.I have already achieved power.(Rate of Lift)
Suddenly,The ladies were on to me(some giggling and some really staring at my wide shoulders and proportioned gut to my thighs even if I don't have to drop my name).Some of my former schoolmates and classmates were mesmerized how I pulled it off.Others accused me that I was allegedly using drugs.(YES!I do use Drugs.I pop pills!So shut up!They are called Supplements,Multivitamins and Fat Burners but prohibited in using steroids.)

But some really believed and others who used to mock me were sh&t-scared when they saw my boney fists.I could be intimate or do something to intimidate.The weird thing about doing this program is that I often see others losing weight but at the expense of their hair,nails,skin and hormones.Some were jogging and sneezing at the same time even if it was in good weather; Not Good.Some had sagging skin; Worse.Some fainted due to deprivation of food rich in protein/good cholesterol and fat; Worst.
S/he may look good on the outside but his/her body feels bad due to that faddish crammed eating style called DIET. South Beach Diet is a B*TCH. (Besides, You don't live in Santorini where you really have to exert a lot of effort to transport yourself from one place to the other.) Skipping meals would also translate as flirting with the Grim Reaper. After 6 Diet? How about 6 Feet Under with all the internal organs and hormones damaged beyond repair? You can't fool Mother Nature. It would take another 7,000 to 10,000 years for a Human Being to evolve fully into a Carbohydrate eater.Didn't you know that Archaeologists know the bones of ancient people if they were obese or healthy by examining the density and length of such skeletal remains. If it's longer and harder, it meant FIT. If not...then it's OverFat. Which I am avoiding/preventing from happening again.Others insist on counting your calorie intake;Right.Like if you were born with a CalorieMeter in your brain then it's all good but since it ain't so you get my drift,ayt? And Atkins is the FATkins diet!

Some would say; It is in the genes!You know what is my reply to that?How about saying we look better due to our European and Chinese Genes when we trim down?As Benito Mussolini would quote: INACTIVITY IS DEATH. Of course!I got moving.When I am doing my "trimming" sessions; Music is involved like Aggressive Ones (metal, punk and electronica) and when I am doing aerobics I usually join the beat of party ones(Electro-House, Trance and Power Pop Mixes).

Besides, I look great when I will achieve my idealized body shape when I am strutting to Rod Steward's DO YOU THINK I AM SEXY? and PITBULL'S CALLE 8.For now I am making do with how I could close my denim jacket thru its buttons and feeling some muscles formed.I don't even use the weighting scale, I ignore it.Every pound gained is a muscle formed.Every pound lost is excess fat decreased.Besides; You ate too much carbo.Nothing wrong with depriving yourself some carbs/sweet (Common Sense: You had way too much of it already) by increasing your protein intake with exercise.

TRY FOLLOWING THIS FORMULA:

EVERYDAY KEEP A JOURNAL OF YOUR DIETARY INTAKE IN THIS FORMAT:

Breakfast: Protein:(Use black color to write it down)
Carb:(Red)
Fluid:(Blue for Water and Violet for Others)
Fiber:(Green)

IN THAT WAY; YOU GET TO CALCULATE AND IMPROVE ON IT EVERY END OF THE WEEK.

(SAME WITH LUNCH,SNACKS AND DINNER)

EVERY TIME YOU EXERCISE;TRY WRITING A JOURNAL AFTER

-Resistance Training/Weights(USE RED COLORED PEN)
-Cardio/Aerobic Exercises(USE BLUE COLORED PEN)

THEN TALLY EACH JOURNAL'S PROGRESS WEEK BY WEEK.

16 Counts(From 1-8 then 8-1)=1 Repeatition=4 Repeatition=1 Set

Also

I advise you to get laid....

by laying off the

-French Fries
-Cakes
-Pastries
-Softdrinks or Carbonated Beverages
-Non-Light Beers
-Alcoholic Drinks (If you can't then get Intervention by joining Alcoholics Anonymous.Kamu diha mga agaw ug mga "feeling sikat" na friends!)
-Potato
-Foods that are rich in Starch/Flour (And Gravy is one of them!)

BUT THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IS EMOTIONAL QUOTIENT or E.Q.

-Acceptance
-Solution
-Drive
-Reinforcement
-Substitution (if you tend to consume a lot then just reverse it to this program)
-Discipline
REMEMBER: IT WOULD TAKE 12 SERVINGS FOR THE HUMAN DIGESTIVE SYSTEM TO GET USED TO A NEW DIET.OR APPROX. 2 WEEKS.
-Focus
-Consistency
-Rewards Program (no FOOD allowed.Could be Gadgets, Clothes or a new hobby)

If you still can't get it....Remember....I used to do ballroom dancing like CHA CHA. Everytime I see something sweet and yummy; I have a tendency to get near to it but my mind is yelling for me to stop so I back off then I repeat the whole act which is FORWARD:BACKWARD.Till it gets nauseating.Ever heard of the wet look? I have it all the time. Your forehead sweats when you see that yummy chocolate cake with moist icing and your mouth drools then you're mad as h*ll not to eat it but now your face is all wet. The pressure is coming to you but remember to do the CHA CHA.Forward, Backward then STAY AWAY from that.
Then there is the Rhumba. Side-stepping from the table…Right….Left…..It’s just all dancing.But at least;You got exercise and avoided that excess fat-inducing food.
But if you still really want to eat then this advice works for you.It’s Chinese: EAT WITH ONE CHOPSTICK.
If you’re a GWEILO or ROUND-EYE, Try using small plates and small forks/spoons. Avoid Foods/Plates/Platter that is colored YELLOW and RED.Trust me…It subliminally or subconsciously attempts to make you eat more.

The oldest trick in the Txt Message: If given something tempting to eat; always remember to turn your head to the LEFT and TURN to the right.Repeat as Necessary.

**the writer referred to the Protein Diet by Dr.Meades,Tita Lotus Exercise Tips and Tito Macoy's Ultimate Diet Program.Currently, He is still under the program while at the same time doing Chan/Zen Buddhist Meditation to ward off YUMMY TEMPTATIONS. He believes that meditating actually works and It is not Agnostic or Atheistic.His Size is now XL to L.The numbers have decreased except for the Age.His waistline is now 38 then to 36 and he's targeting 34. Sometimes he wonders that some "powers-that-be" might be imposing/exporting a lot of carbo-based junk foods to Third World countries so that the Citizens of those countries would not THINK CRITICALLY for Protein has been known to increase brain performance.
Furthermore, He only consumes 1 CUP OF RICE EVERY MEAL. If you think he would be like those Actor-Hunks,Dead Wrong. They went Nip-Tuck; Timoy worked for it naturally. Lastly,All he wants for Christmas would be those supplements from GNC/Kirkland and He requests the readers to refrain from telling his Mom that he would be dancing naked at Chippendales in front of Well-to-do Matrons if he'll reach his finely Chiseled form wearing cowboy boots,white boxers and a cowboy hat.(Coz it's ladies night and the feeling's right!Snitch and I will really grip your mouth using my bare hands.Not joking.Bwahahahaha!Time's are hard and I got needs too.Don’t worry about those G*ys coz He’ll just dance to MC Hammer’s CAN’T TOUCH THIS.)

Get Inspired with our Fashionista Muse ~ Benjie S Manuel

2009-11-04T00:15:00.001+08:00

I was browsing through my facebook when I came across one of our City's most beloved fashion designer, Benjie S. Manuel (BSM). I was further browsing through his pics of wonderful creations of gowns and dresses when I came across his "Before & After" pic.

What was amazing was the fact that BSM did the transformation in a matter of 6 months and still keeping up with it. In his Facebook, BSM was asked by his friends what he did, what his diet was, and he replied:

" lesser food intake or 5 small meals lang... six tablespoons of rice, no limit ang veggies... i reward myself during weekends, i drink coke, i eat kare-kare, yellow cab... then read the labels, taas ba ng sugar, sodium, salt, naa bay msg etc etc. most of all tinolang isda, grilled isda with red tomatoes and always nimo gkaon, learn to love the fibrous patola, kangkong, sayote, puso ng saging... i break the rules once in a while and i don't feel guilty if i miss my cardio... cardio should be at least 30 minutes 3 times a week... but i do it 6 times and do more to 45... and when you enter a fast food always think that the food they sell will eventually kill you...soon! watch the documentary "supersize me" ...drink plenty of tubig...ayaw pagutom kay pag magutom ka ang tendency mukaon ka ug daghan... and for inspiration - take a close range photo of your bilbil... and place it in your mirror."

12 August at 01:51

and last but not the least, you can't see results immediately, in fact you will feel nga nisamot ka ug kadako... and try to stick with it for life, yeah muligas panagsa mubati ta ug tapol and mugain a little...but it should be a lifestyle dili sayon jud ; )

12 August at 01:55

Furthermore:

never let urself get hungry, always eat on time, a late meal is a very big meal in the end
-u can't see results immediately, once you started you will even feel big or bloated... and once in while you'll feel lazy and you stop... and then you gain but then get back to it, once in a while you'll miss a workout, but it it okay : ) heheheh

13 August at 01:02

i was soooo inspired by a client who goes scuba diving, rock climbing, ballroom dancing, with a model figure pero she's alread 52 years old!

13 August at 01:32

And there you go folks, the transformation of Benjie S. Manuel. I actually do the same stuff that he does. Good nutrition is really the key to all these, plus exercise!

What he did in his cardio workout of doing more than the 30 mins 3xweek is actually what I did when I lost a lot of pounds. Light weights and more repetitions will burn more calories and will keep you trimmed.

I am so inspired by BSM's testimony that a healthy lifestyle is not easy. "No pain, no gain". What we're actually gaining is a good future for our physical bodies. We need to invest time and effort to keep our bodies healthy ~ heck, we only got one life to live, so let's make the most of it!

Tetada Kalimasada @ COC-PHINMA

2009-11-03T22:53:00.001+08:00

This November, Cagayan de Oro College-Phinma, will be oriented by one of the Tetada Kalimasada practitioners of Cagayan de Oro City. For info on Tetada Kalimasada, I have found two really nice readings about this. One is posted by Ms Connie Veneracion in her blog House on a Hill and the other post is in the blog called Between Honesty and Hope.

I became very interested to join TK (short for Tetada Kalimasada) when my friend, Adrian dela Serna, and I discussed about chakras, inner energies, supernaturals and all that during a late night chat at Mister Donut. At that time, I've heard about developing inner energies when you do Tai Chi. But Adrian informed me that when he was practising TK, he was not just learning how to heal himself but also learning to heal others. As a nurse, I wanted to join immediately, but due to my hectic schedule at that time, I wasn't able to do so.

Luckily, sometime middle of October, after the CDO Fitness & Exercise Seminar Workshop, Adrian brought Mr. Bert Tan to COC. Mr. Tan is a practitioner and teacher of TK. We talked for hours from that moment we met at COC and he even demonstrated some healing techniques. My enthusiasm to learn TK was going overboard. But still, my tight schedule at work prevented me from enrolling in his sessions.

Until about two weeks ago, on October 22, 2009, I finally enrolled myself for the first time at Mr. Tan's class. I went with Adrian to Mr Tan's house/gym since I didn't know where it was. When we got there, we were already late, but we were still accepted to join and follow the video on the TV monitor.

Since I wasn't able to perform the meditations prior to the actual exercises, I really had a hard time coping with the team. But it did not deter me to stop. I pressed on and found the whole exercises really stimulating and challenging. The next week, I was absent on the monday session but made up for the thursday session. And then this week, I spoke with the Vice-President of our College and he told me that he's very interested to learn TK and he's hoping that we could invite Sir Tan at COC for an orientatino, demo and session.

Therefore, boys and girls, we are inviting all Cagayan de Oro College students, faculty & staff, as well as our neighboring populace at Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City, to join us this November 2009 as we embark on this wonderful fitness program that will not just improve your physical condition but most specially, your mental and spiritual selves. We will update you once we have confirmed if we could do this on November 14, saturday or November 21, saturday. It will be in the afternoon around 1PM until 4PM.

See you then!

The 2010 Bodybuilding.com BodySpace Spokesmodel Search!

2009-10-30T22:14:00.000+08:00

Hey folks!Ever since I've been working out in the gym, I also got my first glimpse of Iron Man magazine. I've noticed that they also feature female bodybuilders, which is really great because those sexy ladies really pump iron! :) Anyways, they now promoting a new contest for Bodyspace. Please do check it out.

It's the 2010 Bodybuilding.com Bodyspace Spokesmodel Search! To vote for your favorite Spokesmodel (Male & Female), just click on the link.

You can vote ONCE PER DAY! So click away your votes now!

Laga's Fitness Story

2009-10-27T04:30:00.000+08:00

Here's a story of Laga, who was once a tennis junkie during her high school days. Then later on, became a "tournament" player during her college days -- actually, she only plays during the college intramurals thus the monicker "tournament" player, hehehe... Back on the story, after college, Laga gained weight very slowly, a term called Creeping Obesity, since it creeped slowly without her noticing how much she has really gained during the last 4-5 years she has been in school.

Due to comments and pressures from family and some very close friends on her weight, she fell into depression, which made her comsume more calories than she ought to. Her work as a teacher only made her weight problems worst when she spends the rest of her days (and nights) sitting in front of the computer (or sometimes TV).

Last 2003, she made a very good change in her physique when she joined some friends in the gym and took control of her diet. But she was not very consistent and fell back to eating more and exercising less. By then she ballooned to about 136 lbs (about 62 kgs) from just about 125 lbs in about 2 years with a pear shape body (more fat on the waist, hip and thigh areas).

This picture was taken last June 15, 2008 when she was about 135 lbs. By December 2008, she was almost 140 lbs, and she fell ill prior to Christmas day. Just before New Year's eve, her aunt gave her a gift ~ 10 boxes of Orlistat (containing about 7 capsules per box). She started taking one cap per day just to try it out. After 3 days, she's been taking 2 caps/day and after a week, she took it 3xday. By then, she noticed just very slight changes in her physique. She did lost some weight, but she was suffering from stomach cramps and oily passes. After consuming all the capsules, she stopped taking Orlistat and tried working out in the gym by February 8, 2009. After her initial workouts, she liked the results of getting the athlete's "HIGH" after exercising so she decided to enroll by February 22, 2009. She was then 136 lbs.

After 8 weeks of vigorous exercise with taebo workouts for a month, she lost 10 lbs. She then maintained her ideal weight with some controlled diet and was able to shed off more, reaching the desired 123 lbs.

The picture above was taken August 16, 2009 when she was about 127 lbs with nicer curves than before she worked out in the gym. Right now, she's an advocate of fitness and good nutrition. She is still maintaining her medium frame and her current weight of 129 lbs of muscles and few fats. Laga doesn't mind about the weight issues anymore because she is more concerned of body composition and shape. She's avidly into bodybuilding, taebo and tetada kalimasada. Before the end of the year, she'll begin her muay thai training with Jan-jan at Pelaez Gym.

Let's see how far Laga will go on her quest for fitness. Kudos Laga!

**For your stories on Fitness, send an email to pelaez.gym@gmail.com**

Fitness/Tai Chi/Pole Dancing Instructors Needed

2009-10-27T03:29:00.001+08:00

Hi Fitness Instructors, I got this email from jobstreet.com. This advertisement was posted last October 22, 2009 and will close on December 20, 2009. So feel free to check it out. If you have the qualifications, please do email the Sports Zone Human Resource Office.

Sports Zone, located at Tomas Saco St., Cagayan de Oro City, is in need of Fitness/Tai Chi/Pole Dancing Instructors.Candidates must at least possess a Bachelor's or College degree from any field, with at least 2 years working experiece in the related field, with preferably 1-4 years experience as an employee specializing in Fitness Service or its equivalent. Full-Time positions are available. Please send your resumes and cover letters to pgmc_hrd@yahoo.com.

CNN Hero of the Year Award -- Let's Vote for Efren! GO PINOY!

2009-10-27T03:03:00.002+08:00

Hi Guys! I've read about Efren's story before -- remember the school through "karitons"? That's what he does and his team who are mostly former gang members. I like his story and the changes that he creates among the Philippine youth. Way to go, Efren. I hope he wins the Hero of the Year award from CNN. He could really make good use of the monetary reward to further his endeavors and promote education through impoverish Filipino youth. I truly admire his heroism.

Voting continues until Thursday, November 19, 2009 (6 a.m. ET). There is no limit on the number of times you may vote for the Hero of the Year. Please share this to all Filipinos worldwide.

Thank You for All the Support & For Being There!

2009-10-04T07:06:00.001+08:00

To all the sponsors, participants, speakers and crew of the recently concluded CDO Fitness & Exercise Seminar Workshop, THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! You are our angels! Without your support to this event, it would not have been possible nor would be a success!

Until next time? :)

A student ponders on joining the seminar -- I'm glad she did came and enjoyed the event! She got a lot of prizes too for participating~!

Our guest speakers ~ (from L-R) ~ Marlon Tajale, Dr. Randie Asuncion, Vernon Dingal and Ely Quirino, Jr.

Ely conducting a TAEBO workout sampler with the participants. Exhilarating and a lot of fun! :D Vernon joined in the fun as well! :)

Register to CDO Fitness & Exercise Seminar Workshop

2009-09-13T17:14:00.001+08:00

Send your name, school/gym/company, contact number & email to pelaez.gym@gmail.com for your registration to CDO Fitness & Exercise Seminar Workshop.

For confirmation of your seat -- you must include registration payment of Php100. Paypal payments are allowed ($2.50 per person) thru mcsrubio@gmail.com.

Preregistration and reservation is only until Sept 20, 2009. Registration is non-refundable.

Being Patient in Achieving that Sexy Body

2009-09-10T14:23:00.004+08:00

Getting a sexy, lean, and fit body means that you have to put in a lot of effort -- not only in following your workout program but most especially in spending time in the gym at least 3-4 times week. This means that you'll have to put off some other appointments, engagements or work. But if you are someone who manages your time well, there's always a certain time during the day that you'll have to devout to gym workout. Just be patient and try to workout regularly -- one or two body parts at a time. Like for example: Day 1 -- chest and triceps, Day 2 -- back and biceps, Day 3 -- legs, thigh and calves.

Another point to ponder is to maintain your high protein, low fat diet. Protein is the nutrient that helps in body repair as well as in muscle formation. Lowering the fat in your diet means that you'll also decrease the fat that's being stored in your body. One has to maintain this type of diet all throughout the year in order to achieve having a lean body. Of course, you can't deprive yourself forever from those high calories, high fat snacks and soda, but you'll just have to take it very minimally. Discipline is the key and just remember -- if you take in too many calories than what is required, then you'll have to workout twice as much to burn if off and maintain your weight. In order to lose weight, you'll need to burn off more and eat less -- but it doesn't mean you don't eat at all. You could always substitute unhealthy foodstuff with healthy ones. Once again, be patient, don't hurry in getting lean by taking in drugs -- it'll only disappoint you once you quickly bounce back to your weight once you're off the drugs. Plus, it might even make you to sick to workout and fail altogether.

Now, folks, if you have any questions that I could help you with in terms of your fitness goals, send me a post or email me at pelaez.gym@gmail.com and let's see what we could do to help you achieve those goals faster and safer.

Ciao!

Yesterday's Leg Routine

2009-09-08T18:46:00.001+08:00

Workout Sked:

Abs Routine:

Vertical Leg Raise - 2x8 reps

Inclined Abs - 1x20 reps (without weights)

Inclined Abs - 2x15 reps (10 lbs)

Legs Routine:

Forward Lunges - 5 lbs - 20,15

Forward Lunges - 10 lbs - 2x10

Squats - warm-up - 20

Squats - 20 lbs - 15

Squats - 40 lbs - 10

Squats - 60 lbs - 8

Reverse Hamstring Curl - 20 lbs - 20

Reverse Hamstring Curl - 30 lbs - 15

Reverse Hamstring Curl - 40 lbs - 10,6

Inclined Leg Press - warm-up - 20

Inclined Leg Press - 20 lbs - 15

Inclined Leg Press - 40 lbs - 12

Inclined Leg Press - 60 lbs - 10

Leg Extention - 20 lbs - 20

Leg Extention - 30 lbs - 15

Leg Extention - 40 lbs - 12, 10

Calf Raise - Warm-up - 50

Calf Raise - 20 lbs - 40

Calf Raise - 40 lbs - 30

Calf Raise - 60 lbs - 25

How did I feel after my hour's worth of leg workout? AMAZING!!!!

Making Money by Blogging

2009-09-08T17:18:00.003+08:00

Hey fellow bloggers! How would you like to make extra money just by blogging? Sounds good aight? Well it is! And here's how. Just go to the site called Link From Blog, register your blog there, activate it and start negotiating with advertisers. From then on, money will start rolling in. For more info, click the icon below:

Fitness Reading: Fit Over Forty by Sherri McMillan

2009-09-07T09:40:00.000+08:00

I'm currently reading the fitness book written by Sherri McMillan, Fit Over Forty: The Winning Way to Lifetime Fitness which includes simple strategies that will guide you to your fit lifestyle. There are also pictures on techniques on how you could improve your muscle tone, perform a cardiovascular workout, enhance your posture & balance, flexibility, nutrition, relaxation and a lot more! There's also a bonus on how to do an Anti-Aging Workout Routine!
Check out Sherri McMillan, an award-winning personal trainor and co-owner of the Northwest Personal Training and Northwest Women's Fitness Club in Canada and the USA, also check out her books at leading bookstores nationwide.

Let the Nurse Help Heal Your Fitness Sores

2009-09-07T09:03:00.001+08:00

Check out NurseDog (by Ram Larios), a nurse who would help lick away your sores and sprains in almost everything that makes you ache. He's funny, smart and rants about justice too!

Visit his blog at NurseDog here at blogspot.

CDO's Fitness & Exercise Seminar Workshop

2009-09-02T20:20:00.001+08:00

Cagayan de Oro College-PHINMA's College of Nursing will be conducting the CDO Fitness & Exercise Seminar Workshop on October 3, 2009 at the College's Auditorium. This event will feature different strategies on getting fit plus participants will get a chance to try out the some workout routines. Certificates will be provided to participants.

Registration fee is only P100, with students getting 50%discount upon presentation of valid school ID. Limited seats (about 100) are available and the organizers are expecting reservations on or before September 20, 2009. COC-Phinma is located at Max Suniel St., Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City.

For more info and reservation, please contact Ms. Carmz Rubio, RN at +639298182078 or email her at mcsrubio@gmail.com.

CdO's Bodybuilders are 2009 Mr. Philippines winners

2009-09-02T19:28:00.000+08:00

Louie "Bebot" Galvez of Cagayan de Oro CIty's Pelaez Fitness Gym (Don Gregorio Pelaez Sports Center) bested all the other contenders for both the Novice and Short Categories in the recently concluded Mr. and Ms. Philippines 2009 (National Bodybuilding & Fitness Championships) at Cebu City. The pre-judging was held at Sugbutel's Rooftop while the Final Judging was held at the Cebu Midtown Hotel. The event was organized by Workout Fitness Center.

On the other hand, in the Tall Category of the same contest, two Kagay-anons emerged as top winners. Mr. Vernon Dingal (red trunks, L) garnered the First Runner-Up award while Mr. Marlon Tajale (green trunks, R) finished as Second Runner-Up. Both are also from Pelaez Fitness Gym.

Mr and Mr Philippines Bodybuilding and Fitness Championships - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos

2009-08-31T10:15:00.001+08:00

4 titled bodybuilders to join Workout tilt - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos

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The Pelaez Ladies' Fitness Challenge

2009-08-26T21:01:00.000+08:00

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!

A Great Butt Sculpting Workout from Women's Health

2009-08-07T13:51:00.000+08:00

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.

Clock Lunge

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.

Step-Ups with Knee Raise

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.

Lunge Jumps

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.

Inchworm Stretch

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.

Squat Jumps

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.

Wood Chopper

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.

Power Skips

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.

Figure 4 Stretch

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.

You can find this workout online at: www.WomensHealthMag.com/fitness/sculpt-your-butt

Hiring for Fitness Instructors @ Fitness First

2009-08-06T04:38:00.000+08:00

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:

Conducts body composition analysis for members/guest.
Conducts orientations for facility use and care for members/guests.
Arranges customized/individual exercise programs for members/guests.
Provides personal training as necessary for members/guests
Promotes products, services and special promotional offers whenever an opportunity arises.

Requirements:

BS Physical Therapy graduate or any related background is an advantage
Knowledgeable in designing safe and effective exercise programs
One (1) year experience in a similar capacity gained from a fitness-related setting is an advantage
Must have flexible time to do personal training
Capable of maintaining the cleanliness of the gym and upkeep of the gym equipment
Has attended the latest First Aid Training with CPR
Must be passionate about teaching and helping people to exercise the proper way
Applicants should be Filipino citizens or hold relevant residence status.

Interested applicants may apply personally at
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.

2009-08-06T03:58:00.000+08:00

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!!!

Of Triceps and Temptations!

2009-07-20T11:34:00.000+08:00

Why is it that it's so difficult for me to tone my triceps? Ever since I lost a lot of weight (after 4 months of working out in the gym), I couldn't just easily tone it. But the good thing is: I was able to develop my muscles well. Still, there's that jiggly stuff that I really don't like to look at when I extend my arms sideways.

One of my instructors, Aileen, said that I should be lifting heavier weights and do the triceps exercises. Heavy but brief reps. If I use lighter weights and more reps, it'll just make me lose more fat but not much on toning my arm. On the other hand, Cathy, my aerobics instructor said, I could do more of the taebo workout for arms to tone my upper arm. Using lighter weights during aerobics would help greatly too, according to her.

I'd have to try both to maximize my results tho. And so far, after about 2 weeks of doing what they've taught me, I could feel that arms are getting into shape. It's not that visible yet, as I still get some jiggling fat. But the muscles are firmer and I like it.

Another instructor friend of mine, Marlon, said that maybe it's my diet. Having a balanced nutrition along with properly executed workout will make me reach my goals really fast. And I guess he's absolutely right!

Lately, I haven't been feeling good -- stress at work and at home can really disrupt your well-planned diet. And having not enough money to buy my whole wheat bread, low-fat milk, and oatmeal, will have to make me eat the high-fat, high-cal foods at home that my parents buy (take note: I'm still living with my folks...hehe...). So, it's all a matter of strategy. Even if I'm surrounded with these sweet, tasty, high-cal foodstuff, it's the discipline in me that will determine my achievement. And it's so hard to resist temptations!!

Speaking of which, for the last 2 weeks of complaining about my jiggly triceps, I've also been digging into some really good durian that my aunt sent from her farm in Bukidnon. Hmmm....hmmm...Not just that, my pregnant sis can't resist chocolates and she has stacked up a lot of chocs and choc cookies & cakes in the fridge -- oh, yeah!!! Gotta taste those too!

Chocolate temptation has been my craving since time immemorial. (Most girls would agree too, don't ya!?!) And it does help in relieving the stress that builds-up in you. It helps me relax and the taste is just heavenly.

Anyway, I'm really hoping that this sloppy discipline in achieving my fitness goals would just be temporary. The determination to change my body into an amazingly fit one is still burning passionately. And this blog (also the one in wordpress) were born out of this fitness dream.

A Fresh New Day

2009-07-07T17:01:00.001+08:00

There's always a rainbow after the rain...

Ah, it's a wonderful afternoon to have a workout session. The fresh wind on your face right after a milk rainshower is totally refreshing. Most especially after you had some pretty bad day yesterday....hmmm...hmmm...won't be talking about that, but instead, let me share with you what I've seen on TV just today! :D

For the past 4 months, I have been working my butt out in the gym. I've lost about 10lbs already and has been maintaining my weight at about 126-128lbs. But I wanted to lose more weight after I saw that TV program, "THE BIGGEST LOSER" (you can check them out here on the web). That was a total wow!!!

It's amazing to see really OBESE people working towards their goal of having a fit body, and they did!! Even after being eliminated from the contest (it's just like the Amazing Race, Fear Factor, etc.), those who were out of the game didn't stop themselves from reaching their dreams. And I was so inspired (TOTALLY!!!) with the "Before-After" pics when they showed off their current fit selves beside their really fat bodies before.

I wanted my mom to see the show. Too bad she was asleep when I was watching it. But i'll try to convince her somehow. I'll show her the website instead. Show her the videos and I hope she'll be inspired. She already said that she got inspired after seeing me lose weight and having a nice sexy shape than 4 months ago. She's eager to start her workout but she doesn't seem to be motivated to go to the gym. When we'll both have enough time, I'll really take her to the gym and introduce her to my fitness instructors, Kathy and Marlon, so they could help her create a program for herself. I could make the program for Mom, but it's best if I let the experts do it for her, and so that she won't get too laxed to follow the program.

I'm always hoping for the best.

Later folks!