Extreme Fitness

I NEED WINNERS NOT CUSTOMERS!

2012-06-03T05:19:00.003-07:00

I will speak of Power 90, P90X, Insanity, and Shakeology because that's where my credibility lies. I can't promote something that I don't do and I hate to sell. Follow my journey and then decide if this is for you. Don't be fool! It ain't easy! If you are looking for a magic pill, then don't waste your time here. Go somewhere else! Every day I take my shakeology in the morning and I watch what I eat and I follow P90X, which is the program I'm currently on. I commit myself 110%. I sweat, I puke, and I even fall, but I brought it each and everytime! So, if working hard is not for you, then you can forget it because it will not work for you. I need people who love to take on challenges. Not people that are expert, people that are willing to fail and keep trying. Those are the winners and those are the ones that I guarantee will succeed.

Dialysis Machine costing island a lot of money

2012-06-02T06:21:00.001-07:00

As I was reading this, I got really angry how people still don't get what is happening here. We, a poor island nation, is trying to counter the diabetic & gout epidemic that is basically killing everyone on the island. Yet, people come up with excuses or even ridicule my quest to reverse the end of obesity.

You see, I'm from a family that have struggled with diabetic for generations. My great grandfather was one of the earlier people that died of diabetes and later would be my grandmother and my uncle. Now, I am watching my dad deteriorate slowly has he refused to come to grasp that his unhealthy eating habit and lack of exercise is killing him. Every time we had a conversation about his health, he gets angry with me and start giving me the excuse that he is just old and old people are supposed to accept their fate. I am saddened and angry by his ignorant comments and then, it struck me. People are just full of excuses because they are afraid and they are not willing to accept reality. Reality, that Micronesia ranks one of the highest in obesity rate in the world. The problem is that we have been program to believe that medicine is the only sure way to fix this even when evidence has shown otherwise. I mean, most of the patience that takes medication died couple years later because of a complication that the medicine has brought on their body. Now, I am no doctor and will probably have someone refute my claim. Fine! But this I know, I was on the path of destruction like the rest of the folks here until I come to grips with what was happening to me. The day I accepted that I needed to change my lifestyle is the day my life changed for the better. I wanted to lose weight and feel good about myself, but along the way I became healthy. My doctor told me that my blood pressure is normal and that there is no sign that I would follow in my dad's footstep. My journey became more than something that can be perceived as superficial. I am doing this so I can be around to see my kids grow up. I am around to be an example to my kids, my family, and my people. I hope and pray that my path would influence more along the way to become healthy and fit.

Why Yoga is so important to fitness

2012-05-31T05:18:00.000-07:00

Since started doing Yoga, I've seen my overall balance, strength, and fitness has improved. I am calmer and things doesn't bother me as much. Don't get me wrong, I am not the flexible guru by no means, but each time I do Yoga, I'm able to twist and stretch in areas that would have been impossible for me to do few months ago. So, I thought it will be a good thing to read up on the benefits of Yoga. Your ready? Here's the lowdown.

Stable autonomic nervous system equilibrium
Pulse rate decreases
Respiratory rate decreases
Blood Pressure decreases (of special significance for hyporeactors)
Galvanic Skin Response (GSR) increases
EEG - alpha waves increase (theta, delta, and beta waves also increase during various stages of meditation)
EMG activity decreases
Cardiovascular efficiency increases
Respiratory efficiency increases
Gastrointestinal function normalizes
Endocrine function normalizes
Excretory functions improve
Musculoskeletal flexibility and joint range of motion increase
Breath-holding time increases
Joint range of motion increase
Grip strength increases
Eye-hand coordination improves
Dexterity skills improve
Reaction time improves
Posture improves
Strength and resiliency increase
Endurance increases
Energy level increases
Weight normalizes
Sleep improves
Immunity increases
Pain decreases
Steadiness improves
Depth perception improves
Balance improves
Integrated functioning of body parts improves
Psychological Benefits of Yoga
Somatic and kinesthetic awareness increase
Mood improves and subjective well-being increases
Self-acceptance and self-actualization increase
Social adjustment increases
Anxiety and Depression decrease
Hostility decreases
Concentration improves
Memory improves
Attention improves
Learning efficiency improves
Mood improves
Self-actualization increase
Social skills increases
Well-being increases
Somatic and kinesthetic awareness increase
Self-acceptance increase
Attention improves
Concentration improves
Memory improves
Learning efficiency improves
Symbol coding improves
Depth perception improves
Flicker fusion frequency improves

Day 79 on P90X

2012-05-29T06:43:00.001-07:00

It's been 79 days! The result has been great all around. Tonight I did my Plyo workout and each time my stamina has improved tremendously. Reflecting back on the first day, I just couldn't believe how far I've come! I'm excited to be able to come this far. I have taken my progression pictures, which I will post right now. The next picture would be my final when I finished the first round in 11 days. Here it is! Respond if you see change. :)

Week 5 of P90X

2012-04-12T04:50:00.000-07:00

I've been struggling with P90X, unlike the first time I did it. Now, I am more focus than ever. My wife has became my partner and we have at it for the past five weeks, eating right and bring in it. I am just so ecstatic of the changes in my strength and my stamina. I cant wait to finally complete the first 90 days. I am very confident of it this time. It is a battle, no less and yes, you are going to get disappointing and even failed, but do not quit. Sit out and come back with a vengeance. I am also excited that two of my friends are doing the P90X. We are using facebook to encourage each other. I've taken my 30 days picture but I'd like to wait until 60 days so the changes are more evident and then I can start posting pictures every 30 days after. I know this is a 90 day program, but my goal is to take it to a year and then gauge my transformation.I'm done for tonight, just completed Yoga X.

Toward the end of P90X first Round

2012-01-12T01:00:00.000-08:00

Toward the End of Week 8: Recovery Week

2011-12-07T18:49:00.000-08:00

My wife will be posting my pictures. I'm still at it. I've measured myself and am satisfied with the progress, but I have not check out the pictures. Hopefully, it will give me a pleasant surprise.

I have been doing mostly Insanity with the Yoga X in the Recovery. Brutal but effective.

Check out tomorrow when I post the pictures.

Week 5 Day 29 Chest, shoulder and triceps

2011-11-14T03:06:00.000-08:00

Didn't complete my workout last week, so I repeated all the workout from last week. Today, I did chest, shoulder, and tri. I was amazed on the improvement I've seen in my workout. Abripper X is still very challenging. Still could not complete the whole workout, but I have seen my numbers and my forms improve tremendously. I was amazed also that I could do one arm pushup on my knee, but regardless, I'm doing it. I am so stoked that I can't wait for tomorrow. I no longer tread on even the most challenging workout. I can start to fit into my other clothes that has been collecting dust in my closet. If week 5 is this good, imagine week 12, 90 days!! AARGH!!!! Bring it!!!

Day 26 Week 4 Core Synergistic

2011-11-05T05:10:00.001-07:00

Got back from work late last night. Just doesn't have the energy to do a one hour workout. Especially not Core Synergistic. So I took the night off and reschedule my workout today.
It was a good decision seeing that I lack the energy needed for a full workout. I still couldn't do full motion on certain workout, however, what I did on the first cynergistic vs. tonight was a 50% improvement. Can't wait to do yoga X to see if my strength and flexiblity keeps improving.
I feel healthier with a ton of energy!
Tomorrow will be the end of fourth week and I will post my picture in here and the teambeachbody webstie: http://teambeachbody.com/rippleeffect

Get Your Six Pack for the Holiday!!

2011-11-02T14:35:00.000-07:00

Select the P90 X ad on my site and order yourself the videos, then go to myfitnesspal.com to monitor your calories. I'm telling you this is the best investment you would do for you, better yet, a gift to you for the holiday. Get your 6 pack before the turn of the year.

Make sure to sign up in www.teambeachbody.com for the challenge to lose weight over the holidays and get a chance to win one thousand dollar. This is a win win situation!

Day 22 Week 4

2011-11-01T06:46:00.000-07:00

Started out on week 4 a little rough. My ankle is acting up on me for no reason. Cynergistic was very difficult on a bad ankle but I modify to make it work for me tonight! At the end of the week, I will be posting my pictures of day one versus day 30. Not comfortable in posting my pictures, but I'll do it as a motivation for myself and others who needed inspiration.

Week 3 Day 17

2011-10-26T07:28:00.000-07:00

I have always been a weightlifter minus the ab workout. So, I have no problem with the shoulder and arms workout. Ab ripper X is another story. Each time, I get anxious beforehand, but I am so elated at the small improvement and strength I've seen over the few weeks since starting back on the P90X. My doubt are becoming less and my hope is becoming stronger. Opportunity is on my doorstep! Yahoo!

Plyometric Week 3 day 16

2011-10-25T04:27:00.000-07:00

I came home late from work. I was beginning to have second thought, when the inspiring phrase came to me like an epiphany, "Just Push Play!" So, I did just that! As soon as I started the workout, I was in the zone. I went through every move sweating and breathing so hard I thought my heart was going to burst out of my lung! I was afraid I might slip from the sweat pouring out of my pores and down to the floor. By the time I had finished the workout, I had burned 1050 calories! Wow! I felt great! I felt like I have captured a flag on the mountain! So Glad I push play!

How about you, what's your workout?

Chest and Back

2011-10-24T05:25:00.000-07:00

I am in my third week for the workout and I have lost 4 inches off my waist and 15 lbs. I look forward to another 5 by this coming Sunday.

Just completed Chest and Back. I seeing great results in all areas. At the end of week 4, I will be posting before and after pictures. You welcome to stop by and check out my result or follow my journey.

Kenpo X

2011-10-22T20:06:00.000-07:00

Kenpo X. Just a great and fun cardiovascular workout!

I have been posting my workout on facebook and I am pleased that I have sparked interest in those who have been following my journey! I used these mediums to support and motivate me, but I am finding that while I am doing this for myself, I have motivated others as well. I am more determined than ever!! :)

Legs, back, and Ab Ripper X

2011-10-21T06:34:00.000-07:00

I've lost 15 lbs since I started back on the P90X. My aim is to lose at least 40 lbs by January.

Sunday workout

2011-10-15T20:01:00.000-07:00

I am debating whether I should do Kenpo or one of Insanity workout in place. Kenpo is fun but I don't think it pushes me to the level I need. I need to feel like someone just kicked my ass.

If you have an advice, please drop me a suggestion(s). Oh, I lost 5 lbs.

Kenneth

2011-10-15T08:05:00.000-07:00

Legs, back and Abripper X. I am not trying to exaggerate, but the P90X workout literally melts fat on the first week of workout! I have friends who are challenging me to prove them there is a change in 30 days! Pressure is on!!! How about you? What's your goal?

P90X Yoga

2011-10-14T07:12:00.000-07:00

After so many months of layoff, I could engage how fit I was compared to me now. I felt like a tin man, but it feels good that now I have a perception on my goal. Had a great workout! Please follow me on facebook or twitter and track my success. I will post pictures in three weeks. See ya!

Chest & Shoulder

2011-10-03T03:59:00.000-07:00

Best Shoulder workout - Military Press

Best Chest Workout - Incline Bench Press

Those two workout will add mass to your muscles. AARGH!

Update

2011-09-15T01:00:00.000-07:00

I've finally starting to see my strength coming back. I will start to add the P90X with my workout. Probably will take the schedule to the gym and follow it and then do the cardio workouts at home.

Gym Rat!

2011-09-08T04:17:00.000-07:00

I love the P90X and would recommend it to anyone, but my motive is to get people to share the same experience. Sorry to say, but I am more focus on the fitness part than trying to sell a product. If I don't get to sell anything and you come to the gym and hit it very hard for and hour or two, than that in itself is more rewarding than any profit or revenue. In fact, I have been observing some in here and they do put a black eye to real workout, real fitness, and just the joy of going to the gym and sweating it out. Though, I have been away for sometimes from the gym scene until I picked up P90X, I have always enjoyed weightlifting, martial arts, and just the comraderie of being a gym rat. I used to run for 6 miles from my house in New Dorp, Staten Island to the Verrazano bridge and bag before I injured myself during a mma sparring at the martial arts class. This ankle injury has become a thorn on my side since, but I am determine not to keep me down.

Coming Back more intense than ever

2011-09-08T03:55:00.000-07:00

After my injury to my ankle, it was so difficult to motivate myself into my workout. It didn't take long to start adding unwanted fat on my already big frame. I felt the fat on me. I was tired and unmotivated to do anything. Even my online class was affected by my lack of motivation. After couple of months, I saw what I didn't want to see in the mirror. So, I had to pull myself out of the rut and take my bud to the gym! After the first day, I knew that I had missed working out and keeping myself healthy. Though, I have not posted anything in here for over six months, I had been working out for three weeks now and I am slowly seeing small changes to my physique and my mental focus. I promised to keep at it no matter what and I ask you also to keep faith and pick up where we left off. Let the journey begin!!!

What happened

2011-07-07T04:24:00.000-07:00

I just got back after an injury and trouble at work. It was depressing to be away for this long. I am finally starting back up again and it ain't easy.

Please come and join me so we can help each other get back into the healthy lifestyle.

Plyometric Cardio Circuit

2011-04-27T06:15:00.000-07:00

Just completed Insanity Plyometric Cardio Circuit! AARGH!!! Felt awesome! I felt stronger with more stamina than last week! Making progress! Do you have the will power to succeed? Then Insanity is for you! Log into www.beachbodycoach.com/rippleeffect to purchase your Insanity and get free coaching.