Firm Check in Week 17

[sm4987]

Hey, has anyone tried Upper body sculpt with Janet Brooks or frim abs with Nancy Tucker or Calorie Killer also with Nancy Tucker? These are the one's that I just got and wanted to know if anyone had done them and what did you think?

 

[s&k'smom]

Hey if you guys are going to SC to work out, I'm there too.

Today was an unexpected rest day as I had tons of laundry to do. I figure when you find sand in your kids bed you should change the sheets!

I'd love to more to about the newer tapes? Have a great weekend everybody.

 

[sueg]

FIRMIES!
Kept my promise and did Upper Body this AM. Since it's been quite a while since I did this tape, I may be feeling it in my upper body later.
I think the firmbeliever club has packages for visiting THE FIRM in SC. Seems like accomodations, meals(?) and a pass that entitles you to "unlimited access" to the FIRM facilities.
My summer is dedicated to the great college search for DS(17), but I did mention to DS that the area surrounding Columbia would be a fine place to go to college.
Have a happy & healthy day. SGG

 

[ZerasPride]

Good morning my FIRM sisters!

It's so nice to see everyone posting.

This morning I did super body sculpt with Stephanie Corley (upper and lower body). I just love it! Okay, I don't love the lower body part - those leg presses and squats are tough! But I think some of my hard work is paying off because my size 16 slacks I'm wearing today are getting a bit baggy! I may not be taking off the pounds like I'd like but I believe the inches are coming off at a nice clip. People are telling me I look like the amazing shrinking woman! Of course, I have so far to go but it's nice to hear compliments like that anyway!

Kim - Hey my WISH-sis, it's nice to hear from you! I can't think of anything nicer than combining a visit to the FIRM facility and a visit with you! When I reach goal, we'll definitely have to plan to get together. I'm actually trying to convince DH to move to the Columbia, SC area so this will be a good introduction. I'd definitely like to meet Allie too, she's one of my favorites. Have a great weekend!

Sheree - I haven't done any of the vidoes you mentioned but I would love to own calorie killer. Just the name alone tells me it must be a tough work out. Please let us know what you think of them when you get a chance to try them.

s&k'smom - I smell a WISH get together! I won't be at goal for a while but it would be wonderful for us all to meet up and work out together at the FIRM facility. Sand in the beds? Yep, it's laundry time! You have a great weekend too!

sueg - thanks for letting us know there are packages that exist. I was wondering how to make this happen. Do you have to be a firmbeliever subscriber to get these packages? I am a believer in the FIRM, I just don't know if paying for the web access is worth it. Anybody already a member of the website community and can you comment on if it is worth it or not? My son is going into his junior year and we'll we scouting out colleges soon. He is already looking for some place down south and says he'll never settle in a state with snow. I don't blame him. Happy college hunting!

Anyone know where Melanie has been hiding lately? Mel - we miss you and hope you can post soon!

 

[luvmydogs]

Hey FIRMies!

OMG!!! I can see the headlines now: "Wild Women of W.I.S.H. overtake The FIRM studio in Columbia, South Carolina, chanting "We want Hover Squats! We want Hover Squats!' Look at their FANNIES! Oh my--how LIFTED they are! Details at 11:00..." Yeah Baby! Just tell me what, when and where, and I'm there! Oh, WISH Sis! I would soooooo love to meet you!

I wanted to give all of you were wondering about Calorie Killer with Nancy "eat a burger" Tucker (Oh, s&k'smom--BEHAVE! ) a little mini-review, as it was always one of my favorite add-ons!

Even though I never really "connected" with Nancy as an instructor, I must say that CK was a fun workout for me (Oooooo, if only Allie would've been the lead! Honestly, what's WRONG with me? Why am I so obsessed with her?! ) I never read very many good reviews of it on the Ya Ya's site, but I always looked forward to doing it. I can only assume it's classified as a cardio workout, because it only briefly uses light weights and the SS for added intensity and some leg press moves. No heavy weights at all. The choreography is different from other FIRMs in that it's a bit more jumpy (although you can always modify for low impact) and unique. Don't let yourself get discouraged by the footwork! You do a cute little move called a hopscotch, turn to the back for one move, hip twists, step-over-the-stick, and funky mambos! I found it to be a little bit higher intensity than some of their other shorter workouts (maybe just me, but I thought it moved just a bit faster--higher beats-per-minute), and it always held my interest. I think it's a great addition to any FIRM collection! Let me know what you all think!

Well, I for one am going to go and dream about one HECKUVA WISH/FIRMie PAR-TAY! (Please notice I said "par-tay" as opposed to just "party"! There's a BIG difference!) Geez, I am such a GEEK!

Have a great weekend FIRMies!

P.S. Mel, I'm thinking of you and hoping everything's OK!

 

[ZerasPride]

Kim, my WISH-sis, you had me cracking up as I read your post. I could just see the "Wild Women of WISH" headline now! They better watch out down there in South Carolina when we come to town!!!! I wish I was at goal now so we could all plan a trip. It's something to look forward to though and will help get me over the hump, like this afternoon for instance. They had "going away" cake for a girl that's leaving us today but thankfully they also had a nice large bowl of fruit so I came away with the three of the largest, reddest and most plump strawberries I've ever seen. Yummy!

Thanks for the review of Nancy (eat a burger) Tucker's Calorie Killer. If you were trying to inspire me to get it, your description didnt' do it! It only made me feel like this: Ha!

Do you need a sculpting stick for this routine because I don't have one. If I can get away without it, I might consider picking this one up. Nancy is not my favorite instructor but she is growing on me because I just love super cardio sculpt now and she's the instructor.

Anyway, thanks for the review and have a good one!

P.S. I'm looking forward to our par-tay!!!!

 

[sueg]

FIRMIES!
I was a little off in my FIRM trip info. Seems the FIRM sets up three days (Thurs-Sat.) of FIRM membership for $45 w/ lots of special incentives, such as photo ops. They have a special rate for lodging at "Clarion Town House" which includes a shuttle service to the FIRM, which is 1/2 mi. away. You must have a FIRM Believer membership.
I currently have the FIRM Believer membership because one of the FIRM VHS tapes that I purchased came w/ an insert for a one month free trial period. I activated the membership to get a discount on 2 FIRM DVDs and then did not cancel it after one month. I really haven't used it much, because I was so busy that I wasn't even posting on WISH at that time. I may cancel it after this month.
I don't think that there is any reason why you can't try the one month free membership, using the info from my tape. You log onto: www.firmdirect.com/vip and enter the VIP secret password: 999 999 999. You have to put a credit card in, even though it is free for the first month and I think its $9.99 per month after that.
I like the site, but the discussion bds. are not as good as the DIS. All the Boards are moderated by FIRM instructors and there is alot of info available, if you have the time to work the bds. Good luck! SGG

 

[toystoryduo]

Hi FIRMies!
It's funny that you're talking about Calorie Killer with Nancy because that is what I bought at Walmart yesterday. I previewed it last night and all I can say is.... Whew!! There are a lot of unique moves to it, but it might end up being fun. I needed a cardio workout and this looks like it is it.

I did MCB yesterday and felt really light headed and nauseous during the cardio. So much so, that I had to stop. I did manage to finish the Cardio portion after a small break and a lot of water. I didn't do the standing legs or abs because I didn't want to push it. I think my blood sugar must have been low because I ate afterwords and started feeling better.

Well, I'm off... Tomorrow.... Calorie Killer w/ Nancy....

Have a great day!

Tracy

 

[ZerasPride]

Hi guys!

Just checking in real quick. I did super cardio sculpt with Nancy (eat a burger) Tucker. I really like her style now. She has grown on me.

Tracy - be careful. I'm glad you felt better after you ate something. These FIRM work outs can be tough sometimes, especially on an empty stomach. Let us know how you enjoy calorie killer.

 

[sm4987]

Hello all. I did the frim total sculpt plus abs this morning. I also kicked up my workout with 45 minutes of Taebo. I was feeling motivated today

 

[toystoryduo]

Good morning FIRMies!
Today was Calorie Killer with Nancy. Whew! This was a great workout! I was surprised that I was able to keep up with most of the moves. It's a fun workout that really mixes it up a bit. It's different than the other videos I have, but different is good. I will definitely be adding this into the rotation.

I plan on doing Total Sculpt tomorrow. It's been awhile since I have done that one. Have a great day!!

Tracy

 

[ZerasPride]

This morning was super cardio sculpt with Nancy again for me. My little sis (the one I took to Disney with me) woke up while I was exercising and watched me finish the last 20 minutes. After I was done my sis said, "good job, Lisa!". It made me feel all warm and happy inside! Silly, I know.

Great job Sheree and Tracy! I hope everyone else gets their work out in today as well!