Posted in BodyPump on Apr 8th, 2008
It hardly feels like we’ve just had the release of 65, but word is out on the next release: Transform yourself with BODYPUMP® 66. This release delivers a challenging workout with some tough sequences and functional innovations. Body-weight exercises are a focus and they bring intensity by increasing the recruitment of stabilizers and the power [...]
Posted in BodyPump on Mar 14th, 2008
You will remember that I recently complained about the unseasonal heatwave striking Adelaide. The average temp for this month so far is 37 degrees. Despite the heat, the need for exercise mustn’t stop, but I’m struggling badly to keep up my usual form. Even with the aircon running the exercise studio at our gym has [...]
Posted in BodyPump on Mar 3rd, 2008
Well, it’s that time again. The new BodyPump release 65 was launched at our gym tonight. As has become tradition, admittedly only a year old one but a tradition nevertheless, I present my review for “The Lads” and other interested people who will have to wait a little longer for their turn. Warmup: A fairly [...]
Posted in BodyPump on Feb 18th, 2008
Credit to Fall Out Boy for this one, and before any berates my choice, remember it could have been a lot worse. Shortly after arriving here I bemoaned my decision not to bring some mementos with us. My point was that inconsequential items acquired during life often have significance and stimulate associated memories. Tonight I [...]
Posted in BodyPump on Jan 2nd, 2008
Now the new year is in and Christmas is over inevitably thoughts turn to losing those pounds gained over the holiday season – just as adverts on television change from the pre-Xmas ones encouraging food and excess to the post-new year ones promoting the latest diet plans and exercise machines. It’s also time to consider [...]
Posted in BodyPump on Dec 21st, 2007
Quick disclaimer – this is (yet) another gym orientated posting. Look away now if this doesn’t interest you! I’ve almost clocked up 2 years of BodyPump now. When I started I was in poor cardio condition and lacking strength. I can remember in that first class at Central, struggling to lift more than a couple [...]
Posted in BodyPump on Nov 26th, 2007
***UPDATED 25/01/08*** Added a link to the Biceps music That’s right – it’s out – the new BodyPump 64 release from LesMills arrived tonight and here is the review for all of you back in the UK who will have to wait a little longer before getting it. This review will be in the same [...]
For those of you who do the FitPro / LesMills classes: LesMills Clothing in Auckland has a sale on at the moment. They are rolling out a new range of clothing and all the old stock is being sold at significantly reduced prices. I took advantage of this offer and bought a fairly plain BodyPump [...]
Posted in BodyPump on Nov 7th, 2007
I found a short video clip on the LesMills website – click here to go there. It features Glen Ostergard and Susan Tolj, the new directors of BodyPump, talking about what BP64 holds in store for us. Unfortunately I can’t post the movie here directly as it would be a breach of their copyright. The [...]
Posted in BodyPump on Oct 12th, 2007
Hot off the press – the preview notes for the next release: BODYPUMP® 64 has a great mix of old school weight moves with new school innovations. This gives the release a real athletic feel with some clever functional training. Innovation is key in Track 7 with the new Forward and Back Stepping Lunge. This [...]
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