It is December, a time full of cookies, candy, cocoa, and other calorie laden treats. I know I over indulge during the Christmas season, therefore I try real hard to work out at least five times a week. For a while I was walking a mile in the morning, or using my elliptical. Both exercise options worked but they were monotonous and boring. Then I got my Empower Cardio Dance Hoop and Skipfit, and my routine is no longer boring. Empower brought fun back into my fitness routine.
About Empower Cardio Dance Hoop
This lightweight Dance Hoop will help you burn as many calories as aerobics or running. Since the Dance Hoop is adjustable by adding or removing sections, you can alter your workout. In addition to being easy to assemble, it is easy to use. The Empower Dance Hoop comes with a 30 minute DVD and workout guide that provide instructions, 5 progressive dance routines, and bonus online workouts. Now you can have fun with your workout while you learn Latin and Hip-Hop moves.
You can burn 7 calories per minute with the large hoop. You will burn 8.1 calories per minute with the medium hoop, which is classified as “vigorous activity.” The small hoop burns 9.5 calories per minute and is comparable to running at 5.5 mph. All of these sizes will work your muscles in your trunk, abs, hips, thighs, and shoulder girdle stabilizers.
Another fun work out from Empower is the Calorie-Blasting Skipfit. This new version of a childhood favorite burns as many calories as running. It is fun and effective, and can be done anywhere, anytime. Just a minute at a time five times a day and you are done, and it is fun
Mom’s Thoughts
I enjoy doing both of these fun cardio activities right in my kitchen. My kids love them too and we take turns trying to out perform one another. The day after I used the Dance Hoop the first time I had some muscle soreness. I was thrilled with that, since it just proved that while having fun I was doing good for my body. These Empower items would make fantastic Christmas presents, aiding people in their New Year Resolutions. After all what is better than having fun and getting fit?
Is your current exercise option boring? Burn calories with a hop skip and a jump instead!
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