The tricky part about resolutions, though, is actually keeping them. So while there are lots of ways to go about it, one way of making sure you stick to new fitness regime is to find one you actually like. Here’s a guide for the uninitiated, and for those looking for something new.
CrossFit
Crossfiters doing overhead squats (Photography by John Ong/Zee Lifestyle)
What it is: The sport of fitness: Constantly varied functional movements executed at high intensity across board time and modal domains. Hour-long classes at affiliated gyms (“boxes”) include a dynamic warm-up, a skill development segment, the high-intensity WOD (“workout of the day”) and cool-down.
Perfect for: Those who are easily bored and need variety.
It is never boring. Each time you go to the box, you get a different workout that challenges all your muscle groups and all aspects of your athleticism. It is also a short, sharp workout that you benefit a lot from. I have joined all sorts of group workouts in the past, and I’ve never seen as much results as I do now. – Brenda Magno
Where to go:
- CROSSFIT SUBTERO
- Unit 2, Jamestown, Mantawe Ave., Mandaue
- CROSSFIT PINTADOS
- F. Cabahug St., Mabolo
High-Intensity Interval Training
Zach Elisha Go doing HIIT (Photography by Oliver Echevarria/Zee Lifestyle)
What it is: A cardiovascular exercise strategy alternating short periods of intense anaerobic exercise with less intense recovery periods. It promotes strength, balance and performance.
Perfect for: Those who want a total body workout.
Right from the door, it’s different—devoid of equipment, treadmills and machines. Training has become like praying, an activity that you can do anytime, anywhere, even alone. – Zach Elisha Go
Where to go:
- EPIC PERFORMANCE & FITNESS
- Block 88, Oakridge Business Park, Banilad
Yoga
Rose Hennessy strikes a Yoga pose (Photography by Adrian Yu/Zee Lifestyle)
What it is: A low-impact physical exercise that involves holding stretches. It requires meditation and breath work, and develops flexibility and balance.
Perfect for: Those who want to keep calm and carry on.
The reason I love yoga is because I can practice anytime, anywhere whenever I feel like, as all I need is a quiet and small space. My previous workouts were purely physical, whereas yoga is a more calming, relaxed exercise with the same benefits. – Rose Hennessy
Where to go:
- YOGAHUB CEBU
- Banilad Town Centre and Raintree Mall
Spinning
Spinning classes at Zink (Photography by Men On Point/Zink)
What it is: Indoor cycling is a cardiovascular workout that involves aerobic exercise on a stationary bike. It’s a low-impact workout designed to increase one’s endurance.
Perfect for: Those who want to have fun.
Let’s be honest—spinning isn’t actually easy. The bursts of high speed and additional movements, along with the constant cycling, are enough to make you feel more than a little sore the next day. What makes it so enjoyable (and more doable!) is the energy of the people pedaling next to you—with the loud music and changing lights, it’s a workout party that anyone would want to get into! – Shari Quimbo
Where to go:
- ZINK
- Banilad Town Centre
Pilates
Susanne Cobonpue doing Pilates (Photography by Ezekiel Sullano/Zee Lifestyle)
What it is: Pilates is a fitness system said to have developed from yoga. It puts more emphasis on the core, as well as lengthening the body and centering the spine, using exercise machines.
Perfect for: Those who like to stay focused.
The very controlled, slow and precise movement throughout each exercise is what makes it different from other physical activities. I like the large variation of exercises because it never gets boring. We do a different routine with several variations every time. Everything is tailored to my needs. I leave the studio always tired, and sometimes exhausted, but also extremely relaxed and elated—which I didn’t feel with other workouts. – Susanne Cobonpue
Where to go:
- PILATES FIT
- LGF, City Sports Club
Zee Lifestyle‘s June 2016 Beauty Issue: Luna van der Linden and Lotte Edwards (photography by JON UNSON/styling by BLAQ MAFIA/makeup by LOLA LEY and SUMIE BELBACHIR/hair by JESSIE EGOS/shot on location at the BE GRAND RESORT BOHOL)
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Along with the twins’ take on beauty and wellness, industry insiders such as makeup artist Erika Diaz, MAC Cosmetics’ Vanessa Vergara, Beauty & Beyond’s Jasmin Sarmiento and beauty columnist Joanna Cuenco divulge their daily regimens and beauty kit must-haves; while fitspirations Brenda Magno, Rose Hennessy, Susanne Cobonpue and Zach Elisha Go shed the light on various fitness routines. On the dining front, The Anzani Group’s Kate Dychangco-Anzani and Diet in a Box’s Chime Bosabel and Bibo Moreno prove that healthy eating can be quite delicious as well; and Beauty & Beyond, Marie France Bodyline International, Calayan Medical Group and Sheena Skin & Wellness uncover the science of beauty.
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]]>But let’s be real: Excuses, excuses. You know a little exercise never hurt anybody, and when you actually make the time and effort to pick up that dumbbell, you’ll see it’s worthwhile… especially when you see all the #gainz. So, how to finally sign up for that gym membership you’ve been delaying for, oh I don’t know, two years? All it takes is a little bit of inspiration.
Zee Lifestyle rounds up some of the city’s fittest. Scroll through this list, and we bet you’ll be saying #goals in your head at some point.
PIO SOLON
Pio Solon (Photography by Jon Lim: Originally published in Zee Lifestyle, July 2013)
WHAT HE DOES Owner and personal trainer at Epic Performance and Fitness Solutions
HOW HE STARTED Studying sports science in college, and being an age-group swimmer as well as teacher and personal trainer
FITNESS ADVICE People should be consistent with their workouts. Beginners have to be consistent, as it’s the fastest way to achieve progress and meet goals
JAY CASTILLO
Jay Castillo (Photo by Arnauld)
WHAT HE DOES Regular gym and yoga.
WHAT GOT HIM STARTED Way back before, I used to be part of the badminton varsity team. Well, that says I really love to be fit.
SUPPORTING REGIMEN I don’t know if people would believe that I don’t have any supplements. Coffee is my pre-workout. Also, because of yoga, I’m an oriental vegetarian practitioner to prevent stiffening of the muscles.
FITNESS ADVICE Enjoy what you’re doing.
NICOLE CAMBAL
Nicole Cambal (Photo by David Gonzalo for CrossFit Subtero)
WHAT SHE DOES CrossFit, yoga and accessory work like body building
WHAT GOT HER STARTED A desire to be more active. I used to have a very sickly body. I’d stay in bed sometimes because of how weak I was. Before CrossFit, I was 92 pounds and very underweight. Now I’m 105 pounds and I feel better and look better.
SUPPORTING REGIMEN I am on the Zone Diet, in which you measure your carbs, protein and fat, and eat steadily the same amount throughout the day to keep insulin and hormone spikes at bay. The only supplements I take are protein shakes and fish oil.
FITNESS ADVICE Wear something cute! Buy cute training bras that will help liven your mood to work out.
ALAN CHOACHUY
Alan Choachuy (Photography by Jon Lim: Originally published in Zee Lifestyle, July 2013)
FITNESS IS… about getting stronger, fitter and healthier.
WHAT HE DOES Owner and trainer at METAFit Fitness Boot Camp
WHAT GOT HIM STARTED Participating in The Biggest Loser and weighing in at 309 pounds. After coming out of the camp at 240 pounds, he incorporated fitness into his daily routine.
FITNESS ADVICE I’m living proof that you can be what you want to be, as long as you put your heart to it.
PAUL GABATAN
Paul Gabatan (Photography by Jon Lim: Originally published in Zee Lifestyle, July 2013)
WHAT HE DOES Professional TRX trainer
WHY HE LIKES TRX The workouts are very versatile and help you build a solid core and increase muscular endurance. It also benefits people of all fitness levels.
FAVORITE MOVEMENTS Atomic pushups, inverted rows, and single-leg jump squats as they give a total body workout.
FITNESS ADVICE I would strongly recommend hiring a certified TRX trainer to perform the exercises safely and effectively.
CHIP LOPEZ
Chip Lopez
WHAT SHE DOES Crossfit. I also do TRX, yoga and boxing when I get the chance.
WHAT GOT HER STARTED I used to be very sickly growing up. Exercise was the only thing that made me feel better.
SUPPORTING REGIMEN I’ve been on a plant-based whole foods diet for three years now. I always have my protein shake to cap off every workout. I either take Superfood Grocer’s Superforce or Garden of Life’s Raw Meal, and I incorporate Superfoods in my diet like chia, moringa, maca, spirulina and camu-camu.
FITNESS ADVICE Find your WHY. This will continually serve as your motivation when it’s hardest to get out of bed. Also, take time to figure out what’s fun for you and what feels like punishment.
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