From Squeaky to Healthy

Since honey and I decided to work out at home so we can do it together, we have been doing so well. We wake up earlier and take turns on using the lateral step machine (our cardio exercise) then do some weights, I also do some Pilates work out using my fabulous DVD and Pilates circle that I bought from home TV shopping…. (Don’t judge me please, hehe). Honey and I also manage to work out before we eat dinner when we manage to arrive early from work. However, last week, I got pissed off with the lateral step machine, it came to a point when it squeaked so loudly each time honey and I use it. It’s not very motivating to work out at 6 am, when you have just opened your eyes and there goes the loud squeaking sound from your machine.

I finally hit my limits and last weekend, I hauled honey to the sports shop just a block away from our place and told him that I saw a cross-trainer on sale in the catalogue. I convinced honey that it’s a good investment, anyway we’ll be using the machine for years (it has a 3 year warranty so I’m quite convinced that it’s a good investment). Without much fuss, honey and I decided to buy the machine to replace the squeaky one that we’ve been using.

So far, I couldn’t be any happier, I enjoy a smooth and rejuvenating workout without my ears getting irritated the entire time. This cross-trainer is also a breeze to use, it gives good support to the ankles and doesn’t strain the knee as I work out plus, on the monitor, I get my pulse count, calorie count, time, distance and speed. It also allows me to select a program (from several levels of workout that it has) for my workout.



I am looking forward to more work out sessions with honey and our new workout buddy. I hope we spend years of healthy living together.