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Tuesday, July 17, 2012

Advanced Genetics: Q & A with Kimberly Ho - Part 1

Hey all you lovely people. Check out my the new "Question & Answer" series from Advanced Genetics with yours truly. ENJOY!

Friday, July 13, 2012

"I'll Have That Wrapped Up Please!" : Universal Body Contour Wrap Review

The most I have ever pampered myself is getting a pedicure or manicure done at a spa. I have never ONCE treated myself to a body wrap or even a full body massage (I KNOW! I AM SO DEPRIVED!!!).

While reading a new pamphlet at my local spa, my mental dialogue went something like this:

"You gotta be joking me? Lose at least 6" on my first wrap treatment says this brochure? Well gosh, I WANT to lose 6" off this body...now where do I sign up?"

I didn't know what to expect. Do I have to get completely nude? Would I see any results like the pamphlet said I would? Are they going to wrap me so tightly that it will be hard for me to breathe? Will it make me look super sexy in that super-tight dress I want to wear on the weekend? Just some of my random thoughts going through my mind.

Again, where else would I go but Zealous Medi Spa. They like to call this the "Universal Contour Wrap" or as I like to call it "Mummification" (OH you will see). The Universal Contour Wrap (UCW) has claims of detoxification, compaction, improved lymphatic drainage, and skin tightening. NO! The wrap doesn't get rid of just water weight. In fact, in order for the detoxifying process to continue, a client is encouraged to drink TONS of water post-wrap.

If you need more information about this service, check out the official website at http://universalcontourwrap.com

Left: The wrap station..cue scary music (DUN DUN DUNNN).
Right: The wraps all hot and ready to placed on this body of mine.

Mariana, the wrap specialist, was my esthetician for the day. She handed me over some disposable underwear and then instructed for me to get undressed. After leaving me for a few minutes while I was undressing, she came back gladly with the measurement chart for the FUN PART to begin. I thought the usual would be measured (hip, waist, chest, thigh, bicep) BUT was surprised to see a whole page full of measurements she needed to do...18 different spots to be exact ACK.

After measuring everything and I mean EVERYTHING, it was finally "WRAP-TIME". All the wrap pieces were heated beforehand in the UCW basin and soaked in the clay-detoxifying formulation. Mariana wrapped me up but not too tightly (thank goodness) since I am somewhat claustrophobic. I lost count as to how many wrap pieces were in the basin but there were at least 20+. No corner was left unturned! The whole process takes 2 hours (30mins for measuring/wrapping at beginning & end of session, as well as the whole hour of detoxifying).

That's ME! Mummification in present day :D

Want to sumo wrestle me?

After all the wraps were secured, I was given a very stylish sauna suit (see right picture) to wear whilst in my 1-hour of detoxifying stage.

I was instructed to lay down on what looked like to me the comfy spa bed, which was then blanketed (with me underneath) with a heated blanket (OOOH so nice!).

The lights were dim. The music playing in the room was soothing. So very zen-like. It was just the right atmosphere for me to fully relax and be with my own thoughts...err...well that was until I passed out.

I woke up closer to the end of the session feeling the moisture or "toxins" within the sauna suit. I was super excited and anxious to see the results.

First came off the sauna suit. Then came the unravelling process, which took 10-15 minutes followed by measurements (another 10 minutes).

Left: Unravelling by the lovely Mariana
Right: Robyn (taking the picture) caught this candid of us. We are laughing/staying
STOP because the next step is to take the wraps off my breast area. LOL

THE RESULTS!

Well take a look for yourself. The first column are the initial measurements. The second column are the post-wrap measurements. The third column displays the differences between the two.

Notes:

Mid-section feels tighter and noticeably slimmer

Total body "tightness"

Final Thoughts:

So that guaranteed result of an 6 inch loss...toss that out the window. I lost at total of 9.6 inches all over my body with only ONE SESSION of the Universal Contour Wrap. My body feels most definitely tighter. I thoroughly enjoyed the whole process. It is a service I would recommend for anyone to do as TOXINS=BAD NEWS.

Get rid of "the bad" now. Book your appointment today.

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To learn more about the UNIQUE services Zealous has to offer, visit the website at http://www.zealousmedispa.com/

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http://www.facebook.com/pages/Zealous-Medi-Spa/125244077494518

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https://twitter.com/#!/zealousmedispa

Sunday, July 8, 2012

The One-Two Punch: Eurowave & Lipo Laser Body Contouring Review

Lose inches, gain muscle and lose fat in just a few sessions?

Too good to be true you say?

Well, I have just the perfect remedy for you.

At Zealous Medi Spa (Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada), Eurowave & LipoLaser are the most ground-breaking and innovative body contouring technology platforms in town. Both have their benefits as to what kind of goals you as a client have in mind.

Being the guinea pig that I more or less choose to be, I booked my appointments and luckily was able to get in within the same week. I was somewhat nervous at first. I think it was moreso the anxiety that really got to me since I didn't know if I was going to lose ANYTHING.

Cassandra (the LipoLaser Technician) & Megan (the Eurowave Technician), were both interviewed by yours truly with the following questions to thoroughly understand the benefits & differences between the services.

	Eurowave	LipoLaser
What is it?	A faradic wave contracts the muscles to create muscle memory and tighten and tone the muscles	A non invasive low level laser for spot fat reduction and body contouring
How does it work?	A faradic wave creates muscle memory	2 laser paddles are secured to target areas for 4-10 minute intervals. Laser targets fat cells & liquifies fat inside, which is drained through lymphatic system & finally exits body through natural detox (ie: sweat, bowel movements, and urination)
How many inches can I lose?	1-3 inch loss after the first treatment. 10 sessions consecutively in one area will give a dress size loss	1-3 inches/session. Many clients see measurable results after 1st or 2nd treatments.
Where can I use it?	Tops of arms, breast area (you won't lose a cup size just a lift!), mid section, bum and legs (inner & outer), thighs front or back, back (along the bra line)	Any part of your body except your face and chest
How long are sessions?	18 minutes on the machine equals 200 perfect sit ups	40 minutes
Is it safe? Side effects?	The only side affect is inch loss!	Minimal side effects such as dry mouth, goosebumps, and hypo/hyper pigmentation (either gives or takes away a tan) which is not permanent

The technician's were very friendly and knowledgeable about the service being conducted. They were both very thorough with each step of the service. The whole process was very zen-like, which made for a comfortable, relaxed and care-free environment. The Lipolaser was SO soothing, I actually ended up nodding off for a bit LOL.

THE RESULTS!

DRUM ROLL PLEASE! I am so sure you want to know how I did with only doing 2 sessions of Eurowave and 2 sessions of LipoLaser. Here are my pictures from my first visit to my last (and 2nd) visit:

Before & After

(two sessions of Eurowave & LipoLaser)

Notes:

Waistline is noticeably slimmer

Abdominal area is more defined

The "Tighter" feeling in my mid-section

Final Thoughts:

During the week separation between the two sessions (one session of Euro/Lipo one week and the other two the following week), I maintained my strict clean eating plan and continued my regular lifestyle with vigorous workout routines.

I lost at total of 5.5 inches from my mid-section with the 4 sessions of body contouring treatments. My body feels lighter, tighter and more defined.

I was extremely thrilled with the results I achieved. These are two services I will most definitely try again.

Stay tuned for next time as I show you how my experience with the "Universal Contour Wrap" went.

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To learn more about the UNIQUE services Zealous has to offer, visit the website at http://www.zealousmedispa.com/

"Like" them on Facebook at
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Zealous-Medi-Spa/125244077494518

Follow them on Twitter at
https://twitter.com/#!/zealousmedispa

Monday, June 25, 2012

Advanced to the Next Level

For all of you who watched my latest video blog, I know you already know my BIG news. For those of you who didn't see it, I have AMAZING new sponsorship news.

My corporate sponsor dream has come true!!! I am so honored and pleased to announce my newest corporate sponsorship relationship with Advanced Genetics.

I want to give a HUGE shout-out to the CEO Chris Johnson and the whole entire AG staff for believing in me. THANK YOU for supporting my goals and standing behind me as my sponsor on my journey to becoming a Pro. I know that I can stand behind AG without any doubt because AG truly provides quality formulated products for any goal.

"No blends. No fads. Just pure science."

Protein, BCAA-Glutamine-Creatine Formulation, Fat Burners, Pre-Workout, Testosterone Booster, Waxy Maize, Greens Formulation, Hormone Optimizer are just some of the high quality products AG offers. Everything you need to be one step closer to your health & wellness goals.

Advanced Genetics has a very amazing roster of soon-to-be Pro's and Pro's. I am so truly honored to now be among them. Thanks to all the AG athletes, who (over the first few days of being a part of TEAM AG) have opened their arms to this small town Winnipeg girl. I cannot wait to represent AG and all my other great sponsors next year at the 2013 IFBB World Qualifiers & the 2013 CBBF Nationals.

Watch out 2013, this girl has got big plans for you!!!

Visit the Advanced Genetics Website at http://advancedgenetics.ca/

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Saturday, June 23, 2012

Vlog Post - What's New With Kimmy? - June 23, 2012

What's new with me you ask? Check out my latest video to find out :D

Sunday, June 3, 2012

Vlog 7 - MABBA Provincials Results - June 3, 2012

Sorry I didn't go up against 5 girls. It was 5 including myself LOL. Sorry if I come off a little loopy in the video...blame lack of sleep with a little bit of caffeine.