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Two more Amazon deliveries came today. One was a package with three figure 8 resistance ropes for exercising. I have one rope that I’ve been using consistently for over 2 years, but it’s beginning to wear out.  I was very disappointed with the three new ones and should have ordered men’s ropes. I’ll reorder and give these to my granddaughter, Gina.

However, one out of two is a win!! This is an exercise rope with a handle and pedals to insert your feet and create resistance. I gave it a test run, and I love it.

One can use them standing for upper body; or sitting for core and also laying on a mat to exercise legs.  We have a long way to go with this “staying home” order. I’d say at least another 30 days.

It will get worse before it gets better, and I have no intention of losing muscle tone.  This last rope apparatus is perfect for 3 sets of 15 reps for upper body, legs and core…. Perfect and for less than $15.00.

Just sharing a thought for now….

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Barbara Todaro, Great Grandmother to Caleb, Santino, Aiden and Gianni       

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Comments(19)

Sam Shueh
(408) 425-1601 - San Jose, CA
mba, cdpe, reopro, pe

My friend Dale C. who knows Suzanne Sommers from high school said she gave him a thigh master kit.  He will one day make a career out of practicing butt with that rubber bar. 

Apr 01, 2020 01:26 PM
Barbara Todaro

there's so much variety with exercise equipment, and most of the expensive items are name brands....you're paying for the name.... 

Apr 01, 2020 01:57 PM
Sam Shueh
(408) 425-1601 - San Jose, CA
mba, cdpe, reopro, pe

 You got a good deal. Her butt master costs close to 60 bucks.

Apr 01, 2020 01:31 PM
Barbara Todaro

I could have paid double what I paid for the weights in my basement.... a 45 pound plate is just that....no matter who makes it.... 

Apr 01, 2020 01:58 PM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

I really miss swimming at my local health clubs.  My daughter sent me this video yesterday, hoping it would encourage me in an alternative to working out in a pool.  Alas, it doesn't quite work for me: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1098681907185200

Apr 01, 2020 02:41 PM
Barbara Todaro

OMG Myrl Jeffcoat that is sooooo neat....if I were there, I'd carry you around.... great exercise for two people.... you could do the strokes....  I want a medal, too!!!  LMAO

Apr 01, 2020 02:45 PM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

CONGRATULATIONS Barbara, on having this blog FEATURED in the Old Farts Club group!  

Apr 01, 2020 02:49 PM
Barbara Todaro

Myrl Jeffcoat thanks so much for the feature in the Old Farts Club group.....  I appreciate that....

Apr 01, 2020 03:23 PM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ
(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

Hi Barbara Todaro - Good for you.  It must be really tough to be out of your routine.  

Here is how the last hour went... I saw Myrl Jeffcoat's post above and clicked on the link to check it out... Wellll, I got sucked into the other videos!  

 

Apr 01, 2020 05:34 PM
Barbara Todaro

those videos were great.... 

Apr 02, 2020 08:25 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

BarbaraT- good for you for continuing to keep in shape during this time. But, I have no doubt that you would. It's so important to try to keep some time of exercise regimen now. 

Apr 01, 2020 07:55 PM
Barbara Todaro

taking a few weeks off is fine, but months does damage to past progress.... not happening.... I haven't missed a day, from the day the gym closed.... Kathy Streib 

Apr 02, 2020 08:24 AM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

I am looking forward to seeing you in your home gym.... now if I had the  big machine that is for walking all it would be is a place to hang my  pants and shirts:) Endre

Apr 01, 2020 10:19 PM
Barbara Todaro

Oh, NO... you'd be running on that machine!! Endre Barath, Jr. 

Apr 02, 2020 08:23 AM
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Morning Barbara.

A lot has changed lately.  I suspect it will be a little longer, but what do I know?

Apr 02, 2020 01:59 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Barbara - there you go again:  making lemonade out of lemons.  Good for you.  

Apr 02, 2020 04:01 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Hi Barbara... I just ordered one of those last week, myself. I miss my gym time.

Apr 02, 2020 06:52 AM
Barbara Todaro

you'll love it.... to create more resistance, twist the ropes...it shortens it and it takes more strength to stretch it.... I love it... Nina Hollander 

Apr 02, 2020 08:22 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Will there be a weekly Todaro workout video that we can watch?  You definitely have the kind of work ethic that it takes to be successful at anything!

Apr 02, 2020 07:18 AM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

An exercise rope with handle and pedals...I lke this Barbara. If anyone was going to find a way to stay in shape, I knew it would be you!

Apr 02, 2020 07:26 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

This is good advice to share. The gyms are also closed in our area.

Apr 02, 2020 07:46 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Barbara and good for you to getting work out things since the gym is close.. You are special to us.

 

Apr 02, 2020 09:15 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Barbara this virus is causing us to do things differently, and who knows some of the routines we are changing may even be for the better.

Apr 02, 2020 09:42 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Good afternoon Barbara Todaro - so much more needed with all this inside time.  You are showing the way.

Apr 02, 2020 01:13 PM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Barbara Todaro - Postive thinkers always believe where there is a will, there is a way!

Way to go Barbara!!!

Apr 02, 2020 02:13 PM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Thanks, everyone, for your nice comments....

Apr 02, 2020 02:54 PM
Ginny Gorman
RI Real Estate Services ~ 401-529-7849~ RI Waterfront Real Estate - North Kingstown, RI
Homes for Sale in Southern RI and beyond

Late to the take, Barbara...but love this equipment...can you tell me the name of product so I can order too!?  thanks

Apr 03, 2020 05:42 AM
Barbara Todaro

Pedal Resistance Band,V-Resourcing Elastic Pull Rope Fitness Equipment,Bodybuilding Expander for Abdomen/Waist/Arm/Leg Stretching Slimming Training....


Amazon Prime..... 


I also have figure 8 ropes but wish I had them for men.... the women's are wimpy..... LOL

Apr 03, 2020 05:47 AM
Barbara Todaro

that pedal resistance rope is excellent.... it requires some balance too.... Ginny Gorman  stay healthy, strong and safe , my friend....

Apr 03, 2020 05:48 AM