Ok! Today was cardio recovery day and we are more sore and tired after today's workout than when we do the intense cardio. I think today was the 1st time I swore a number of times...and ask my family it takes a lot for me to swear. LOL

Sitting in a squat for what felt like forever after doing a set of squats then being asked to pulse up and down in a squatting position. Just writing about it is making my thighs quiver.

Putting all that aside we are 2 1/2 weeks in and slowly starting to feel the improvements. We seem to be able to make it through most of the exercises and I have even been able to manage my heart rate to around my maximum. I think part of it was training my muscles but I also think it had a lot to do with training my breathing. Not really seeing the results but I am sure that will come in time.

In case you were thinking about trying it out and think there's now way you can do it....YES YOU CAN!

Insanity

The face of Canadian banking continues to change to accomodate the many changing needs of Canadians. A number of RBC branches have extended their hours as of this past Monday July 9th. They will now be open to serve their clients on their way to work in the mornings as of 8am and will stay open for those needing to make it to the bank after work until 7pm Monday through Thursday. Not all RBC branches will be opening their doors for longer hours at this time. Click on the following link to view the times for the following locations.

Willowbrook in Langley


White Rock


Newton

To locate a branch near you with extended hours, please click on the branch locator below

Branch Locator

We have come across a lot of Buyers lately that have started the process of looking for a new home that haven't yet figured out exactly what they want or even what they can afford. Many people think they know the price range only to find out they could have afforded more or perhaps less. Which is why it is so important to sit down and go over these details with your Realtor and mortgage professional before you start your search.

If you are looking to buy a new home we recommend checking out the Getting started page on our website. 

https://www.balancerealestategroup.com/Gettingstarted.ubr

If you have any other questions, please feel free to give us a call and we would be happy to help!

We truly learn something new everyday! I read about today being International Kissing Day and thought it must be a joke, but it's true and looks like it's been celebrated in the UK for a number of years.

So why not, there are much crazier things, why not celebrate a day meant for kissing. It doesn't have to be a romantic kiss either! What better excuse to give your kids that stopped wanting Mommy's kisses as they started to grow their independence, than to insist they have to because it is International kissing Day! Even a quick peck on the cheek to a loved one or friend...although I would warn your friend first, you don't want to get decked! :)

But the best kiss of all has to be none other than the one you share with your mate. Are you a good kisser? What are turn offs when it comes to kissing?

http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2012/07/06/international-kissing-day_n_1654178.html

Well so far we have survived! Very impressed each day we make it through another workout. I can finally walk up and down the stairs without cringing. I haven't felt old until this week. LOL

I used to do the TaeBo VHS tapes...way back when. Which I know dates me right there. I would feel the burn but recovered so much faster than this. :)

I figured today was a good day to report...today's workout was a cardio recovery day full of stretches that I am sure loosened us up. Doesn't mean it was an easy day, but definitely not an insane day. Now, after tomorrow I might not feel as good as I do today as it looks like we will be working out at the highest level of intensity.

I knew I wasn't in tip top shape, but I really didn't think I was in this bad of shape. I also thought I ate a fairly healthy diet and realized yesterday just how important getting enough and the right balance is. As we both crashed in the afternoon. Counting calories and making sure we are getting enough of everything is a science all on its own. I don't like the idea of counting calories, although I am sure by the time we are done that we should have a much better understanding of what our body needs.

For those of you brave enough to join the challenge with us click on the following details for more information on how to get started. :) Now I am off to bed to rest for another early morning of insanity!

Insanity

We all want to wish our American friends and family Happy Independence day!

I came across this today and thought what a great idea. I truly believe in doing whatever you can to boost your quality of life and finding an alternative to driving in traffic 5 days a week is exactly the reason the founders -  Chris and Darian started up Pacific Commuter.  They are launching their company today and offering Langley and Cloverdale residents a much more relaxing way to get to work in Vancouver. You can spend the same amount of money on gas and parking every month as you can for a ride like this. But with this you will gain the time to finish off your day's work before getting home or just relaxing enjoy the ride.

Take a look at what the inside of this Pacific Commuter luxury coach looks like.

http://youtu.be/nJcPLzNvs1U

Visit their website for more information on how to sign up for a membership with Pacific Commuter and be one of the 1st -40 people to enjoy a few extra perks.

http://www.pacificcommuter.com/

My husband came to me a few weeks ago and asked if I would be interested in doing this workout he'd come across. I foolishly agreed...:) out of support for him wanting to make a healthy choice in his life to get fit. I am very proud to be doing this with him and at least we can trudge through this together.

Today is day 1 of the Insanity workout and really it was just the fitness testing day to give us a base to go on as we go through the next few weeks. The intensity wasn't anywhere near what tomorrow and every other day going forward is going to be like and we were dying...lol

I promise not to blog about this everyday but will update every few days on our progress or at least share just how crazy we are... :)

I truly do think we are insane!

In case you are too....visit their website to see how you too can take the challenge!

http://www.beachbody.com/product/fitness_programs/best_sellers/insanity.do

All of us at the Bettina Reid Group hope everyone has a wonderful day with their family and friends celebrating the birth of this amazing country we live in. Happy Canada day to all!

Dont forget to check out all the festivities at the Cloverdale Millenium Ampitheatre, THE place to be this Canada day! Cloverdale expects to have over 100,000 people attending what is considered every year to be THE largest Canada Day celebrations on the west coast.

Langley also puts on a fabulous event at McLeod park on 56th and 216th. Visit their website for event details and times

www.langleycanadaday.ca 
 
For a list of all the festivities happening in Vancouver and around the lower mainland check out the following link:

http://www.theprovince.com/entertainment/Canada+What+where/6862204/story.html

I can't believe the loonie is 25 years old. 25 years ago today the Royal Canadian Mint introduced it and to think our children have never known any different. 

What is interesting is that the only reason the loonie became a loonie as we all know it, is because of the Loon depicted on the coin. But it wasn't the original plan and had the original plans not been lost in transit on the way to the mint in Winnipeg, we wouldn't have the loonie, although not too sure what we would have called the coin. Loonie just seems to fit, without the loonie we would never have had the toonie either. Funny how things turn out.

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/story/2012/06/29/loonie-25-year-anniversary.html

Dino Town opened today for some great family fun all summer long at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds. It's one of those times where I wish I had a little one to take to the show. :) The show runs from now until September 3rd.

Check out their website for show times and more. For every child's admission get a free kids meal at the Cloverdale Boston Pizza a short walk from the fair grounds.

http://www.dinotown.com

If you are looking for an excellent plumber servicing the Surrey, Delta, Langley areas...check out our resources page for Kevin Sears information. Kevin has taken care of not only our home's plumbing needs since moving here 7 years ago, but many of our friends and families homes as well.

https://www.balancerealestategroup.com/Resources.ubr

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