Taking the first baby steps to change!
@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
United States
January 2, 2016 8:07am CST
I have already stated that I don't make resolutions. I also believe that you can accomplish changes in your life by taking baby steps. I know that I need to get in better shape and I have totally avoided it. But today I took my first baby step toward better health.
I watched QVC yesterday. Marie Osmond was demonstrating her BodyGym Deluxe Portable Resistance Band Home Gym. I had watched it at other times but it didn't motivate me. Yesterday it did and I'll tell you why. A woman called in to say that she had convinced several people to start using this product and one was an 82 year old woman. Well, if an 82-year-old can use it so can I!
As of the last I heard in the late evening they had sold 198,000 of this product. I am now included in the total number sold. The original price was $46 but it was (and still is I believe) on sale for $39.98. I waited until this morning to place my order since I wanted to be sure it was what I wanted to do.
I plan on using it as soon as I get it. I think (and hope) it will be as easy to use as it looked on TV!
Wish me luck.....
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Make the BodyGym Deluxe System your resolution solution. Like a home gym in your hands, this popular resistance-band workout lets you perform dozens of gym-quality exercises practically anywhere. Its simple snap-together bar and easy-to-adjust resistance b
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@fishtiger58 (29823)
• Momence, Illinois
2 Jan 16
I have resistance bands, they work pretty good. I also have a stationary bike and an elliptical. The problem is getting on them lol.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
2 Jan 16
I don't want big pieces of equipment - had them years ago, got rid of them. This I can sit in a chair in front of the TV and when I'm done put it away!
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@fishtiger58 (29823)
• Momence, Illinois
2 Jan 16
@AbbyGreenhill Yup I was going to mention that. You can sit and use those resistance bands.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
2 Jan 16
@fishtiger58 And if I want when its nice out take it outside!
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@PainsOnSlate (21854)
• Canada
2 Jan 16
I've mentioned my husband I joined the YMCA. We love it and I do a Senior's Aerobic program called gentle fit and we use those bands in that class. Good luck and let us know how you like it when you get it.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
2 Jan 16
Thanks, I think it will be good for me.
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@valmnz (17099)
• New Zealand
2 Jan 16
@AbbyGreenhill that sort of approach always works best for me :-)
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
2 Jan 16
@valmnz You are all my witnesses....
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
2 Jan 16
That's what I'm afraid of! Now I have to stick with it! LOL
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@LadyDuck (458091)
• Switzerland
2 Jan 16
@AbbyGreenhill Yes, it's easy to use and it has been very helpful to me.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
2 Jan 16
I have one from when I went to physical therapy when I had sciatica - but one isn't much of a help. I hope it's as easy to use as it looked on TV
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@Marilynda1225 (79708)
• United States
2 Jan 16
@AbbyGreenhill they certainly did make it look easy to use and I saw John Schneider on last night promoting it. I have shoulder pain...do you think this would help?
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@Jessicalynnt (50525)
• Centralia, Missouri
2 Jan 16
my coworker got that, it's fun and easy to use!
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
2 Jan 16
Glad to hear that - it looked like they were having fun with in on TV.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
3 Jan 16
@Jessicalynnt There isn't much to it when you get right down to it, a bar and a some giant rubber bands!
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@Jessicalynnt (50525)
• Centralia, Missouri
3 Jan 16
@AbbyGreenhill it's pretty light, easy to move around, set up and use.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
2 Jan 16
Yes I thought it was a good price too. Plus I ordered it thru EBates to QVC and made 80 cents LOL!
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
2 Jan 16
@paigea You join ebates and from their site you go to whatever site yuo wish to purchase from - there are thousands who belong. They all have a percentage of cash back - QVC is only 2 percent. I've gotten back as much as $4 from one purchase at another online shop.
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@paigea (35680)
• Canada
2 Jan 16
@AbbyGreenhill 80 cents - in one day. That is a good site
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@slund2041 (3315)
• United States
3 Jan 16
Good luck to you. I hope it is as easy to use as it looks on TV.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
3 Jan 16
I know it will be a little 'painful' in the beginning, I' talking muscles that haven't been used in a while!
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@Raine38 (12257)
• United States
3 Jan 16
Good luck in your endeavor! The first step to change is always the hardest, so good for you in taking charge and making the first step. Like you, I also do not have a list of resolutions, but one of my top goals is to eat healthier and be more physically active. We are not getting any younger, and I figure that if we will not start taking of ourselves now, when?
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
3 Jan 16
Right on! I am hoping that it will help by breathing, as I have COPD and with less weight I think my lungs wouldn't have to work so hard!
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
2 Jan 16
There is no place to walk here..if I go on the road I'll get run over by a tractor.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
2 Jan 16
I don't believe in torturing myself, just my husband.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
2 Jan 16
Yeah Maria!!!! Now we can compare notes and support each other! Good luck to you - and good luck to both of us!
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
3 Jan 16
@gr8nana6 I am not sure when mine is coming, but I ordered about the same time - a day before - it should be around the same delivery I think.
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@gr8nana6 (6614)
• Conyers, Georgia
3 Jan 16
@AbbyGreenhill Yay thank you I sure will do good luck to you too. Mine won't get here until the 12th.
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@sueznewz2 (10409)
• Alicante, Spain
2 Jan 16
that looks good ... i hope you get on with it ok....
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
2 Jan 16
Thank you - I many need some shoulders to cry on when I start this!
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
2 Jan 16
@sueznewz2 Thanks, encouragement is a good thing!
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@sueznewz2 (10409)
• Alicante, Spain
2 Jan 16
@AbbyGreenhill we're here to help.... & encourage...
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@Marilynda1225 (79708)
• United States
2 Jan 16
I saw this yesterday on QVC and was almost motivated to buying it. Looked like something I might use and the price was right. But, so far I haven't placed the order. AS I'm still thinking about it I hope you get lots of use from yours and looking forward to hearing how well it works. I also need to get myself healthier
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
2 Jan 16
That's why I didn't order it yesterday - I had to make sure I really would use it and I thought about it last night and again this morning.
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@cindiowens (5120)
• North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
2 Jan 16
Good luck on getting in better shape. You have taken the first baby step, now keep them going.
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@LeaPea2417 (36438)
• Toccoa, Georgia
2 Jan 16
Good luck and best wishes. I know once you get it , you will succeed with it :)
@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
2 Jan 16
Thank you for that vote of confidence! Now I have to prove you right! LOL!
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
2 Jan 16
That's sorta what my husband said too!
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@Tampa_girl7 (48929)
• United States
2 Jan 16
They also have something similar at Walmart . I hope you enjoy them.
@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
2 Jan 16
I hope so too, and I have 30 days to return it!
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@NeldaHoxie (1381)
• United States
3 Jan 16
I almost bought one too. I am interested to see what you think of it!
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@Auntylou (4264)
• Oxford, England
2 Jan 16
We are expecting some before and after pictures @AbbyGreenhill !
Good luck and happy new year!
@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
2 Jan 16
Nope - no pictures, That one of me and my dog is the only photo anywhere online and the only one that will ever be!! Thanks!
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
6 Jan 16
@Auntylou They are out of stock, I might not get them
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