1. Start out by lying on your back.
2. Place your hands crossed on your chest and lie flat on the floor with your knees bent. You should always bend your knees because it provides necessary support for your lower back.
Some people like to place their hands behind their head but this is not the ideal position because you can strain your neck. What happens is when you get tired you have a tendency to pull on your neck (rather than your abs) to complete the exercise.
3. Slowly raise yourself up using your abs while pressing your lower back to the floor. As you reach the top of the crunch slowly exhale. Then slowly lower your back down to the flow as you inhale.
4. Repeat this process 20 to 25 times and rest for about 90 seconds. Then perform 2-3 more sets of crunches with 90 second rests between each set and you're done for the day!
Remember, the key is not to do 500 crunches at a time. The reason is, after the first 20 or 30 reps, your body gets lethargic and you end up "cheating" and not getting the full effect of the exercise anyway.
Always do a small amount (20 to 25) controlled movements at a time. You should really feel your ab muscles working by the time you hit 20. If not, you're not working your stomach and abs the way you should. Remember to focus that movement right in your middle section.
April 27, 2010
Recipes by Ate Elsa (Part I)
Sinigang na Bangus - (1) sibuyas, kamatis, ginger, sili na pang-sinigang pakuluan maigi with patis and asin (2) labanos w/ puso ng saging (3) idagdag ang bangus pag medyo luto na ang labanos (4) kangkong. Add sinigang mix or kamias kamatis. Liitan ang hiwa ng kamatis, etc para mas lumasa.
Piniritong Babsi - (1) pahiran ng asin yung porky (2) painit ng maigi ang salad master (3) ilagay na ung baboy at takpan ung kawali para hindi tumalsik (4) pagbaligtad ng baboy lagyan ng awang ang takip para crispy. Sawsawan: sibuyas, sili, suka, toyo. Yun.
Fried Chicken - garlic + patis
Must try:
Vinegar - Datu Puti Kurat or Sugar Cane Premium or Rose Vinegar
Butter - Anchor
Cooking Oil - Taal (?)
Soy Sauce - Silver Swan
Patis - Thai Fish Sauce or Ang Sarap Patis
Piniritong Babsi - (1) pahiran ng asin yung porky (2) painit ng maigi ang salad master (3) ilagay na ung baboy at takpan ung kawali para hindi tumalsik (4) pagbaligtad ng baboy lagyan ng awang ang takip para crispy. Sawsawan: sibuyas, sili, suka, toyo. Yun.
Fried Chicken - garlic + patis
Must try:
Vinegar - Datu Puti Kurat or Sugar Cane Premium or Rose Vinegar
Butter - Anchor
Cooking Oil - Taal (?)
Soy Sauce - Silver Swan
Patis - Thai Fish Sauce or Ang Sarap Patis
February 12, 2010
about relationships
1. Are you exaggerating the negatives? For the next two months mark the good and bad days on your calendar to get a reality check.
2. Have you already left the marriage by emotionally withdrawing? Or by giving up all attempts to make the relationship better? If so, can you find a way to reengage?
3. Do you get so angry that you hit each other or throw things at least once a month? If the answer is yes, are you hanging on to a terrible relationship because you're afraid of being alone? Or because you're convinced it's the best you can do?
4. If you're frustrated because your husband won't change (you'd like him to be more forceful or manly, for example), is it really necessary that he does? Is there anything in your family history that may be driving your need to transform him? (Your father never stood up for you when you needed him.)
5. Have you been teaching your husband the wrong lessons by not challenging his hurtful behavior? (You don't say anything when he criticizes you in public. He never washes the dishes, so you just do them, resentfully.)
6. Do you have fun together? Even when things are tough, do you make jokes about it? (A good sign.) If not, can you make time in your marriage for more play?
7. Are there conflicts that you've avoided in the relationship? What do you fear would happen if you confronted them?
8. Do you simply need more time alone? A weekend on your own every so often to make the heart grow fonder?
9. Has something occurred—a death, a big birthday, a job loss—that's throwing off your relationship and needs to be addressed?
10. Have you done everything you possibly can to make this marriage work? Are you certain he has heard your complaints? Have you tried a marriage-education class or couples therapy? If he won't go to counseling, have you gone yourself to see how you might save the relationship?
2. Have you already left the marriage by emotionally withdrawing? Or by giving up all attempts to make the relationship better? If so, can you find a way to reengage?
3. Do you get so angry that you hit each other or throw things at least once a month? If the answer is yes, are you hanging on to a terrible relationship because you're afraid of being alone? Or because you're convinced it's the best you can do?
4. If you're frustrated because your husband won't change (you'd like him to be more forceful or manly, for example), is it really necessary that he does? Is there anything in your family history that may be driving your need to transform him? (Your father never stood up for you when you needed him.)
5. Have you been teaching your husband the wrong lessons by not challenging his hurtful behavior? (You don't say anything when he criticizes you in public. He never washes the dishes, so you just do them, resentfully.)
6. Do you have fun together? Even when things are tough, do you make jokes about it? (A good sign.) If not, can you make time in your marriage for more play?
7. Are there conflicts that you've avoided in the relationship? What do you fear would happen if you confronted them?
8. Do you simply need more time alone? A weekend on your own every so often to make the heart grow fonder?
9. Has something occurred—a death, a big birthday, a job loss—that's throwing off your relationship and needs to be addressed?
10. Have you done everything you possibly can to make this marriage work? Are you certain he has heard your complaints? Have you tried a marriage-education class or couples therapy? If he won't go to counseling, have you gone yourself to see how you might save the relationship?
February 10, 2010
February 2010 To-Dos
- Name stickers (In progress)
- Laptop repair (Done)
- SUN Phone
- Spyder Monitor Calibrator
- Pay Mavic for Association Dues w/ Taguig (Canceled)
- Pay Association Dues w/ Clark
- Book Flight for SG
- Upload B1G Photos (DGroup) and link to Facebook
- Buy extra curtains
- Download and Install Chikka Messenger
- American Eye Clinic
February 9, 2010
Food Trips (Manila)
Galileo Enoteca & Deli
Italian wines adorn Galileo Enoteca's many shelves
Tucked in the heart of Mandaluyong City, Galileo Enoteca & Deli has long been considered as one of Manila's best kept secrets.
This restaurant is famous for its rustic ambiance, delicate cheeses, fine wines, and special cured meats, making it an ideal spot for couples who wish to have an authentic Italian experience without going out of the country.
For Valentine's Day, Galileo Enoteca offers a special menu for couples reasonably priced at P1,200 (or P600 each). Lovers get to choose one appetizer, two main courses, and two glasses of wine. Cakes and desserts are also available.
It has even thrown in a Valentine's day menu for those who opt to celebrate with their families. At P350 per head (for a group of at least five people), guests get to enjoy a 5-course Italian meal.
Galileo Enoteca & Deli is located at Number 80 Calbayog Street corner Malinao Street, Mandaluyong City. For reservations, call 532-0482 or 534-4633.
Alba Restaurante Espanol
A display of Alba's specialty dishes hangs outside the restaurant in Tomas Morato, Quezon City
A perfect spot for lovers who are craving for authentic Spanish fare, Alba is home to traditional Spanish cooking since 1952. And it has never failed to please.
Customers can enjoy 18 kinds of paella as well as an extensive list of tapas (appetizers), breads, soups, salads, pasta, seafood dishes, meat dishes, and desserts, all reasonably priced from P200 to P900.
But if you’re the type who wants a bit of everything, you can opt for Alba’s all-you-can-eat buffet instead. For Valentine’s day, lunch costs P650++ per head while dinner costs P800++.
The buffet spread is large enough to cover Alba’s specialties such as Callos a la Madrilena (stewed ox tripe in rich tomato sauce), Cochinillo Asado (oven roasted suckling pig), and Canonigo (a delectably soft meringue cake).
But of course, dining at Alba won't be complete without professional musicians serenading you and your lover with Spanish tunes at the table. The restaurant even goes the extra mile as it gives handmade chocolates to couples to top off this special day.
Alba Restaurante Espanol is located at Tomas Morato corner Lozano Street, Quezon City. It also has branches in Bel-Air and Alabang. For reservations, call 925-1912 or 411-7052.
Italian wines adorn Galileo Enoteca's many shelves
Tucked in the heart of Mandaluyong City, Galileo Enoteca & Deli has long been considered as one of Manila's best kept secrets.
This restaurant is famous for its rustic ambiance, delicate cheeses, fine wines, and special cured meats, making it an ideal spot for couples who wish to have an authentic Italian experience without going out of the country.
For Valentine's Day, Galileo Enoteca offers a special menu for couples reasonably priced at P1,200 (or P600 each). Lovers get to choose one appetizer, two main courses, and two glasses of wine. Cakes and desserts are also available.
It has even thrown in a Valentine's day menu for those who opt to celebrate with their families. At P350 per head (for a group of at least five people), guests get to enjoy a 5-course Italian meal.
Galileo Enoteca & Deli is located at Number 80 Calbayog Street corner Malinao Street, Mandaluyong City. For reservations, call 532-0482 or 534-4633.
Alba Restaurante Espanol
A display of Alba's specialty dishes hangs outside the restaurant in Tomas Morato, Quezon City
A perfect spot for lovers who are craving for authentic Spanish fare, Alba is home to traditional Spanish cooking since 1952. And it has never failed to please.
Customers can enjoy 18 kinds of paella as well as an extensive list of tapas (appetizers), breads, soups, salads, pasta, seafood dishes, meat dishes, and desserts, all reasonably priced from P200 to P900.
But if you’re the type who wants a bit of everything, you can opt for Alba’s all-you-can-eat buffet instead. For Valentine’s day, lunch costs P650++ per head while dinner costs P800++.
The buffet spread is large enough to cover Alba’s specialties such as Callos a la Madrilena (stewed ox tripe in rich tomato sauce), Cochinillo Asado (oven roasted suckling pig), and Canonigo (a delectably soft meringue cake).
But of course, dining at Alba won't be complete without professional musicians serenading you and your lover with Spanish tunes at the table. The restaurant even goes the extra mile as it gives handmade chocolates to couples to top off this special day.
Alba Restaurante Espanol is located at Tomas Morato corner Lozano Street, Quezon City. It also has branches in Bel-Air and Alabang. For reservations, call 925-1912 or 411-7052.
January 29, 2010
January 8, 2010
Finances 2010
January
- Jan 03 - Paid P7,000 for Association Dues
- Jan 07 - Withdrawn P25,000
- Jan 08 - Paid P4,000 for Chasing Light Workshop
- Jan 16 - Paid P3,500 for Workshop
- Jan 15 - Paid P10,000 to Citibank
- Jan 13 - Paid P7,000 for Rent
- Jan 20 - Withdrawn P20,000
- Jan 20 - Paid P4,000 for Tripod
- Jan 21 - Paid P12,000 to Citibank
- Feb 5 - Withdrawn P14,000
- Feb 8 - gave P1,000 for Ninong
- Feb 15 - gave P500 for Ninong
- Feb 14 - gave P1,000 for Mama
- Feb 14 - gave P1,000 for CCF
- Feb 14 - paid P2,000 to Citibank
- Feb 15 - bought P1,000 worth of clothes
- Feb 19 - Withdrawn P7900
- Feb 21 - Withdrawn P4,000
- Feb 21 - paid P6,000 to Citibank
- Feb 21 - gave P1,000 to CCF
- Feb 20 - gave P1,000 to Ninong
- March 21 - 8,000 for JP's brother
- 12,000 for mortgage
- 1500 for CCF
- 1500 for Ninong
- April 5 - Withdrawn 8,000
December 1, 2009
DECEMBER 2009 To-Dos
- encash wallem cheque (done)
- kitchen curtain (done)
- cabinet and screen installation (done)
- BUY book shelf
- BUY paint thinner (done)
- FRIDAY 12/12 - PRINT Group PHOTOS from B1G :)
- SUNDAY 12/13 - pay association dues, install curtains, bring BED Sheet
- SUNDAY 12/13 - GET eyeglasses, DVD Player
- paint the floor (in progress)
- CALL Citibank
- Pay SUN Broadband (done)
- Buy SUN SIM for Ninong (done)
- Get a SUN Postpaid
- Buy lampshade (done)
- Install DVD R/W (done)
- Install/Buy Adobe Photoshop (done)
- SCAN B1G photos
- Upload B1G photos
- Pay Mortgage on DEC 11 (deposited 10K, last pay frm ACN)
- Last Paycheck on DEC 11 (done)
- Attend the B1G Reunion DEC 11 (done)
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