The Wave by THE FIRM

by She FIt on January 21, 2010

Thanks for all the wonderful birthday wishes!

I had such a great birthday weekend back home in California. I’m usually running around all over the place trying to see everyone when I go home, but this trip I decided to dedicate to my family. And what a great decision it ended up being!!! My husband and brother were both gone at a 4-day conference so it was so nice to have my parents all to myself.

Here are a few pictures from the weekend… my camera battery died so I didn’t get many pictures.

My friend made me a beautiful dolphin birthday cake!

Birthday-night out with the rents

Birthday Dinner at Woodward Ranch BBQ

My husband definitely knows me! For my birthday he got me The Wave by The FIRM. I had never seen or heard about The Wave workout, so I was very interested to see how it worked. I love all of The Firm workout DVDs so I had high hopes for this one. It came with a board, 3 DVDs, and a success guide with nutrition tips.

The workout kind of feels like step aerobics with a twist. The arched board can be used as astep or can be flipped over as a rocker. And let me tell you, the rocker works the whole body trying to balance on it.

I love this workout! I would say that I am more of a cardio girl … I hate lifting weights. This workout involves lifting weights, but it didn’t really phase me because I was moving so much while lifting. The time definitely goes by way too fast and my whole body feels it by the end of the workout. The only down fall- I’m so clumsy that one day I know that I am going to trip or fall off the board. When that day comes I will be sure to let you know.

To see the WAVE in Action, check out this short video clip-

Have you seen or tried The Wave workout?

What are some of your favorite workout DVDs?

Don’t forget to head over HERE for a chance to win the Turbo Jam Workout DVDs! Turbo Jam workouts are just as fun as The Wave!

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Tagged as: Diet, Exercise, Fitness, Health, Weight loss, Workout

{ 24 comments }

1 Tena January 22, 2010 at 5:19 am: Some how I missed it, but Happy Birthday! It sounds like you had a good one!
2 Susan January 22, 2010 at 5:50 am: Thanks for reviewing The Wave I have seen it advertised and wondered if it was effective.
3 Robin January 22, 2010 at 6:50 am: Sorry about missing your bday, glad it was a good one!
4 Mari January 22, 2010 at 9:22 am: Oh I saw this at Sports Authority and wanted to try it out! thanks for the review…

Our families know us so well, for my bday I got Wii Fit and EA active! ha
5 Kelly January 22, 2010 at 12:20 pm: The wave looks like a ton of fun! What a great present idea. Happy Birthday!
6 Jenny January 22, 2010 at 2:51 pm: whoa, the wave looks crazy! thats such a great gift your hubby totes knows whats up!

Glad you had such a great birthday my love <3
7 Alissa January 22, 2010 at 3:05 pm: Happy Birthday! That looks like a great workout. I actually just finished out a FIRM workout that I won on a giveaway. I’m not quite coordinated enough, but I’m sure I’ll get better at it!
8 Jody - Fit at 52 January 22, 2010 at 4:32 pm: Looks like a great celebration. Loved the cake!

I have heard of this but I am a gym junkie! I do a lot of cardio but am not a fan. I do it cause I should & have to.. WEIGHTS, I love! Funny how with most people, it is one or the other for the love/hate relationship!! Don’t forget weights/resistance training is important for bone health! Many doc are seeing young ladies that are already showing the beginning of osteoporosis.
9 Diane Fit to the Finish January 22, 2010 at 6:24 pm: That looks hard! Eons ago I used to use The Firm videos and they were cheesy, but very effective!

Happy late birthday!!
10 Andrea@WellnessNotes January 22, 2010 at 9:07 pm: I have never heard of The Wave. Looks like a fun workout that develops your stabilizing muscles. And that sounds good to me!
11 Aletheia January 22, 2010 at 9:19 pm: Good on you for dedicating your birthday time to spend with your family. Wowzers – I totally want a Wave rocker thingamajig now!!
12 Cammy@TippyToeDiet January 23, 2010 at 3:03 am: I have seen this and have been pining for it ever since. I should check out the local resale shop and see if they have one.

Glad you had an awesome birthday trip!
13 Tricia January 23, 2010 at 7:25 pm: What a cute cake and a fun birthday present!
14 Marcelle January 24, 2010 at 10:06 am: Hello.

Thanks so much for the visit to my blog and comment…
Nice meeting you…
15 Madeline- Greens and Jeans January 24, 2010 at 6:46 pm: Your cake was too cute! Thanks for the Firm review, I’m always looking for great new workout ideas!
16 Melissa January 25, 2010 at 7:48 am: I’ve never tried the wave before. I just recently heard about it. Can’t wait to see how you like it as you continue to use it. Oh and Happy Belated Birthday. Glad you had a nice, fun birthday!
17 Sagan January 25, 2010 at 9:29 am: HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Such a cute cake. The Wave looks like so much fun. I want to play with it too
18 Monique January 25, 2010 at 10:04 am: that workout sounds awesome!!! might be looking into that one!

and what a cute cake!!!!
19 The Actors Diet January 25, 2010 at 7:53 pm: happy belated bday!!!
20 sophia January 26, 2010 at 6:44 pm: Happy Birthday again! I’ve never heard of the Wave, but it actually looks pretty fun! And since the weather has been pretty stinky, it’s nice to have something to motivate you indoors!
21 Sheri January 27, 2010 at 4:35 pm: Um, yeah, I’d fall flat on my a$$ for sure with that wave contraption! I’ll keep it on my “what to buy when I am thin” list.

I love the Wii EA Sports Active program thingy. It keeps me motivated, and I’m a dork, but I love love when it talks to me – “You’re really bringing it today” to which I always answer “That’s right girl!”

Well, whatever keeps me moving….
22 Shannon, Tropical Eats January 29, 2010 at 4:46 pm: wowza that Wave is too neat! I love infomercials for new exercise equipment they’re always so creative.
23 Erica January 30, 2010 at 5:31 pm: Happy Birthday!!! Looks like you had a fabulous time. Great gift from the husband- I’ve never tried the wave. I used to teach turbo kick though- it is a fun workout
24 Sarah February 5, 2010 at 12:17 pm: Happy Birthday!!! That is a great birthday gift. I saw that on a commercial and definitely interested! Keep us posted on your results.