Lose weight fast with Fitness First’s Lose It Program

March, 2011 - These days, people are constantly looking for a quick fix, a convenient solution to everything; from a hassle-free way to getting coffee in the morning to losing the extra weight gained over the holidays. While there’s no short-cut to physical health, Fitness First hastens the progress with the launch of its exclusive weight loss program, Lose It! That will help individuals lose up to 10 lbs in 4 weeks.

Lose It! is a fitness plan that aims to help different individuals attain their short-term weight loss goals in a matter of weeks. Whatever the motivation is, Lose It! can help participants look good, stay healthy, be more energized, or get back to that desired dress size through the different exercise routines.

“We understand that time is now a luxury with people living multiple lives balancing their careers, families and friends and because of this, health and fitness have taken the back seat. With the introduction of Fitness First’s Lose It!, we will be able to provide people with a quick and effective work-out solution for individuals on the go”, said Mark Ellis, Fitness First Country Manager.

Lose It! was developed by The Biggest Loser Asia Trainer for two seasons and Fitness First’s Regional Fitness Manager, Dave Nuku and supported by Fitness First Regional Group Training Exercise Manager, Jacqueline Wong. The program was built to work for all body types. It’s designed to provide access to a defined period with a clear objective and an end result in mind. Lose It! is a flexible and personal exercise plan based on the individual’s weight loss goal versus the number of times he/she can commit to going to the gym.

The best part about this program is that it is determined and tailored fitted to one’s personal weight desire and needs, for instance, losing as much as 10 lbs in 4 weeks. “We developed the Lose It! Program for people who are currently not enrolled in a gym but are looking for a fast and effective way of losing weight,” said Dave Nuku, “ Aside from access to the gym, the program offers a Lose It! Body guide, body journal, three one hour one to one personal training sessions and team work out sessions. The team work out is a full hour of complete training that helps to improve cardiovascular, strength and flexibility of a person. It’s an exercise class done in groups which is fun and challenging. The exercises include games, plyometrics and circuit training.”

To learn more about Lose It! please visit www.fitnessfirst.com or go to any Fitness First club nearest you. Lose It! hits the clubs this March.

Fall in Love with Seriously Good Roast!

Yummy Roast opens first store in Manila


Filipinos without a doubt have an intense love affair with chicken, especially when it’s packed with flavor served hot off the grill with a side of rice.

This year, Philippine company Yum Roast International, Inc. (YRII) in partnership with Singaporean-based food establishment The Asian Kitchen, introduces a wide range of delicious, authentic and great tasting dishes at Yummy Roast. Understanding the intrinsic values and delicate taste profiles of Asians, especially the Filipinos, Yummy Roast has successfully married advanced technology with the tradition of Asian cooking. Chief Executive Officer of The Asian Kitchen Food Company Cary Gee says, “We really know Asian food and we want the Filipinos to get to know it too. We always keep the traditions in mind but at the same time introduce innovation. For example, we work with classic cooking methods but we re-design them to produce better food, fast.” President of YRII, Mr. Richie Yang is excited to bring the Yummy Roast experience to the Philippines. Having a wealth of experience in the food industry as executive director of Philippine Food Concepts and managing director of a successful Chinese restaurant chain, he says, “We take pride in Yummy Roast’s dishes which are seriously delicious and quick- served without losing the spirit of the traditional recipes.”

Taking on the world with the very first Quick-Served Asian Restaurant, Yummy Roast puts a few of the Filipinos’ favorite meals on the table – Yummy Chicken, Yummy Pork Belly and Yummy Pork Asado all perfectly partnered with their Yummy Rice. Oozing with Chicken Essence, it can even be enjoyed on its own. The aroma of Asian spices and lemon grass will surely keep you coming back for more.

At an affordable price of P98, Yummy Roast’s featured dishes, YummyChicken, Yummy Pork Asado or Yummy Pork Belly may be enjoyed with unlimited Fragrant Rice or Yummy Rice for only an additional P20.

For those who have a sweet tooth, Yummy Roast will also delight them with their deliciously refreshingBlack Jelly Drink or Yoghurt generously topped with strawberry syrup.
The first and flagship store is located at the heart of Eastwood City in Citywalk 2. The company intends to open more Yummy Roast outlets in SM Sta. Rosa, SM Bicutan, Vito Cruz, and SM Manila.Serving it better, faster and tastier, Yummy Roast will definitely satisfy your craving for flavorful, Asian food while being kind to your wallet.

Graduate to the goodness of Goldilocks

Graduation is right around the corner! Be the first to congratulate your graduate for all the hard work they’ve done with a Goldilocks’ Choco Orange Greeting Cake!

Goldilocks, the country’s number one bakeshop, has given our graduates a reason to celebrate: a luscious combination of chocolate and orange-flavored chiffon, infused with refreshing citrus buttercreme. Bordered with sumptuous chocolate fudge frosting and topped with chocolate crescents, it is a beautiful way to show your graduate how proud you are.

Pass by the Goldilocks branch nearest you or call 888-1-999 Go-Delivery today. It’s time to graduate to the goodness of Goldilocks.