What is It?
Led by Yesim Peddy, who never stops smiling, we rocked to a variety of music, from Lorde to Aerosmith, as we poured our inner rock stars into a vibrant, effective workout using hollow drumsticks called Ripstix®.
Ripstix®, which are lightly weighted, are engineered specifically for exercising so that POUND® transforms drumming into an incredibly effective way of working out.
Instead of listening to music, you become the music in this exhilarating full-body workout that combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and Pilates-inspired movements.
It wasn’t that hard to follow, and even though I think I’m fit, POUND worked a lot of muscles I didn’t realize I had.
POUND is designed for all fitness levels, provides the perfect atmosphere for letting loose, getting energized, toning up and rockin’ out! The workout is easily modifiable and the alternative vibe and welcoming philosophy appeals to men and women of all ages and abilities.
What Does POUND Do For You?
- It helps you drum your way to a leaner, slimmer physique – all while rocking out to your favorite music!
- It burns calories -- up to 900 an hour.
- It strengthens and sculpts infrequently used muscles
- It improves your rhythm, timing, coordination, speed, agility, endurance, and musicality.
- It cinches the waistline, slims the thighs, and strengthens connective tissue and muscles with the combination of stability and cardio.
- It boosts your brain! Studies show drumming has powerful brain-boosting, stress-relieving effects of drumming. The rhythm permeates the brain to improve focus, increase higher-level thinking and decision-making skills, boost the immune system, lower blood pressure, decrease chronic pain, anxiety, and fatigue.
I finished the workout feeling invigorated, and a little like I’d just been to a rock concert. Next time I might let out a scream or two, a la Steven Tyler! Will I see you there?
THE FACTS ABOUT POUND®
Who: Fitness Instructor Yesim Peddy
When: Tuesdays at 8 AM
Where: BPRC Bergen Peak Room. Just drop in and pay at the Front Desk, where they will hand you your Ripstix.
What to Wear: Sneakers, workout clothes that are easy to move in
What to Bring: A full water bottle, a sense of adventure, and a friend!
Each year the King of the Carnival reflects a different theme- this year it’s Rio, famous for its raucous Carnival festival, featuring parade floats, flamboyant costumes and samba dancers. Paphos’ celebrations will take place from February 8- 17, and the entrance of the King of the Carnival which traditionally signals the start of the ten day celebrations, will take place at 3.30pm on Thursday, February 8.
He will make his grand entrance along Griva Digeni Avenue, in the centre of the town. His arrival will be heralded by the Paphos music society singers, and he will be accompanied by the Paphos municipal band, cheerleaders and dancers from other local dance schools
The parade will make its way along the avenue and around the old town before ending up at Kennedy Square at 4.30pm, where festivities will continue with a carnival feast of food and drink and a music programme by ‘Odyssey.’
On Saturday 10 February at 11.00 am the ‘Giorgalletos Candadators’ will entertain by singing as they make their way through the alleyways of the old town ending up at Kennedy Square.
The annual municipality ‘Grand carnival dance’ will be held at the Aloe Hotel on Friday February 16 at 8pm. The popular contest for best costume will again go ahead with awards for individuals, couples and groups, where winners will receive cash prizes.
The main carnival parade will take place on Saturday February 17 at 3pm, heading along Poseidonos Avenue in Kato Paphos which runs parallel to the seafront. Floats will assemble at Almyra hotel and the parade will conclude at the car park of the archaeological park.
Along with the participation of dozens of floats, the Paphos municipal band, cheerleaders and other musical groups, thousands of locals and visitors are expected to attend and participate.
During the entrance of the King of the Carnival and the grand parade, central roads and those leading off them will be closed to traffic in Paphos town and Kato Paphos.
“Those interested in participating in the parade must submit their application as soon as possible. The order of priority will be followed on the order of submission of the applications” he said.
Paphos municipality Cultural Service: 26932014 (7.30 am – 3.00 pm) and cultural.service@pafos.org.cy .
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