Question: I’ve just bought The Firm Wave and took the 30 day free trial to the Firm Believers Club. Should I continue the subscription after the 30 days is up? Do you think it’s worth it?

Answer: There is some bad feeling about at the moment with regard to the Firm Believers Club. Many people seem to think they’ve been tricked into taking out the subscription. What happens is they sign up for the 30 day free trial and then forget to cancel!

When you buy the Wave the Firm make it very clear that The Firm Believers club subscription is optional. You don’t have to take it. If you do take it it’s up to you to remember to cancel it if you don’t want it anymore.

As to whether it’s worth keeping the subscription which costs $9-95 per month to be honest I don’t know yet. I’ve only just got around to looking at it! From what I’ve seen it looks pretty good but it all depends on how often the site is updated with new material. When I’ve had a good look around I’ll write a review and let you know.

All the best,

Carol J Bartram
(personal Trainer & Pilates Instructor)

Posted by: At Home Workout Reviews

The Firm Believers Club – Have I Been Tricked?

Question: I bought The Firm Wave, but don’t find it challenging – Is it only suitable for a beginner?

Answer: No it’s suitable for all levels – not just beginners. I get a lot of mail on this question and I have to say I’m puzzled by it. I’m a Personal Trainer and although I wouldn’t consider myself to be super fit I’m in reasonable shape and I find it versatile enough to be as challenging as you want! My clients also find it a challenging and varied workout which they enjoy.

Without seeing your workout and how you’re using the Wave I couldn’t say why you find it so easy. It could be your pace, the weight of dumbell your using or your form. It’s very easy to cheat when doing the exercises if your form isn’t great.

You could just use the TheFirmWave in part of your workout (which is what I do) to keep your workout fresh and interesting or you could easily create your own unique workout using the Wave and add what you consider to be more challenging moves.

Using The Firm Wave is different. Many people don’t like it at first because they feel unsteady on The Wave and therefore give up before they get used to it. I’d recommend you continue using The Wave even if you believe it isn’t challenging enough, and see how you progress over the next couple of months.

All the best,

Carol J Bartram
(Personal Trainer & Pilates Instructor)

Posted by: At Home Workout Reviews

I Bought The Firm Wave But I Don’t Find It Challenging

I like to read other peoples comments on exercise equipment and recently came across this one

“Any gadget like The Wave (www.thefirmwave.com) is just another way of getting people to fall for imformercials and waste money”

Well I agree the infomercial is designed to get you to buy The Firm Wave and I also agree there is a lot of exercise junk being advertised at the moment. When it comes to The Wave though I disagree. I believe that for the average at home exerciser the Wave will do the job nicely and with a bit of creative thinking in designing your own workouts can also challenge even an experienced and very fit exerciser.

As a beginner sticking with the choreographed routines is a great idea but when they become less challenging either increase the dumbbell weight, design your own workout or incorporate the Wave into other workouts you currently do.

Preventing the body from adapting and reaching a plateaux is important and The Wave can help you in preventing this happening by varying your exercise routine.

As with any new exercise it’s important you seek professional advice before you start any new exercise routine, particularly if you are a senior or have any existing health issues or physical limitations.

If you would like to comment on the post please use the “Leave a Reply” box below.

All the best,

Carol J Bartram
(Personal Trainer & Pilates Instructor)

Posted by: At Home Workout Reviews

The Firm Wave Is A Ripoff – True Or False?

Qustion: I’m short of money and have seen a used Wave from the FirmWave.com being sold on EBay do you think it’ll be OK?

Answer: I’d have to say no to that one. If you look at my answer to My Firm Wave Creaks You’ll see I advise to check it for wear and tear. If you buy second hand you’ve no idea how it’s been treated. Has it been dropped, misused or has some 275lb plus person used it and possibly stressed the plastic. So buy new would be my advice it’s under $100 at the moment why risk injury with a shoddy second hand item?

Posted by: At Home Workout Reviews

Should I Buy My Wave Second Hand Or Buy New?

Question: I’ve recently bought The Wave from TheFirmWave.com and it’s making noises! I weigh 201lbs is it going to break?

Answer: As the Wave’s maximum weight is 270lbs you’re well under the limit. I’d just check to see it’s not damaged (cracks and scrapes) and if all looks OK don’t be concerned. My partner is 195lbs and when he uses it it also makes some noise. Just put on some louder music and you’ll not hear it any more! Seriously you just don’t hear it after a while it becomes background noise.

Posted by: At Home Workout Reviews

My Wave From TheFirmWave.com Is Making Creaking Sounds Is It Safe?

Question: Is The Firm Wave only suitable for women or can men use it as well? – My husband has shown an interest!

Answer: Although the Wave would appear to be marketed for women only there is no reason why a man couldn’t use it and benefit from it as much as a women. The only thing you would need to be careful of is the maximum weight limit which for the Wave is 275lbs.

If your husband is more than 275lbs take a look at my The Wave vs The T-Bow post. Although more expensive it will take up to 600lbs hopefully enough

All the best,

Carol J Bartram
(Personal Trainer & Pilates Instructor)

Posted by: At Home Workout Reviews

Is The Firm Wave Only Suitable For Women?

Question: I already have a lot of home exercise equipment (Exercise Bike and Treadmill) is there any point in buying The Wave as well?

Answer: Absolutely! The equipment you have is great and if all you needed was Cardio then maybe you could get away without buying the Wave. The Wave comes into it’s own because you can combine cardio, strength training and stretching all into one fun fat blasting workout.

By including the Wave into your exercise program you not only add variety, you are also challenging your body in new ways. This in turn prevents your body from adapting and helps you avoid the dreaded weight loss plateau.

Once you’ve tried the Wave you’ll be hooked. I now use The Wave in all my own exercise programs and find that if given a choice I always end up on the Wave it’s just such fun I find the time passing much more quickly than it did plodding on the treadmill.

Give it a go – You won’t be disappointed.

All the best,

Carol J Bartram
(Pilates Instructor & Personal Trainer)

Posted by: At Home Workout Reviews

The Firmwave Reviews – I Already Have A Lot Of Other Exercise Equipment

Question: I’ve bought a lot of exercise equipment in the past. Without exception they’ve all been high priced pieces of junk. Before I shell out my hard earned cash I need to know I’ll not be wasting my time or money.

Answer: The Firm Wave Workout is in my opinion fantastic. The Wave is small, light weight, inexpensive and will give you an incredible fat burning workout. Unlike other exercise equipment in this price range (less than $100) you just get it out, jump on it and you’re off and running. No complicated setting up or knob fiddling.

If you are prepared to use it 3 times a week for a minimum of 20 mins you will get good fat loss results. If you don’t use it however nothing will happen! You then can’t blame the Wave only your lack of commitment

Don’t think about it just go buy one and see for yourself.

All the best,

Carol J Bartram

(Personal Trainer)

Posted by: At Home Workout Reviews

The Firm Wave Workout Reviews – Another Exercise Gimmick?

Question: I’ve seen the Firm Wave Workout advertised and before I buy one would like to know if anyone has had the results claimed. Is it as effective as they say or is it just another piece of exercise junk?

Answer: I love this piece of equipment. It’s inexpensive and at under $100 you don’t risk much. It comes bundled with 4 different DVD’s to ensure you get the best from it. As to the results you’ll get that will be entirely up to you!

If you use the wave regularly and don’t keep it under the bed they yes you can get the results claimed. The Wave itself is such a simple piece of exercise equipment there is nothing to go wrong with it. Just drag it out, put on some fast music and rock yourself fit.

Ride The The Firm Wave, you won’t regret it.

Posted by: At Home Workout Reviews

Is The Firm Wave Personal Gym Workout Effective?