How to use: Medisana XT PowerRoll and MediTouch Blood Glucose Monitor

As you may know if you’re a regular on my social sites – I’m a fitness and health freak.


I’m more of a cardio person though, which accounts for the slimness but the lack of toned, defined muscles.
So I decided to fix that recently and had since doubled my weight training sessions.

What followed from that was simple to predict – whole body aches and tightness all over!
A friend of mine Joanna commiserates and showed me how her foam roller helped her manage the post-workout soreness.
Her foam roller was the the typical foam type and after a few painful tries, I woke up the next day feeling half as bad.

So I toyed with the idea of getting one for myself, and got lucky when this vibrating one from Medisana dropped on my lap!

Yes, a vibrating foam roller.
How is that different you ask?

Well, watch my video please!


VIDEO: How to use the Medisana Vibrating Foam Roller


This power roll is constructed in a way where the vibrations it emits can reach deep down your muscles thus is better capable of loosening deep tensions.
In a nutshell, it offers double the results expected of a standard foam roller. The exercises are similar so if you are already using a foam roller, this would be a worthy investment!

As you can see from my video, the Medisana PowerRoll XT Ultrasoft comes with:
+ a bag
+ a DVD of exercise instructions
+ a charger
+ a manual & exercise cards

The manual and DVD provide insights on how to make full use of the device, i.e how it works, what you can do and achieve.
The step-by-step exercises are easy to follow and they are divided into different categories: activation, regeneration, strength/stability.

I also took advantage of the included exercise cards. They demonstrate the right and suitable ways of exercising with the device.

Just like any form of exercise, it is important to do it right to get the most out of it. You do not want to end up feeling even worst after, or injuring yourself do you?

The PowerRoll XT UltraSoft is also equipped with 8 levels of massage intensity that can be controlled with a button next to the power button. The vibration technology is designed to be able to enhance your blood circulation as it provides deeper penetration for muscle activation and a significant reduction in pain.
So do adjust the level accordingly and go with what you’re comfortable with.

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Below, I’ve demonstrated a few simple daily exercises that I adhere to.


1. ACTIVATION:


Medisana calls this the ‘Activation‘ exercise – the kind that can be done as soon as you open your eyes in the morning to gently wake your muscles up.
You can start with your hips. Make sure that your body is properly balanced.

Another example, this posture focuses on your buttocks. Stabilize yourself as shown and just slowly roll forward and backwards until you get the hang of it!
Alternatively, you can also try this on your back.


2. Regeneration


Regenerate your muscles and strengthen your calves/thighs with this exercise. You can do it however you want or however you are comfortable with. You can do this exercise on your sides, facing up or even facing down.


3. Strength and Stability


The power roll also enables you to work on your core body strength and stability. Just balance yourself on it and start lifting one of your arms and legs, hold the pose in the air for a few seconds before alternating. Other core exercises include planking on the power roll.

Trust me, you can do almost anything with it!
All the exercises are well explained in the DVD.

Note that the maximum exercise time with vibration should not exceed 10 mins. Anyhow, you don’t have to worry about exceeding the limit since the device will automatically switch off once it’s time!

Other than that, caring for the power roll is easy.
Just make sure to allow the device to cool down first after switching it off. Then, clean with a slightly damp sponge. Try to keep it dry at all time though.
The charging time takes about 3-4 hours and then it’s ready to be taken anywhere.

All in all, the power roll is pretty handy as you could do many exercises with it that are beneficial for your health. I recommend using it while you’re watching TV!

Find out more on the PowerRoll XT Ultrasoft at https://www.medisana.com.my/product/powerroll-xt-ultrasoft/.



NEXT, I’ll be talking about the Medisana Blood Glucose Monitor.


MEDISANA BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITOR


The reason I was keen to try the MediTouch was due to the fact that many of my friends are into low carb and keto diets. Personally I’m a “low-carber”; keeping my intake of rice, bread, pasta, sugar and majority of hawker food as low as possible.

For those hardcore on a keto diet, it makes sense for them to purchase a blood ketone meter.
However, if you’re not as hardcore, just monitoring your blood glucose helps to identify your sugar levels. A blood glucose monitor such as the one below is of course, primarily used for those with diabetes.

The MediTouch is a simple blood glucose monitor with measuring time as fast as 5 seconds. The results are also clinically proven to be accurate and reliable.

This device measures in mmo/L. All you need is just a fresh tiny drop of blood from the finger tips and the device will give you an insight on how food affects your blood sugar with the help of its pre-meal and a post-meal marker.

If the device intimidates you, worry not! A full comprehensive step-by-step pictorial is included in the manual.


What is in a MediTouch box?


+ 1 blood glucose monitor
+ 10 blood glucose test strips
+ 1 lancing device, 10 lancets, 1 control solution
+ Instruction manual
+ Storage bag, batteries
+ Diabetic Diary

MediTouch is equipped with two buttons: one to switch it on, the other to enter values and to browse test results. The slot to insert test strips is located at the bottom of the device.

Look at how slim and sleek the design is.
Not bulky at all and it’s pretty easy to navigate with too. It can take up to 360 measurements.

If you are diabetic (or just being careful), regularly measuring your blood glucose level in the comfort of your home is definitely a great help. This device is specially designed for you to be able to carry it and use it anywhere.


HOW TO USE the Medisana Blood Glucose Monitor:


    Follow these general steps:

1. Wash your hands.
2. Put a lancet into the lancet device so that it’s ready to go.
3. Place a new test strip into the meter.
4. Prick your finger with the lancet in the protective lancing device.
5. Carefully place the subsequent drop of blood onto the test strip and wait for the results.

Find out more on the MediTouch at : https://www.medisana.com.my/product/meditouch/


FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:


Medisana on Facebook: www.facebook.com/MedisanaMY
Medisana’s website: www.medisana.com.my

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