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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Best home gyms tips
- Best home gymsIt isn't always easy to find the best home gyms without a little trepidation. But have no fear as shopping through what are touted as the best home gym has been simplified.No kidding, stop and think about what you want to accomplish, weight loss, toning, shaping and body building may be part of your goals. But how hard can it to lift weight or bend over. Maybe we've got...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Remanufactured elliptical trainers ? are they a good deal?
- There are on-line distributors of fitness equipment who offer both new and remanufactured or refurbished machines. The most common types of remanufactured equipment are treadmills and elliptical trainers. This article will focus on remanufactured and refurbished elliptical trainers, but the basic concepts apply to any type of remanufactured or refurbished fitness equipment.It's typically hi...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Best elliptical trainer - elliptical secrets of success
- Thinking about purchasing an elliptical trainer? Wondering how an elliptical trainer can help you reach and exceed your fitness goals? Elliptical trainers are one of the best fitness products to be developed in recent years because they are cost effective yet efficient.This article will discuss the benefits of working out with the various elliptical trainers on the market. Many people have ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Cardio zone elliptical trainers
- CardioZone makes a number of similar elliptical trainers, falling into the lower price range than the Nautilus or Octane brands. They have four types of trainers, and each one is suited to different workouts and user needs.The stride matches the users and is almost impact free, which is especially important to people with knee problems. The Cardio Zone is quiet because it's so smooth....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - What you need to know before buying a pedometer
- Question: What's small, weighs about an ounce, and comes in dozens of different models? Answer: a Pedometer.Would you have guessed it had I mentioned this item can help you lose weight, decrease your chance of diseases like hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease, and improve your overall fitness? Using a pedometer to count your steps is one of the cheapest and easiest ways available to i...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Is a heart rate monitor right for you?
- Exercise equipment, like Bowflex, Body by Jake etc., has advanced dramatically over the last 10 years. With the new technology, you can run on your treadmill at home and then slide it under your bed as a space saver. As a matter of fact, you can go to the, choose a program that will do just about everything for you, except exercise for you. Even with the smarter machines, more people still are not...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Cheap elliptical trainers - what you dont know can cost you big time
- Should you ever consider purchasing a cheap elliptical trainer? It's my position that you should purchase the best elliptical trainer that your budget allows. The elliptical trainers that I recommend all retail above $1000. Some of these are above $2000. No question, this is a substantial sum for most people, but you should keep in mind that this is an investment in your long term health and fitne...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to build a $100 home gym that delivers results
- So you want to save valuable time traveling to the gym by building your own home gym. Do to the long hours worked, and strenuous commutes, more and more people are opting to squeeze there workouts in by exercising in the comfort of their own homes.There are many advantages to creating your very own home gym. It is shown that people who have home gym equipment in their homes tend to exercise...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Use of lifting belts during strength training workouts
- The decision of whether to use a lifting belt during exercise should be guided by the following information:As mentioned in an earlier article on lower back pain, the deep stabilizing muscles of the lumbo-pelvic region (core) are suspected as having a "drum forming" effect ? that is the muscles contract simultaneously in a reflex (no conscious thought required in people without ba...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Whirlpool baths: the way to good health
- For hundreds of years, mankind has recognised the soothing, remedial effects of bathing. Several decades ago the medical profession acknowledged the benefits of hydrotherapy and began to prescribe the use of whirlpool baths as an effective treatment of many common physical ailments, a course of action that is now often used in clinics and hospitals around the world.Hydro massage relieves th...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How trampolines can be used in competition
- The first competitions were held in colleges and schools in the USA and then in Europe, with the first World Championships being held in London in 1964. Kurt Baechler of Switzerland and Ted Blake of England were the European pioneers and the first ever televised National Championships were in England in 1958.Soon after the first World Championships, the inaugural meeting of prominent trampo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Heart rate monitors - an overview
- A heart rate monitor is a device that allows users of exercise machines to check their heart rate whilst training. It usually consists of two elements, a wrist receiver and a chest strap. The chest strap uses electrodes to monitor your heart rate, and if the device is connected to your exercise machine, its console will show your heart rate to you. Wrist receivers usually come in the forms of watc...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - A natural history of trampolines
- Walrus skins - It has been said that the first type of trampolining was done by the Eskimos who used to toss each other up into the air on a Walrus skin; something like the sheet used by firemen to catch people jumping out of the windows of houses which were on fire. In Anchorage Airport, Alaska, there are postcards depicting the Eskimos being tossed up in a Walrus skin.There also is some e...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Whats the best way to care for your trampoline?
- Your trampoline can be an expensive item, so it's important to properly care for it. Here's some useful tips :* Don't Let Kids sit/stand or play with the frame pads. The pad is a preventive in case the kids land too close to the frame.* Don't use chemicals to clean your frame pads.* Don't tie your pads too tight. In case of strong winds, it can pull up the pads and therefore p...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Do you know the history of trampolines as exercise equipment?
- The manufactured trampoline, as we know it today, was created by two men, George Nissen and Larry Griswold. Around 1935, Griswold, then the assistant gymnastics coach at the University of Iowa, and Nissen, a tumbler on the University of Iowa gymnastics team, "made regular jaunts to Bloomington, Illinois where numerous circus people had their winter homes.Among them were the "Flying Wards", ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Blood pressure monitor - is youre blood pressure ok?
- The focus on reducing high blood pressure in today's society is more so then ever now we now know that living with a high blood pressure can result in having a stroke or a fatal heart attack.High blood pressure is the most common cardiovascular disease amongst the older generation aged 60 plus ? high blood pressure actually effects 2 in 3 in those aged 70 or above and often comes without wa...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 5 ways to get the most from your home gym
- A home gym can help you build muscle, produce an attractive body, rev up a sluggish metabolism and shave years off your age.If you choose wisely, you'll have all the tools you need to accomplish these goals (and more). But not everyone knows where to start or how to get the most from a home gym.When clients ask me about buying home gym equipment, here are 5 things I tell them to get ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Spare a thought for redundant exercise machines
- I have an exercise machine that I've used once. Did I hear you say 'Me too'?Hey, I'm not proud of that, but I make this revelation with more confidence today than I would have done yesterday.Why?Well, last night I was watching a TV programme about us - the public - and our attitude to exercise.Guess what?I am not alone.In fact, the presenter went down one ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Treadmills prove health concerns are no longer an excuse not to exercise
- Walking has long been praised for its health benefits. It is a simple, easy workout that provides great results. That makes treadmills an ideal piece of exercise equipment. There are no special moves to learn to make it complicated. You already know how to walk, so using the treadmill is no problem. For people with health concerns using a treadmill for exercise is a good option.Having back ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Who else knows these facts about trampolines
- "El trampolino" was the Mexican word for "diving board", and one of the many words in common usage, which was once actually trademarked as "trampoline".The first gold medal awarded in Olympic trampoline competition, went to Irina Karavaeva, of Russia. The event, which took place at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney, Australia, was witnessed by George Nissen, the 86 year-old inventor of the trampo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Boost your health by choosing the perfect treadmill
- Treadmills are very popular methods of exercise. These exercise machines have been helping people lose weight and get in shape for many years now. Buying a treadmill is not hard but if you have ever done it, you know that it can be expensive. It is an investment you will greatly benefit from but you need to choose carefully before you buy. There are many reasons why you would choose a treadmill fo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Who says you can?t use commercial treadmills at home?
- Commercial treadmills are the machines that you see in gyms and fitness centers. Although they are more expensive than the brands sold for use as home gym equipment, there is no reason why you can't have commercial treadmills for use at home. One of the premier names in the manufacture of commercial fitness equipment is Precor and many of the features of these machines are very attractive to users...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Start moving with manual treadmills
- Although manual treadmills are much cheaper than motorized treadmills, and are quite popular, they do not have many of the features that people like to see on their exercise equipment. You do get a good workout from manual treadmills, but you also have to supply all the power needed to get them going. Your lower body gets the really good workout that you need to strengthen your leg muscles and glu...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Why smooth treadmills are among the best
- Smooth is one of the better-known brands of fitness equipment. Smooth manufactures treadmills from high quality materials and premium components. You can find Smooth treadmills to fit any budget and lifestyle and the company receives high ratings among users and consumer groups. Smooth treadmills are offered at factory direct prices and you will receive professional, courteous customer service. Sm...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Treadmill review - how to find the best treadmill at the best price
- When shopping for a treadmill, it is important to know the facts in advance. Sales and advertised specials will not always assure that you get the best price on a high quality treadmill. There are many different brands and types of treadmill and finding the one that will best suit your needs can be frustrating, especially when you consider how many different features and functions are available. P...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Target your personal training zone with startrac treadmills
- StarTrac treadmills offer high quality and numerous features. Consumers generally rate StarTrac among the best treadmills available. StarTrac treadmills offer a prominent display and easy to use features. StarTrac treadmills give you the ability to target your personal training zone, program your training selections, and record your distance, time, speed, and number of laps. Some StarTrac models f...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Proform - the highly recognized name in treadmills
- Proform is a highly recognized name in treadmills. Proform has been around for many years and is a subsidiary of the same company that manufactures Nordic Track and Reebok. Proform treadmills get varying reviews from users. Some people are very satisfied with the performance and quality of their Proform treadmill while others insist they lack in quality and longevity. The most common reason Profor...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Life fitness equipment for every type of workout
- Life Fitness equipment is among the best in the world. Life Fitness is a global company specializing in superior fitness equipment that is designed to provide you with a complete body workout and give you quality construction that is unsurpassed in the fitness industry. Professional athletes, military personnel, health clubs, and Olympic medalists can all attest to the superb design and effectiven...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Finding the best home gyms - which is right for you?
- There are many brands and styles of home gyms available to you. While there may be some brands that provide equal quality and styling to the top brand names, here are some brief reviews of the better-known home gyms that will assist you in making your decision as to which may the best for you:Bowflex is among the top names in fitness equipment. Infomercials and advertisements give consumers...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - What you should know about epic treadmills
- Epic is a well-known manufacturer of budget priced treadmills. Epic treadmills are competitive in the lower priced treadmills that can be purchased from various manufacturers. Epic provides average quality treadmills in their price range, but Epic does not compare with the higher priced treadmills as far as durability and available features. There are several different models that are produced by ...