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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Choosing an elliptical cross trainer
- Elliptical cross trainers have been around for several years and their popularity grows continually. Elliptical cross trainers give you an impact-free, complete workout that seems less stressful than with other types of fitness equipment. You will expend just as much energy using an elliptical cross trainer, but you will feel as if you are not working quite as hard due to the minimal impact on the...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - What to look for when shopping for an elliptical trainer
- When shopping for an elliptical trainer, it can be confusing to know which brands are the best. The best elliptical trainers contain a number a features and functions and are available in a wide price range depending on your individual needs. Elliptical trainers are manufactured by the top names in fitness equipment and by lesser-known companies. Finding the best elliptical trainer will depend on ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Aerobic equipment - find the best deals on the best equipment
- The benefits of aerobic exercise are well documented. Aerobic exercise is defined as any number of activities that use the large muscle groups and force the heart and lungs to work harder than while at rest. There are two basic types of aerobic exercise, high impact and low impact. Whichever type of aerobic exercise you choose, there are various types of equipment that can be of great benefit to y...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Experience the smooth ride of true treadmills
- True treadmills are one of the top of the line treadmills for home or commercial fitness equipment. Exceptional standards of excellence go into the manufacture of each treadmill and each one is tested before it leaves the factory floor. These treadmills are not only respected for their quality and durability, but the affordable price tag is an added bonus. There are six models to choose from when ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Treadmill reviews ? get the most value for your dollar
- As the number one fitness machines available, treadmills are very popular at fitness locations and as home exercise equipment. Most consumers like to read treadmill reviews before they make a purchase in order to get the best value for their money. You may see many brands and models of treadmills advertised on television, but the advertisement may not be entirely accurate. Everything works well on...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - What?s the big deal about treadmill ratings?
- If you're contemplating buying a treadmill and you don't know which brand is the best one to buy, treadmill ratings would be of great benefit to you. You can read what consumers have to say about each brand and model of treadmill on the market and find out the safety statistics regarding each one. The treadmill ratings usually give details about the features such as a heart rate monitor or whether...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Can i lose weight with an elliptical trainer?
- Many people begin a fitness program to lose weight. Sure, they may add that they want to be healthier by lowering their blood pressure or dropping their cholesterol number, but the real incentive is to loose pounds and inches in order to look better. Nothing wrong with that at all!So now that we've identified what our goal is from a fitness program the next question is: "what's the best exe...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - What are the main benefits of trampoline exercise?
- Many people might look at someone bouncing on a trampoline and wonder what all the excitement is about. But the truth is, trampolines are great for physical fitness of children and adults, as well as for influencing other things such as balance.Trampolines are used regularly by athletes who skate, dance, dive, or do gymnastics. That's because bouncing on a trampoline takes more than just th...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - What to look for when buying a home gym
- When buying a home gym there are several things you will want to educate yourself on before making a final purchase in order to ensure you buy the best home gym for you and your family. While there are many things you will need to consider, your budget, goals, space, and personal needs are some of the most important topics to keep in mind. Evaluate all of these points before you start shopping for...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to pick the right pair of running shoes
- Are you ready to start a new healthy habit of running or a seasoned runner looking to replace an old pair of shoes? Either way, it is very important to buy the right pair of shoes for you ? not necessarily the ones that are the most technically advanced or on the sale rack!At least for me, it is so tempting to hit the sale rack when I begin my search for new shoes. It kills me to spend anym...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Daily treadmill workouts are a great way to keep in shape
- Serious runners and walkers eventually turn to treadmill workouts so that they can exercise safely and conveniently at any time of day or night in their own homes. Fitness experts agree that one of the best ways to get in shape and stay that way is by running or walking every day, but the reality is that it isn't always safe or practical to do so on "the open road." If your free time is in the ear...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The reebok elliptical - a brief review
- When considering the Reebok Elliptical for your workout, there are a few things that you should be aware of.The Reebok elliptical is a fairly large machine with mostly independent parts. This can make it difficult for you to do the maintenance and repairs on your own. Other than the fact that the Reebok elliptical can become noisy after regular use, you will have little trouble with this ma...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Calories burned on an elliptical trainer
- If you're trying to choose between an elliptical trainer and another piece of exercise equipment like a treadmill or an exercise bike, one of the most popular questions is'How many calories can I burn with an elliptical trainer?'You want to get the most bang for your exercise buck - that's understandable. Here are some calories burned estimates for elliptical workouts - and several t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The 4 most common attributes of a quality treadmill
- With all the marketing hype consumers are facing today, it's quite hard to differentiate a quality treadmill from an inferior treadmill. That's why I researched on what quality treadmills have that inferior treadmills don't. This article, The 4 Most Common Attributes of a Quality Treadmill, was the result of that research.The traits below are vital to a treadmill's performance and are the t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Treadmill vs. elliptical -- whos in the lead?
- See ya later stationary bikes and row, row, rowing to no where!Elliptical trainers have over taken stationary bikes in popularity with the gym-going population and have long since left rowing machines back at the dock. This is evidenced by gym operators reducing the number of stationary bikes and rowing machines in their facilities to make way for newer varieties of elliptical traine...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Assembling elliptical trainers -- what you must know for a trouble-free experience
- It's not rocket science, but...One thing that you may not be aware of, is that regardless of where you purchase your elliptical trainer, you will need to put the thing together yourself. Some merchants provide in-home assembly for an additional charge, but in most cases it's just you and a packet full of nuts and bolts.No need to get too stressed out about it though. If you ha...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Gazelle cross trainer pro
- Fitness guru, Tony Little, designed the Gazelle Cross Trainer Pro. This fitness machine is one of his latest models of Gazelle trainers. It was designed to offer an aerobic style work out that provides both upper and lower body muscle toning.This resistance-training machine is great for strength training too. It is effective for all levels of fitness and it offers a low impact work out, so ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Elliptical trainer reviews
- Elliptical Trainers are becoming a very popular piece of fitness equipment. They are designed for all types and levels of fitness. They offer a low impact work out due to the way the machine is designed.The elliptical machine combines the movement of cross-country skiing and bicycling and rolls it into one smooth motion without the high impact of surface-to-surface connection to the ankles,...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Do elliptical machines work?
- In today's fitness minded society, people are trying new fitness equipment that comes out on the market every day. There are a growing number of machines that target one or more of the bodies muscle groups. One piece of fitness equipment that is growing in popularity is the elliptical trainer. The question is: Do Elliptical Machines work?Studies show that they are one of the most effective ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Commercial elliptical machines
- With the fitness craze that is going on in the world today, the elliptical trainer is becoming more and more popular in the average household. A person needs to do some research and decide what their personal needs are and then execute a purchase from there.The elliptical trainer is a complex machine that burns fat and calories with a low impact workout. It is designed to provide a smooth, ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Cheap clearance elliptical trainers
- Purchasing a cheap clearance elliptical trainer can prove to be a risky investment. The elliptical trainer is a complex fitness machine that provides a variety of fitness levels to offer a low impact work out. For this reason, the elliptical trainer must be durable and well built. The elliptical trainer mirrors running and walking somewhat like a treadmill, however the difference is that instead o...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Mobility scooters: an introduction
- Mobility scooters are designed for people who have some mobility but are challenged by slopes or distances. A wide variety of mobility scooters, in various price ranges, are available to fit your needs from leading manufacturers such as Invacare, Pride, Sunrise Medical and Drive Medical. Mobility scooters come in a number of styles which can accommodate a wide range of user needs. When selecting a...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Home sweet treadmill
- For those of you trying to stay in shape or shed a few pounds (who isn't?) there are tons of resources. Perhaps you think there's nothing better than outdoor sports to burn up the calories as you feel those wonderful endorphins kicking in.But what if it's winter and you're snowbound? What if you live, as I do, in the Southeast, where it seems that it's either too hot and humid for outdoor e...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Handy consumer guide best buy treadmill evaluators
- Consumer Search is an online forum that basically reviews the consumer guide best buy treadmill reviewers. The site takes a look at each treadmill reviewer and evaluates the usefulness of the consumer guide best buy treadmill review.Consumer Search looked at, for instance, at Consumer Reports. The Consumer Search evaluation of this helpful buying guide is positive. Explaining Consumer Repor...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The epic t60 treadmill rocks
- The Epic T60 treadmill, an economical choice for both running and walking exercise, is available only to Costco members. This members-only discount warehouse retail specialist has locations all over the globe - 37 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, 65 warehouses in Canada, 16 in the U.K, 25 in Mexico, 5 each in Japan and Korea, and 4 in Taiwan.Icon Health and Fitness Inc. is the manufacturer of the ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - What is a heart treadmill?
- A heart treadmill, used by physicians to determine their patients' heart health, is not always an accurate cardiac problem indicator, according to some studies.While a heart treadmill can tell if men with no current heart difficulties may be destined for cardiovascular episodes somewhere in their future, it may not be a good test of heart troubles in women. Because the heart-related events ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Horizon elite treadmills
- Horizon Elite treadmills, a series of high quality fitness products, are manufactured by Horizon Fitness of DeForest Wisconsin. Horizon Elite treadmills are extremely durable, high-end performers created with the committed athlete in mind.If you're considering Horizon Elite for your exercise regimen you have five treadmill choices, all of which offer the feather light easy fold-away lift sy...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Ironman triad treadmill
- The Ironman Triad treadmill is a made-in-Taiwan exercise demon that retails for close to $3000. Its motor, a continuous duty 3 hp model, provides running enthusiasts with 15 different programs. You can set up an automatic heart rate program, choose from 2 manual settings, from 4 programs that are pre-set for you, or customize up to 8 programs of your own design. The Ironman triad treadmill can tol...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Pacemaster treadmill reviews
- Runner's World, a magazine for athletes who are serious about their exercise, includes Pacemaster treadmill reviews in its repertoire of sporting information, One of the latest evaluations included as part of its Pacemaster treadmill reviews is that of the Pacemaster ProElite.This treadmill, retailing at over $2000, offers a 3 hp motor, a noteworthy maximum speed of 12 mph, an incline of up...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Pro-form 765i interactive trainer treadmill
- For under $1000 you can purchase the Pro-Form 765i interactive trainer treadmill. This 150-pound exercise dynamo, a product of ProForm Fitness Equipment, has a running track 60 inches long and 30 inches wide. Pro-Form 765i features are vast. They include 5 workout CDs designed to enhance your workout experience. Just pop the CD into the treadmill's interactive player bay and you've transformed you...