Natural motion meets ingenuity with the Precor EFX 5.17i elliptical trainer. The Precor EFX 5.17i elliptical trainer is outfitted with Precor's CrossRamp technology, which is fully adjustable from 12 to 25 degrees. This helps the crosstrainer efficiently isolate and work your glutes, quads, hamstrings, and calves, a key to effective aerobic exercise. In fact, studies indicate that elliptical crosstrainers yield greater lower-body benefits than stairclimbers, stationary bikes, or treadmills, making them ideal for both casual users and athletes in training. In addition, crosstrainers minimize the impact on your joints and lower back, inviting you to exercise more vigorously and burn more calories.

The Precor EFX 5.17i elliptical trainer is a breeze to use thanks to the comprehensive membrane console, which offers intuitive keystroke sequencing, multiple feedback options, large LED displays, and accompanying graphics. The Precor EFX 5.17i elliptical trainer also offers plenty of workout variety, with up four programs and 20 resistance levels to help keep your routines fresh and challenging. Regardless of your fitness level, you'll find a workout that's right for you. And should you need to maintain your balance during the workout or adjust your position, you can grab the ergonomically correct handrails, which are tall enough for users of any height. Other details include a single-button QuickStart feature, a 19-inch stride length, and a powder-coated steel frame.

The Precor EFX 5.17i elliptical trainer--which measures 30 by 63 by 75 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 197 pounds--carries a 10-year warranty.

Specifications:

- Length: 75 inches (190 cm)
- Width: 30 inches (75 cm)
-Height: 63 inches (157 cm)
- Weight: 197 pounds (89 kg)
- Shipping Weight: 247 pounds (112 kg)
- Power: 120VAC, 50/60Hz, 1.7 Amps, 140 Watts
- CrossRamp: 12 - 25 degrees adjustable
- Stride Length: 19 inches (48 cm)
- Frame: Powder-coated steel.

Proving that an upright bike doesn't have to be an uptight bike, the Diamondback Fitness 500Ub upright exercise bike is a beautiful blend of form and function. The 500Ub--which takes up far less space than most competing bikes--is equipped with an efficient eddy current brake system that provides up to 16 levels of resistance. As a result, it's easy to find the perfect resistance level for your needs, whether you want to warm up before hitting the weights or challenge yourself with a serious cardio burn. The precisely padded seat, meanwhile, is ergonomically configured to disperse your weight evenly, with flexible panels to reduce pressure and eliminate numbness. Add in a set of self-leveling pedals with adjustable straps and you have a terrific workout accessory for people who want to burn calories without compromising their knees and ankles.

The Diamondback Fitness 500Ub upright exercise bike offers plenty of workout flexibility, with an easy-to-read console that supports several different program types, including manual, random, fat-burning intervals, glute max hill climb, target heart rate, and custom trainer. It's also a breeze to track your workout progress thanks to the blue backlit LCD, which displays your time, pulse, calories, intensity level, RPM, speed, distance, and watts. And no workout is complete without a little motivational music, with is why the Diamondback Fitness 500Ub upright exercise bike comes with a set of built-in speakers and a plug-in jack for your MP3 player. Once you're plugged in, you can listen to your favorite playlists and tune out the rest of the world as you cycle through the imaginary hillsides.

Other Diamondback Fitness 500Ub upright exercise bike features include contact pulse sensors in the handgrips for reading your heart rate, an accessory holder on the console for magazines or books, a built-in Smart Fan, and a weight capacity of 275 pounds. The 500Ub measures 39 by 60 by 20 inches (W x H x D), weighs 85 pounds, and carries the following warranties: limited lifetime on the frame and brake, three years on parts and electronics, and one year on labor.

The Diamondback Fitness 960Sr recumbent step-through exercise bike puts you in the driver's seat when it comes to getting fit. The Diamondback Fitness 960Sr recumbent step-through exercise bike--which includes many of the most sought-after features on the market--is equipped with an electronically controlled eddy current brake (ECB) system that provides up to 16 levels of resistance. As a result, it's easy to find the perfect resistance level for your needs, whether you want to warm up before hitting the weights or challenge yourself with a serious cardio burn. The exclusive Comfort Plus seat, meanwhile, includes a quick-release locking mechanism to create whole new levels of stability and comfort. Add in the easygoing step-through frame, which is ideal for people who are rehabbing from injury or who find traditional upright bikes uncomfortable, and you have a terrific workout accessory for the home.

The Diamondback Fitness 960Sr recumbent step-through exercise bike offers plenty of workout flexibility, with an easy-to-read console that supports several different program types, including manual, random, interval, hill, strength, target HR, and HR interval. The variety not only keeps your attitude fresh, but it also makes your overall training regimen more efficient by challenging your body in different ways. It's also a breeze to track your workout progress thanks to the five data displays, which show your time, pulse, calories burned, watts, speed, distance, resistance level, and RPM. And users who are monitoring their workouts for maximum efficiency will appreciate the dual heart rate options: a Polar-compatible heart rate receiver that straps to the chest and handgrips with built-in heart rate contacts.

Other Diamondback Fitness 960Sr recumbent step-through exercise bike features include a built-in reading rack and accessories holder, a heavy-duty steel frame with an anti-rust powder coating, a sealed ball bearing in the bottom bracket, and a weight capacity of 325 pounds. The 960Sr measures 64 by 51 by 31 inches (W x H x D) and carries the following warranties: lifetime on the frame, three years on parts, and one year on labor.

Sit in the lap of luxury while riding your way to fitness with the Diamondback 500Sr step-through recumbent exercise bike. The Diamondback 500Sr step-through recumbent exercise bike--which includes many of the most sought-after features on the market--is equipped with an efficient eddy current brake system that provides up to 16 levels of resistance. As a result, it's easy to find the perfect resistance level for your needs, whether you want to warm up before hitting the weights or challenge yourself with a serious cardio burn. The exclusive Comfort-Plus extra-wide seat, meanwhile, teams with the molded backrest to create whole new levels of stability and comfort. Add in the easygoing step-thru frame, which is ideal for people who are rehabbing from injury or who find traditional upright bikes uncomfortable, and you have a terrific workout accessory for the home.

The Diamondback 500Sr step-through recumbent exercise bike offers plenty of workout flexibility, with an easy-to-read console that supports several different program types, including manual, fat-burning intervals, glute max hill climb, target heart rate, and custom trainer. The latter program is particularly valuable over the long term, as it lets you vary your workout depending on your mood. This not only keeps your attitude fresh, but it also makes your overall training regimen more efficient by challenging your body in different ways. It's also a breeze to track your workout progress thanks to the blue backlit LCD, which displays your time, pulse, calories, intensity level, RPM, speed, distance, and watts. And no workout is complete without a little motivational music, with is why the Diamondback 500Sr step-through recumbent exercise bike comes with a set of built-in speakers and a plug-in jack for your MP3 player. Once you're plugged in, you can listen to your favorite playlists and tune out the rest of the world as you cycle through the imaginary hillsides.

Other features include contact pulse sensors in the handgrips for reading your heart rate, an accessory holder on the console for magazines or books, a built-in Smart Fan, and a weight capacity of 275 pounds. The 500Sr measures 67 by 31 by 12.5 inches (W x H x D), weighs 119 pounds, and carries the following warranties: limited lifetime on the frame and brake, three years on parts and electronics, and one year on labor.

Offering many of the bells and whistles as commercial-quality trainers but at a fraction of the price, the Diamondback Fitness 500Ef elliptical trainer is an excellent choice for home workout enthusiasts. Diamondback elliptical trainers deliver a smooth, natural leg stride and a consistent push/pull arm action, which combine to help you sculpt your legs, strengthen your arms, and improve your overall body tone. Elliptical machines are also popular for cardiovascular training, as they provide a low-impact alternative to walking and running. The Diamondback Fitness 500Ef elliptical trainer's most fundamental feature is its manually controlled eddy current brake (ECB) resistance system, which provides eight levels of manual tension adjustment. As a result, you can change your workout intensity quickly and easily, enjoying light resistance when you're warming up and heavy resistance when you really want to challenge yourself.

The Diamondback Fitness 500Ef elliptical trainer also includes a six-window, battery-powered LCD console that tracks your time, distance, and heart rate. And it's easy to challenge yourself thanks to the variety of workout options, including target time, target distance, target heart rate, and heart rate recovery test. Other features include a hand-pulse heart rate monitoring system, a 24-pound flywheel that ensures an extra-smooth and natural pedaling motion, dual-action handrails, a compact footprint that takes up a minimum of space, a 275-pound weight capacity, and a built-in reading rack and water bottle holder.

The Diamondback Fitness 500Ef elliptical trainer--which doesn't need to be located near an outlet thanks to its manually powered resistance system--measures 53 by 63 by 31 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 145 pounds. It also carries the following warranties: limited lifetime on the frame and brake, three years on parts and electronics, and one year on labor.

Enjoy top-of-the-line features, technology, and comfort while working out in the home with the Diamondback Fitness 1260Ef elliptical trainer. The Diamondback Fitness 1260Ef elliptical trainer is equipped with an electronically controlled magnetic brake that provides 20 levels of smooth, fluid resistance. As a result, it's easy to find the perfect resistance level for your needs, whether you want to warm up before hitting the weights or challenge yourself with a serious cardio burn. Plus, elliptical trainers offer a diverse, efficient workout, with a smooth, natural leg stride and a consistent push/pull arm action combining to sculpt your legs, strengthen your arms, and improve your overall body tone. Elliptical machines are also popular for cardiovascular training, as they provide a low-impact alternative to walking and running.

The Diamondback Fitness 1260Ef elliptical trainer offers plenty of workout flexibility, with a cutting-edge console that supports 13 preset programs, including manual, random, interval, hill climb, sprint, target HR, HR interval, fat burner, HR hill, cardio, glute burner, quad builder, and total trainer. It's also a breeze to track your workout progress thanks to the multiple data displays, which show your time, segment time, watts, intensity level, incline, percentage of max HR, calories burned, calories per minutes, speed, pulse, RPM, and distance. And users who are monitoring their workouts for maximum efficiency will appreciate the dual heart rate options: a Polar-compatible heart rate receiver that straps to the chest and handgrips with built-in heart rate contacts. Other features include a built-in reading rack, a 19-inch stride length, a welded heavy-gauge steel frame with an anti-rust powder coating, sealed ball bearings and permanently lubricated polymer bearings, Krayton rubber comfort grips, a green LED dot matrix profile, and a weight capacity of 325 pounds.

The Diamondback Fitness 1260Ef elliptical trainer measures 69.5 x 65 x 27.5 inches (W x H x D), weighs 245 pounds, and carries the following warranties: limited lifetime on the frame and brake, three years on parts and electronics, and one year on labor.

The feature-packed Diamondback Fitness 960Ef elliptical trainer offers the same patented linkage design as the company's top-line model but for a more affordable price, making it a terrific choice for home workout enthusiasts. The Diamondback Fitness 960Ef elliptical trainer is built around an eddy current brake (ECB) resistance system, which offers a total of 16 resistance levels. As a result, you can change your workout intensity quickly and easily, enjoying light resistance when you're warming up and heavy resistance when you really want to challenge yourself. Plus, elliptical trainers offer a diverse, efficient workout, with a smooth, natural leg stride and a consistent push/pull arm action combining to sculpt your legs, strengthen your arms, and improve your overall body tone. Elliptical machines are also popular for cardiovascular training, as they provide a low-impact alternative to walking and running.

The Diamondback Fitness 960Ef elliptical trainer offers plenty of workout flexibility, with an easy-to-read console that supports several different program types, including manual, random, interval, hill, strength, target HR, and HR interval. It's also a breeze to track your workout progress thanks to the five data displays, which show your time, pulse, calories burned, watts, speed, distance, resistance level, and RPM. And users who are monitoring their workouts for maximum efficiency will appreciate the dual heart rate options: a Polar-compatible heart rate receiver that straps to the chest and handgrips with built-in heart rate contacts. Other features include a built-in reading rack, an 18-inch stride length, a welded heavy-gauge steel frame with an anti-rust powder coating, sealed ball bearings and permanently lubricated polymer bearings, Krayton rubber comfort grips, and a weight capacity of 300 pounds.

The Diamondback Fitness 960Ef elliptical trainer measures 69.5 x 65 x 27.5 inches (W x H x D), weighs 245 pounds, and carries the following warranties: limited lifetime on the frame and brake, three years on parts and electronics, and one year on labor.

The Abs Diet Workout has been enjoying favorable reactions from many users, and it's easy to see why, as "host" and fitness trainer Tom Holland has designed a regimen that's brisk, efficient, thorough, and fun. Disregard the hype that calls it "a way of life" instead of simply a diet or exercise program. On the other hand, Holland's claim that The Abs Diet Workout will increase metabolism and help lose fat and build muscle is very likely true, assuming one dutifully does the exercises and follows the diet guidelines and menus as directed.

The exercise portion offers a brief warmup (running in place, jumping jacks, simulated jump rope), followed by a choice of three abdominal routines; the latter vary in difficulty from beginner to advanced, but all three are designed to work the upper, lower, and oblique abs, as well as the transverse abdominis muscle and the lower back. The "circuit training" portion also has three options, each including squats, lunges, quad and hamstring stretches, pushups, and various exercises for the arms (the use of dumbbells is recommended). Add to that an extensive list of recipes for a diet plan that includes three meals and three snacks per day, and you've got pretty much everything you need for a comprehensive program designed to yield noticeable results in a matter of weeks.

In survey after survey, men and women say that a flat abdomen is the ultimate symbol of sex appeal. And in study after study, researchers found that getting a firm belly is the single most significant step anyone can take to stay healthy for life. Now available in paperback, The Abs Diet for Women shows the most effective way to a flat belly, a firm body, and a much better life.

Packed with information developed exclusively for women, the book includes:

-information on how the Abs Diet can prevent joint pain, improve female sexual response, and give a woman the flat belly she craves in just six weeks,
-Abs Diet adaptations to tailor the diet to each woman’s individual needs
-psychological strategies for dealing with obstacles and changing moods,
-3 weeks’ worth of all-new meal plans,
-tips on managing menopausal symptoms without hormone replacement therapy,
-new and super-effective moves that incorporate yoga and Pilates to strenghten the core, stretch the body, and relieve stress—plus a postpartum workout to help moms lose the baby weight.

Easy to follow and more satisfying than a great-fitting pair of jeans, The Abs Diet for Women is the most effective way for a woman to change her health, her size, and her body for good.

With The Eat-Clean Diet, the diet that fitness professionals rely on, readers will transform themselves from sluggish, exhausted and overweight to energetic, lean and fabulous! Just like the author and cover girl Tosca Reno did when she was sixty pounds overweight, readers will discover how to make their bodies burn fat while eating tons of food. We've all seen the fitness professionals on the covers of magazines and wished we could look like them. The truth is, they are real people. Just like you, they had to figure out how to get their bodies to look like that. And they all came to the same conclusion: Eat Clean! So who better to write a book on the subject than formerly overweight fitness diva and mother of three, Tosca Reno? Tosca shows you how to lose over sixty pounds, like she did, or just that last ten. When you read The Eat-Clean Diet you will: Rev up your metabolism to burn more fat -faster!; Lose weight quickly and easily; Never go hungry; Eat all food groups: protein and carbs and fat; Eat five to seven meals a day; Receive Eat-Clean recipes with color photos; Have more energy than you ever dreamed possible; Stay lean forever never worry about dieting again!

Following are the page numbers that comprise the expanded portion and a summary of the additions:

·Page 16 - Enlarged Body Beautiful formula
·Page 17 - A full page of Gluten Free clean eating tips
·Page 24 & 25 - Vegetarian Clean Eating
·Pages 101 - 104 - Further explanations & instruction for the "cooler plans" with more food suggestions
·Page 110 - 117- An entire chapter - "Men Can Eat Clean Too"
·Page 169 - More information on supplements with the removal of any suggestion that supplements are recommended by Tosca - this is an information list only
·Page 182 - Meal plan for "cooler plan 1" with grocery list
·Page 184 - 192 - Family - Gluten Free - Vegetarian meal plans with a grocery list for each
·Page 194 - Food tracker for daily intake control
·Page 252 - 265 - A new section of frequently asked questions illustrated with success story pictures.

Blast cellulite with a powerful, effective three-step program.

Every woman dreads it. But most women even thin women, have it. Massage systems, topical creams, and going off caffeine won't budge cellulite, and dieting usually doesn't reduce it either. At last, The Cellulite Solution contains a simple three-pronged program that actually works to reduce dimpling.

Drawing on thirty-five years of clinical experience, Dr. Murad has developed a cellulite-slaying method that is effective for woman of any age, no matter how severe their cellulite problem is. A triad of nutritional direction, lifestyle changes, and topical treatments combines to both prevent and get rid of cellulite.
Follow Dr. Murad's program and you'll see "cottage cheese thighs" reduced and you'll notice smoother skin all over as your cells are replenished and plumped by water. Dr. Murad explains his complete water principle and why cell hydration-which is essential to healthy and young-looking skin-can't come from drinking water alone. As a bonus, Dr. Murad's program also reduces stretch marks!

Complete with a detailed eating plan and specific recommendations for supplements as well as external skin care, The Cellulite Solution is the magic formula you've been looking for to banish the most stubborn beauty problem women face today.

Horizon is part of Johnson Health Tech, one of the largest manufacturers of fitness equipment in the world. The company is committed to designing, engineering, and manufacturing superior products for health clubs and homes. Horizon's manufacturing facilities rank among the most sophisticated in the industry, with an intricate mix of robotics and skilled workers that maintain the highest standards of accuracy and quality. Every stage of manufacturing undergoes a testing phase, and 10 percent of Horizon's products go through a rigorous quality inspection that includes completely taking them apart and reassembling them.

The Horizon Fitness T93 Treadmill is built around a durable 2.5-horsepower continuous-duty motor, similar to the type found in premium health clubs. The result is a smooth and powerful performance at all speeds, with the ability to run quieter and longer while generating plenty of power for a long workout. The Horizon Fitness T93 Treadmill is no slouch from a feature perspective, either, with 14-plus workout programs to help you focus on your goals, including 12-plu open-ended programs and two custom programs. Add in a speed range of 0.5 to 12 miles per hour, an elevation range of 0 to 12 percent, and ComfortSelect adjustable cushioning and you have a robust, comfortable treadmill that excels in any environment.

The Horizon Fitness T93 Treadmill control console, meanwhile, emphasizes simplicity, with logical control locations and three convenient orange backlit LCD screens that offer key feedback on your workout. The Horizon Fitness T93 Treadmill is also easy to store thanks to Horizon's exclusive FeatherLight lift system, which incorporates two hydraulic shocks to assist you when raising and lowering the deck. Other details include contact heart rate grips, built-in Vortex cooling fans, an MP3 port with speakers and audio in/out jacks, and a 20-by-55-inch running area.

Treadmill Features:

- Motor: 2.25-horsepower continuous-duty motor
- Speed range: 0.5 to 10 miles per hour
- Elevation range: 0 to 10 percent
- Running area: 20 x 55 inches
- Belt: 1.6 mm, two-ply
- Cushion system: ComfortSelect adjustable cushioning
- Folding system: FeatherLight lift system
- Screen: 3 orange backlit LCD displays
- Programs: 13
- Program type: Choose from 3 goals and 4 terrains that can be modified at any point during workout, plus 2 custom programs
- Weight capacity: 325 pounds
- Dimensions: 34 x 62 x 71 inches (L x W x H)
- Weight: 209 pounds
- Warranties: Lifetime on frame and motor; 1 year on parts and labor.

Enjoy a vigorous workout in the comfort of your own home with the Horizon Fitness T91 treadmill. The Horizon Fitness T91 Treadmill is built around a durable 2.0-horsepower continuous-duty motor, similar to the type found in premium health clubs. The result is a smooth and powerful performance at all speeds, with the ability to run quieter and longer while generating plenty of power for a long workout. The Horizon Fitness T91 Treadmill is no slouch from a feature perspective, either, with nine workout programs to help you focus on your goals, including manual, intervals, and rolling hills. Add in a speed range of 0.5 to 10 miles per hour, an elevation range of 0 to 10 percent, and AeroSoft air cell cushioning and you have a robust, comfortable treadmill that excels in any environment.

The Horizon control console, meanwhile, emphasizes simplicity, with logical control locations and convenient orange backlit LCD screens that offer key feedback on your workout. The T91 is also easy to store thanks to Horizon's exclusive FeatherLight lift system, which incorporates two hydraulic shocks to assist you when raising and lowering the deck. Other details include contact heart rate grips, a 20-by-50-inch running area, and a 275-pound weight capacity.

Treadmill Features:

- Motor: 2.0-horsepower continuous-duty motor
- Speed range: 0.5 to 10 miles per hour
- Elevation range: 0 to 10 percent
- Running area: 20 x 50 inches
- Belt: 1.6 mm, two-ply
- Cushion system: ComfortZone air cell
- Folding system: FeatherLight lift system with hydraulic shocks
- Screen: 1 orange backlit LCD display
- Programs: 9
- Program types: Choose from 1 of 3 different goals (time, distance, calories) and 1 of 3 terrains (manual, intervals, and hills)
- Weight capacity: 275 pounds
- Dimensions: 34 x 58 x 67 inches (W x H x D)
- Weight: 176 pounds
- Warranties: Lifetime on frame and motor; 1 year on parts and labor.

Merit Fitness is part of Johnson Health Tech, one of the largest manufacturers of fitness equipment in the world. The company is committed to designing, engineering, and manufacturing superior products for health clubs and homes. Johnson's manufacturing facilities rank among the most sophisticated in the industry, with an intricate mix of robotics and skilled workers that maintain the highest standards of accuracy and quality. Every stage of manufacturing undergoes a testing phase, and 10 percent of Merit's products go through a rigorous quality inspection that includes completely taking them apart and reassembling them.

Get in shape without breaking the bank with the Merit 725T treadmill. A great choice for both walkers and recreational runners, the Merit Fitness 725T Treadmill offers a 1.25-horsepower continuous-duty motor, with a speed range of 1 to 10 miles per hour and an elevation range of 0 to 10 percent. The computer console, meanwhile, includes one center and two side LED windows that track your resistance level, speed, time, and distance, along with five quick keys and five quick interval keys for instant adjustments. Other details include two cup holders, a thumb pulse heart rate monitor, a fold-up frame, and four preset programs: manual, intervals, rolling hills, and weight loss.

Treadmill Features:

- Motor: 1.25 continuous horsepower, 2.25 total horsepower
- Speed range: 1 to 10 miles per hour
- Elevation range: 0 to 10 percent
- Running area: 18 x 45 inches
- Running deck: 15 mm
- Cushion system: AeroSoft
- Belt thickness: 1.3 mm
- Roller size: 42 mm
- Weight capacity: 250 pounds
- Warranties: Lifetime on the frame, 2 years on the motor, 90 days on parts and labor.

How to Find the Right Exercise Treadmills Online

When it comes to deciding to purchase an exercise treadmill to use at home, the options are overwhelming. Many people choose to visit an outlet and purchasing their equipment in person. But exercise equipment can be big, heavy and require a lot of vehicle space to transport.

Ordering exercise treadmill equipment online is an excellent option as you still have access to the top name brands, and you don’t have to worry about getting the equipment to your house. In addition, you can learn a lot more information about a product online than you can from listening to a store sales person.

Advantages of Online Ordering

Because there is now more competition with online websites than with brick and mortar businesses, chances are you’ll find a much better deal on your exercise treadmill online.

You may think that with added shipping costs you wouldn’t save any money, but the fact is there are plenty of opportunities to save more than $300 on an exercise treadmill. Shipping would not come even close to this, leaving plenty of pocket change to spend on something else.

Another advantage of online ordering is the ability to easily learn more about and compare different exercise treadmills. You can even comparison shop by price, sometimes finding that different websites offer widely different pricing.

How to Get the Most from Shopping Online

You will want to remember that not every website is who they say they are. Before choosing to do business with a website, do some checking around with the online BBB and other consumer reports. Obviously if they’re so popular that you’ve heard of them form word of mouth or on commercials, they’re fine to work with.

Another aspect of purchasing the right exercise treadmill for you is to read as many consumer reviews as you can about the products you’re interested in. Going to manufacturer websites before purchasing a product is a good way to get up to date specifics about the exercise treadmill you’re interested in, helping to make your decision easier.

When deciding to purchase an exercise treadmill, give yourself about a month before making a decision on which product to purchase. This way you can give yourself the time to make a decision, and the time to monitor the prices on your choice for a couple of weeks before purchasing. Generally the prices don’t go up and chances are that if you shop around for prices on exercise treadmills for a couple of weeks, you’re going to find the best deal there is.

By: Jamie Preston

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Step up to serious fitness with the Diamondback 1190St stair stepper, the company's top-of-the-line model. The Diamondback Fitness 1190St Stepper is built around an ultra-smooth self-powered generator system--no external power or battery is required--with a computer-controlled electromagnetic brake that delivers 20 levels of resistance. As a result, you can change your workout intensity quickly and easily, enjoying light resistance when you're warming up and heavy resistance when you really want to challenge yourself. Overall, stair steppers make terrific workout tools, as they efficiently target the upper and lower leg muscles while delivering an extremely effective cardiovascular workout that burns calories, raises your heart rate, and develops aerobic capacity.

The Diamondback Fitness 1190St Stepper offers plenty of workout flexibility, with an easy-to-read console that supports several different program types, including manual, random, interval, hill climb, strength, target HR, HR interval, fat burner, cardio, and custom. It's also a breeze to track your workout progress thanks to the multiple data displays, which show your time, pulse, calories burned, intensity level, total floors, floors per minute, SPM, watts, and heart rate. And users who are monitoring their workouts for maximum efficiency will appreciate the dual heart rate options: a Polar-compatible heart rate receiver that straps to the chest and handgrips with built-in heart rate contacts. Other features include a built-in reading rack and accessories holder, a welded heavy-gauge steel frame with an anti-rust powder coating, a sealed ball bearing in the bottom bracket, one-touch program buttons, a green LED dot matrix profile, Krayton rubber comfort grips, and a weight capacity of 300 pounds.

The Diamondback Fitness 1190St Stepper measures 38 by 65 by 36 inches (W x H x D), weighs 154 pounds, and carries the following warranties: limited lifetime on the frame and brake, five years on pars and electronics, and one year on labor.

Proving than an upright bike doesn't have to be an uptight bike, the Diamondback Fitness 900Ub upright fitness bike is a beautiful blend of form and function. The Diamondback Fitness 900Ub Upright Exercise Bike offers a number of features that help it stand above competing bikes, including a Dual Smart Fan with multiple speeds to keep you cool when pedaling hard. As a result, you can work out in complete comfort even during the sweltering days of summer, a must for people who are easily discouraged by hot weather. The 900Ub exercise bike also includes an upgraded 20-pound flywheel that runs extra smoothly, along with self-leveling pedals with adjustable straps. And riders will love the variety of ergonomic touches, which include a Comfort Ride saddle with fore/aft adjustment, adjustable handlebars with elbow rests, and an adjustable console position.

The Diamondback Fitness 900Ub Upright Exercise Bike offers plenty of workout flexibility, with an easy-to-use console that supports several different program types, including manual, random, fat-burning intervals, glute max hill climb, target heart rate, fitness test, HR intervals, and custom trainer. The latter program is particularly valuable over the long term, as it lets you vary your workout depending on your mood. This not only keeps your attitude fresh, but it also makes your overall training regimen more efficient by challenging your body in different ways. It's also a breeze to track your workout progress thanks to the blue backlit LCD, which displays your time, pulse, calories, intensity level, RPM, speed, distance, and watts. And no workout is complete without a little motivational music, with is why the 900Ub comes with a plug-in jack for your MP3 player. Once you're plugged in, you can listen to your favorite playlists and tune out the rest of the world as you cycle through the imaginary hillsides.

Other features include an eddy current brake resistance system with 16 resistance levels, dual contact pulse sensors in the handgrips for reading your heart rate, an accessory holder on the console for magazines or books, and a weight capacity of 350 pounds. The Diamondback Fitness 900Ub Upright Exercise Bike measures 41 by 61.5 by 20 inches (W x H x D), weighs 105 pounds, and carries the following warranties: limited lifetime on the frame and brake, three years on parts and electronics, and one year on labor.

Your metabolism in the key to chaning your body! By increasing muscle mass in your body, you really CAN increase your metabolism and burn more calories all day long – even when you’re at rest. This workout combines muscle-building compound strength moves with cardio activity. That’s the perfect formula for slimming down with a calorie-burning blast now, and a big boost to your metabolism long-term. Get ready to build endurance, sculpt sexy muscles, fell fitter, and have a body that you’re proud of.

Metabolism Boosting Meal Plan:Take the guesswork out of eating right with this meal plan specially designed to elevate your metabolism. Fast and flavorful recipes, along with smart snacks, will kick start your metabolism to keep you burning calories efficiently throughout the day.

About the Trainer: Tracey Staehle (www.fitbytracey.com) is a NASM certified trainer and has been a fitness professional for over twenty years. Her clients vary in age from 13-89 inspiring her to create workouts that are effective and fun for all ages and fitness levels.

Make Your Own Fitness Training Chart

Anybody that is taking part in physical training knows the importance of keeping track of progress with a fitness training chart. Whether you are training at home or at a gym, you want to know the areas where you’re improving and where you need more work. It’s extremely motivating if you are able to try to break your own records! Plus, you can make your own fitness training charts.

Supplies You Will Need For A Fitness Training Chart

If you’re going to make your own fitness training chart, you will need a couple of supplies. You will need a poster board or foam, pens, rulers, straight edges and double-sides tape to stick the chart to the wall. It’s best to do this on a big surface like poster board opposed to a small sheet of paper because you won’t forget about it. It is vital that you mark your chart if you’re going to make any improvement.

Making The Fitness Training Chart

First, you need to know what you want to keep track of. For most people, it is weight loss. However, you can keep track of cardio exercise and strength training alike. You can chart sizes like waist measurements, bicep measurements or improvements in performance at exercises. It’s all up to you.

If you want to keep it simple, buy a board that has a grid already printed on it. If you draw your own, make sure that the boxes are big enough for dates, numbers and other notes. Begin at the top left where the first intersection of the vertical and horizontal lines. Draw a dot at this point and write the start date above it, then to the left write the number that indicates what you’re trying to lose. If you have a number that you want to increase, start at the bottom left instead.

From there on, each horizontal box will represent one week. Thus, write a date in each of those boxes and figure out how many weeks you are giving yourself to reach your goal. Then, decide on a reasonable ending goal and from there you will be able to make weekly goals. At the bottom right square, where the last horizontal and vertical lines intersect, make a dot and then below it, write your goal weight or measurement.

The horizontal lines between the top and the bottom are going to represent your weekly goals. For instance, if you’re trying to lose weight, write the weight loss number that each line represents. Then, draw a line between the top dot and the bottom dot to show your progress goal. With this line, you can see if your weekly progress falls above or below this line. That way, if your progress is falling above the line then you know you need to make changes, if it is falling on or below continue what you’re doing.

It’s always a good idea to also keep track of what you eat and your exercise sessions because if you’re falling above your goal line, you need to know what to alter. If you want to continue once you reach the end of your fitness training chart, start a new one.

By: Dakota Ulrich

Article Source: http://www.statssheet.com/articles/article77109.html

Smoothing Cellulite Gel-Cream. Skin's own L-Carnitine. Visibly reduces the appearance of Cellulite. The latest innovation from scientists of Nivea laboratories. L-Carnitine is found naturally in the skin and supports the conversion of fat into energy. Nivea research has now made L-Carnitine available in a gel-cream. Nivea body Good-bye Cellulite, formulated with skin's own L-Carnitine, helps reduce the appearance of cellulite. Noticeably firmer skin within 2 weeks. Visible reduction in the appearance of cellulite within 4 weeks. Cellulite results from an excess storage of fat in the deeper skin layers beneath the connective tissue. As a result the skin gets uneven, loses elasticity and dimples occur. It is well known that Anti-Cellulite massages on the affected body areas, especially on thighs, buttocks, stomach help to reduce the appearance of cellulite. With Nivea Body Good-bye Cellulite, regular application on thighs, buttocks and stomach reduces the appearance of cellulite. Made in France.

Product Features:

- 1ST Product infused with skin's own fat burning ingredient L-Carnitine
- L-carnitine will reduce fatty acids
- After 2 weeks skin is visibly firmed and toned.
- Visibly reduces the appearance of cellulite
- After 4 weeks, signs of cellulite are visibly reduced.

A patented daily retinol treatment. Clinically proven to reduce the appearance of cellulite within 8 weeks; Leave skin noticeably smoother, less dimpled. Neutrogena Anti-Cellulite Treatment visibly reduces the appearance of cellulite. Cellulite becomes more noticeable when skin loses elasticity, resulting in a bumpy, orange-peel look. Neutrogena Anti-Cellulite Treatment is a patented formula that contains the latest technology proven effective on the appearance of cellulite. Retinol, the purest form of Vitamin A, combined with Caffeine and Seaweed, works deep within the skin's surface to improve skin elasticity and firmness and reduce the bumpy appearance. The oil-free cream-gel with its fresh, clean scent, absorbs quickly with no greasy after feel. Neutrogena Anti-Cellulite Treatment is clinically proven to effectively reduce the appearance of cellulite within 8 weeks and provide even further reduction with prolonged use, so skin will be noticeably smoother and less dimpled. You will actually feel and see the difference. Reduction in the dimpled appearance of skin. Profilometric Clinical test under dermatological control.

Product Features:

- One 5-ounce bottle of dermatologist tested, daily anti-cellulite treatment
- Patented daily retinol treatment clinically proven to reduce the appearance of cellulite within eight weeks; leaves skin noticeably smoother and less dimpled
- Retinol, the purest form of Vitamin A, combines with caffeine and seaweed to work deep within the skin's surface to improve skin elasticity and firmness while reducing the bumpy appearance
- Users in a clinical trial experienced a 50% percent reduction in the dimpled appearance of their skin in just 12 weeks, when applying twice daily; oil-free cream-gel absorbs quickly with no greasy after feel; fresh, clean scent
- Made in France.

Westcott, an editorial advisor for Shape and Prevention magazines, and La Rosa Loud, the founder of Fitness Network, believe that their research-based eight-week program "might" help women replace fat with firm muscle. The dreaded "lumpy and bumpy" stuff we call cellulite isn't a different kind of tissue, they say, but the result of "too little muscle and too much fat." Their basic and easy-to-follow guide focuses on losing weight sensibly by adhering to a cardiovascular and strength training regimen, in addition to a healthy eating plan based on the USDA Food Guide Pyramid.

The program stresses the importance of strength exercises in building muscle and raising the body's metabolic rates to fight the decline in metabolism that comes with age. The authors, both of whom are fitness experts at a Massachusetts YMCA, take care to provide modifications for the at-home athlete as well as the gym bunny. With clear demonstrative photos and two weeks of explicit eating plans and recipes, this guide will help readers follow the plan the authors used in their study-a plan whose faithful participants experienced a 10.3-pound change in their body composition. Cellulite reduction is a subjective measurement, but the women in the study all felt that there was improvement in their appearance.

Living with cellulite is a devastating condition to many women. Women always ask me the following question, "Doctor, how did I get cellulite?"

This book was inspired by the questions of the numerous women I have seen over the last six years. Patients often state they have done research on the subject, but could not find answers to their questions. On a day-to-day basis I explain the cause of cellulite and how the change in their body biochemistry along with other aspects of their lives influence the formation of this condition. I believe all women should have access to this information.

The book goes into detailed exploration of this condition, which afflicts ninety-percent of women, starting with a historical perspective on cellulite. We then delve into the use of Mesotherapy, Subcision (tm) and Mesotherapy Stringcision (tm) as the only medical treatment options. A section on diet and exercise is included along with the role of women's undergarments in the formation of dimples.

This book will inform and educate women on a subject which has been ignored, or brushed aside. Women have for too long been told to "live with it" by the supposed experts. We have included before and after photographs as proof there is a cure. The book contains numerous illustrations and cartoons depicting causes and social implications of cellulite.

The Cellulite Cure is intended to be a complete guide to understanding cellulite, its causes and treatment options.

Package includes a Rolling Stand, Black Applicator Tray, Professional Treatment Applicator Package, Instructional Users Guide, Quick Reference Slide Chart, and vinyl covers for foam applicators. Applicators include: Large Sponge(3-1/2" dia.), Multiple-Prong, Four-Ball, Half-Ball, Pointed-Tip, and Curved Sponge. Package also includes 3 medium sized applicator covers and 3 large applicator covers.

A professional massager suitable for all ages, levels of expertise and segments of the club industry, the G5 Workout Masseur is used by medical facilities and professional sports teams across the country. The G5 Workout Masseur features the patented Directional-Stroking motion to provide relief to fatigued muscles, mobilize the body's cleansing fluids, and rehabilitate damaged muscle tissue. Increased circulation flushes away lactic acids that contribute to pain and helps reduce swelling and chronic injury. The G5 Workout Masseur is ideal for pre-event massage to enhance range-of-motion and flexibility, actual event massage to enable quick recovery and increased performance, and post-event or restorative massage to manipulate damaged muscles.

Product Features:

- Includes a rolling stand, applicator tray, six applicators, and two sets of applicator covers.
- Powerful, durable, and reliable enough to use 7 days a week, 10 hours a day without loss of cycles-per-second speed.
- Provides massage action of 20-60 cycles-per-second that cannot be simulated by the hand.
- Motor - 1/17 horsepower
- Two-Year Warranty Included

Celluless Beauty and body firming is ideal for buttocks, abdomen, back, arms and legs, reduces fat and Cellulitis. 110V. Celluless is a system of suction that reduces the cellulitis in buttocks, thighs and abdomen using the technique of the Vacumteraphy, considered the best therapeutic alternative. The Vacumtherapy stimulates the blood irrigation of dermis and hypodermis producing improvements in the aspect of the skin. Besides the therapeutic effect, the Vacumtherapy is a treatment no invasive and painless, avoiding convalescent surgical procedures. The cellulitis affects about 80-95% of women. Celluless counts on a safety valve and a cup of pulsating and continuous suction, for quick and effective results.

The sliding of the ergonomic cup produces a simultaneous effect of suction and massage on the skin, that contributes benefits in the lymphatic drainage, increasing the production of the collagen and elastin, improving the texture and tone of the skin. Celluless can mold the figure, reduces the cellulitis, it prepares or affirm the body, like lymphatic drainage, it also calms certain pains thanks to therapeutic massages with which usually it is accompanied. It also helps the muscular mass increasing the blood irrigation and it fortifies the bottoms as if you were exercising. Benefits: Lymphatic drainage. Reduction of cellulitis. Corporal Molding. Rise of buttocks. Increase in the collagen of the production. Improvement in the texture and tone of the skin. Reduction of abdomen. Celluless Contains: Celluless Vacumtherapy of Alternating Suction (reloadable unit of Portable vacumterapia) Corporal cup Adapter of current (Charger) Orange Oil anti-celulittis Guide to Use.

Exercise For Cellulite If You Want To Prevent Cellulite Build-Up

For those who want some effective means to get rid of the fat that is trapped beneath their skin and which just does not seem to go away even after considerable effort, there is good news for them in that they can learn about some effective exercise for cellulite and thus not have to turn to things such as cellulite creams to do the job for them. There is certain special exercise for cellulite that you can even learn at a beauty center, and even a registered dermatologist would be able to teach you about them which should be able to prove effective in removing their wrinkles that are quite unsightly and which look like cottage cheese.

Even Famous Personalities Have Cellulite

And, cellulite seems to affect women as much as it does men and even stars and famous people are not immune from this problem, which explains why beauty centers need to teach their clients about effective exercise for cellulite. Once you have started to perform such exercise for cellulite, you can stop worrying that you won’t be able to don your favorite skimpy beachwear because of the ugliness of your skin that cellulite causes.

The simplest exercise for cellulite is what you do daily and which will help balance hormones as also prove to be useful in detoxification, and with exercising regularly, you may find that the ugly appearances on your body are reduced, and in some instances, even permanently removed.

Another useful exercise for cellulite is cardiovascular cellulite exercises which include activities such as jogging, swimming and even walking while you may also want to try out anaerobic exercises to work your muscles and whose focus should be on your hips, thighs as well as buttocks. In addition, it may also pay you to use products such as Vita Moor Body Wrap and also Contour Crème which combine well together to give your body a look that is unspoiled by cellulite. All you need to do is to ensure that you do the exercise for cellulite regularly and in a proper manner which should result in better blood circulation and detoxification of the waste material within your body, and which also helps burn up fat from your body.

Anaerobic exercises are also wonderful exercise for cellulite as they help the body metabolize whatever unwanted fat there is and thus prevent build-up of cellulite, and rather than cause excessive fat, will actually convert fat into muscle tissue and thus promote cellulite free skins.

By: Jamie Preston

Article Source: http://www.statssheet.com/articles/article57774.html

Verseo Roller Cell Massage System Machine - A Massager Like No Other!

A unique multi function massager - featuring such advanced features as especially contoured motorised rollers, Active Air suction, deep heat and vibro massage. The Roller Cell reduces the appearance of cellulite, relieve minor muscle aches and pain, relax muscles locally, and increase local blood circulation. Cellulite is the term used to describe the build-up of fatty, lumpy deposits on the skin's surface causing a dimpled or uneven appearance.It's appearance is generally described as "orange peel skin" and is considered aesthetically unpleasant to today's beauty conscious woman.

Roll Cell Massage System includes:
- Massager Unit
- Massage Gel
- Carry Case
- Mains Adaptor

This technology is unique to the Verseo Rollercell and is not even available in professional beauty salons. Like all Verseo products, Rollercell is designed so you can use it easily and effectively in the comfort of your own home.

The unit glides over the skin, temporarily flattening the appearance of cellulite by means of heat and vacuum from the front and rear rollers.

Stamina's Magnetic Elliptical Trainer Exercise Machine gives you a low-impact aerobic workout that firms and tones your buttocks, hamstrings, quadriceps, thighs and calves while improving the condition of your heart and lungs. The Magnetic Elliptical is designed for home use and with its quiet, smooth engineering, this elliptical doesn't disturb as you watch TV or listen to music during your workout. And with its small footprint, it will easily fit in most homes. The dual action handlebars add an upper body workout to tone and firm arms, chest, shoulders and back.

The motivational console displays workout time, speed, distance, calories burned, and heart rate. Adjust the intensity level anytime during your workout by simply turning the tension knob. Choose between eight levels of intensity to challenge yourself. The elliptical motion is a unique blend of stair climbing, cycling, skiing, and walking all together in one movement. In forward motion, your quadriceps, buttocks, lower abdominal, hips and thighs are targeted. In reverse motion, your hamstrings, lower buttocks, hips, thighs, and calves are targeted.

Product Features:

- Quiet, smooth, magnetic resistance. Dual-action handlebars
- Multi-function display shows workout time, speed, distance, calories burned, and heart rate
- 8 levels of tension adjusted with tension knob. Fingertip pulse sensors built into hand grips. Foam padded handlebars
- Leveling stabilizer caps. Wheels for easy portability
- 14" stride length.

With so much and history about exercising with treadmills, there may be some walkers wondering are ellipticals effective in helping stay fit. There is no doubt that exercise is good for everyone and the type of exercise they perform will depend on their physical condition, stamina and health related needs. While walking on a treadmill can allow more consistency without worrying about walking outdoors and being dependent on the weather, ellipticals are effective in creating the walking experience without the impact on the joints.

Elliptical machines can provide similar workouts to a treadmill with the major difference being the smoothness of the action offering less impact on lower joints. Knees, hips and ankles receive less pressure than when walking on the street or when using a treadmill, providing the exercise needed without the potential for joint damage. Ellipticals are effective for weight loss programs as well as for cardio workouts.

Those just beginning a training regimen, especially while young may wonder are ellipticals effective in helping to increase the heart rate while proving the workout needed to help build strong leg muscles. Ellipticals can provide the same motions of walking outdoors or on a treadmill without the associated joint problem usually evident following long-term use.

Proper Posture Helps Elliptical Workout

When working out on elliptical machines it is important to maintain a proper posture and the handles, that move the arms along with the legs, help the user remain upright to maintain a straight alignment of the spine. With the moving bars to hold onto, ellipticals are effective to also improve upper body mobility. Approaching the machine as a partner in an exercise program will help the user achieve a more complete workout.

Standing on the equipment, ellipticals are effective at keeping the back straight throughout the entire program will further prevent joint pain, making them a popular choice among older persons looking to improve their cardiac health. Some plans recommend placing a flat object on the head, such as a book and holding it there while walking to help maintain the proper posture.

The user should avoid trying to force the machine into doing it job and some of the machines are electrically powered, providing a steady, rhythmic motion throughout the entire time set on the machines workout clock. Through regular use, ellipticals are effective for weight loss, building lower body strength and in providing a cardio-vascular workout for overall general health.

By: Brett Franklin

Article Source: http://www.statssheet.com/articles/article61933.html

Have years of office work wreaked havoc on your posture? Could your tennis or golf game use a boost? Do you appear or feel older than your age? Or do you carry yourself in a manner that expresses strength, power, and peak performance to everyone around you?

In recent years, Pilates has become a popular exercise program, especially among women. Many books on the subject show lithe female bodies stretched across their covers. Top Pilates instructor Daniel Lyon Jr. aims to break the preconception that Pilates only benefits and appeals to women. "This couldn't be further from the truth," he asserts. "Joseph Pilates was a cigar-smoking boxer, acrobat, and gymnast, and he developed his exercise program from that background for men first." Likewise, Lyon designed this book specifically with men in mind, as the number of male Pilates practitioners -- among them professional athletes, actors, businessmen, and other high-profile personalities -- has rocketed to about three million and continues to grow.

For athletes, working stiffs, and men recovering from injuries, Lyon offers the first comprehensive exercise program of its kind. He walks you through forty "traditional mat" exercises and more than sixty "reformer on the mat" exercises -- each one brilliantly illustrated -- in an inspiring self-guided program that adapts to all experience levels and requires nothing more than floor space, an exercise mat, and the desire to look and feel your best. Using the Pilates method of engaging the strongest parts of the body, or the "powerhouse" (Joseph Pilates's term for the abdominals, hips, lower back muscles, and buttocks), and integrating all other body parts from this core, Lyon's program targets trouble spots for men and helps them achieve strong, lean, masculine physiques.

The Complete Book of Pilates for Men will deliver quick and long-term results to any man who seeks optimal fitness and a competitive edge in all aspects of his life.

The Fitness Circle Lite helps develop torso stability, targets and tones specific muscles. Simulates the resistance and flexibility of exercises performed on the Reformer.

The Fitness Circle Lite Power Pack has everything for the pilates beginner. This Pilates ring from STOTT PILATES is made of a light weight construction, which makes it ideal for at home and travel. Inner and outer foam grips provide extra comfort during a pilates routine. The Pilates ring is a unique tool that uses spring resistance to challenge core stability and boost the toning benefits of Stott Pilates exercises for the arms and legs. Use the pilates ring to simulate the resistance and flexibility of exercises performed on the Stott Pilates Reformer. In addition to the Fitness Circle Lite, this Power Pack includes a pilates workout program on DVD and a bonus workout poster.

Now you can get the body you have always wanted by integrating the Fitness Circle into your fitness regimen. Work with internationally recognized instructor Moira Merrithew to target and challenge arms and legs with this outstanding yet lightweight resistance tool. You will also get the added advantage of strengthening and activating support systems throughout the body. The DVD is 84 minutes long with a 30 minute pilates workout. 31 exercises are covered plus basic principles and a warm up.

It all began in 1979 when The Firm Studio opened in South Carolina. By combining cardio and weight training, The Firm recognized that people could burn fat, build muscle, and get the bodies they wanted safely, effectively, and quickly. This cardio-plus-body-sculpting fitness hybrid--called Synergy Training--formed the basis for The Firm method then and is still central to The Firm philosophy today. It didn't take long for fitness enthusiasts to catch on, and The Firm was off and running.

When The Firm decided to share their successful method with people who were unable to travel to the Studio, the at-home workout series was born. The Firm received glowing reviews and top professional awards from the very start. Since then, The Firm has sold more than ten million workouts. Today, The Firm mission is to continue researching and creating superior fitness techniques and products for reshaping and toning the body.

The Firm's 5-in-1 piece of fitness equipment will add variety and brand-new moves to the tried-and-true Firm foundation! The TransFIRMer was designed with multiple uses in mind and with its two interchangeable components, you can create five different configurations to take each workout to the next level, including:

- Use the 6" and 8" separately for a variety of Firm cardio and body sculpting moves
- Stack together to get a 14" platform perfect for targeting that hard-to-reach area between your glutes and your hamstrings
- Place side-by-side for an all-new position never used before in a Firm workout
- Place in the incline position to combine cardio and strength training with an emphasis on firming your inner thighs and the back of your legs.

Thicker than a yoga mat to protect the spine and designed specifically for Pilates exercises, this ribbed foam mat features integrated Velcro straps that allow the mat to be quickly rolled up and secured for compact storage. The mat measures 70 inches long x 21-3/4 inches wide x 3/8 inch thick.

Lindsay and Moira Merrithew met in New York City when he was studying at Juilliard School of Performing Arts and she was a dancer. While rehabilitating from a broken foot that ended her dancing career, she discovered a then-little-known exercise program developed by Joseph Pilates and became a Pilates instructor. When the couple moved to Toronto, where Lindsay pursued work in theatre, television, and film, they couldn't find proper equipment to use for Pilates exercises and decided to make their own equipment with the help of a carpenter. As Pilates began to gain wider recognition in the early 1990s, the Merrithews seized the opportunity to begin manufacturing modern, professional-quality Pilates equipment. Their company now operates some 30 Pilates training centers in North America as well as manufacturing Pilates equipment and accessories.

Bring your Pilates routine out of the expensive studio and into your living room with the Pilates Power Gym reformer. Outfitted with a sturdy carbon-steel frame that can hold up to 300 pounds, the Power Gym will help firm, tone, sculpt, and define your calves, thighs, hips, abs, shoulders, arms, and back. In short, there's no better way to create fabulous Pilates arms, long and lean Pilates legs, and a perfect Pilates behind. Specifically designed to eliminate the Pilates learning curve, the Power Gym offers such features as multiple incline levels, four variable resistance cords, and quick-change height adjustments, helping you build strength and tone your muscles regardless of your current fitness level. Whether you're an absolute beginner or a Pilates pro, the Power Gym is a terrific choice. Other features unique to the Power Gym include padded handles for comfort and adjustable foot straps.

The Power Gym also comes with a workout DVD with two separate workouts: one that tells you how to create a long, lean, sexy body and a second focused on building strong, defined muscles. And thanks to the bundled Healthy Eating Guide, you'll have access to a bunch of easy-to-follow meal plans to help accelerate your results. Perhaps best of all for users with small apartments or homes, the Power Gym rolls away for easy storage in a closet or corner. The Power Gym measures 56 by 17.75 by 13 inches (W x H x D), weighs 61 pounds, and carries a 90-day warranty.

Shape, tone, and strengthen your body without heading to the gym day after day with the Firm's body sculpting system. Equipped with a multifunction three-in-one stair-step platform and a multi-workout DVD, the kit will melt away the fat and reshape your body in no time. The durable plastic stair-step platform is a terrific exercise accessory, with a three-level, no-slip platform that adjusts from 6 to 8 to 14 inches. As a result, it's easy to vary the difficulty and intensity of your workout.

The DVD, meanwhile, includes three different workouts to keep you fit and inspired. Hosted by Firm Master Instructor Allie DelRio Pointer, the Cardio Sculpt workout combines several cardio and body shaping routines, resulting in a single awesome body. Pointer will have you burning fat, building lean muscle, and creating your very own personal masterpiece throughout this 55-minute workout. Master Instructor Jennifer Carman hosts the 45-minute Body Sculpt workout, which features a scientifically sequenced series of strength-building exercises designed to work your upper and lower body fast. The workout will turn you into a strong fat-burning machine from top to bottom. Finally, the Ab Sculpt workout proves that getting flat abs can actually be fun. Master Instructor Lisa Kay leads you through this 25-minute workout, which teaches you the perfect exercises for strengthening, toning, and stretching your entire core. Kay also demonstrates the proper form and breathing technique for each exercise.

The Firm body sculpting system also comes with a rotational guide and eating calendar, which includes 30 days of exercises, 30 days of meal plans and recipes, and a series of motivational tips.

Award-winning choreographer, MaDonna Grimes, is renowned for her innovative dance moves. She founded the MaDonna Grimes Fitness and Dance Theatre Company, has released a CD, and is the author of Work It Out. She has a master’s degree in dance performance and choreography, and has appeared in many fitness and fashion magazines.

Elevate your heart rate in this high-energy workout that moves and grooves. African Beat – Latin Heat is like having a dance party in your living room! MaDonna Grimes makes sure you never stop moving in this exciting Dance Fitness for Beginners program.

Challenge your muscles and your spirit when you turn up the heat with this full-body, cardio workout. MaDonna keeps you burning calories as you dance, move your arms, and swing your hips to a mix of Latin and African rhythms. Designed for women and men, this program combines Latin dance steps with hip, urban moves. MaDonna breaks down the routines, than creates a dynamic workout that will leave you sweating for more!

Program Features:

- Dance moves you can take to the clubs
- Fun routines challenge every muscle
- Tones entire body
- Shed unwanted pounds and burn fat.

It’s a captivating, fun, fat-burning good time!

This fabulously fun and enchanting program reveals the secret to obtaining that lean, sexy Brazilian body. By using elements of Brazil’s heart-pounding, steamy dances such as the Maculele, Samba Reggae, and Capoeira, this workout targets all your trouble spots while burning fat and calories to deliver amazing results.

You’ll learn simple, flowing steps and incorporate hip circles and torso pops. The authentic, pulsating Brazilian music sets the rhythm; add your personal style and flair and you’ve got your own Carnival.

So take a vacation south of the border and have a hip-swinging, calorie-burning, body-slimming good time—Brazilian style!

Warm-Up 6 min.
Maculele 12 min.
Samba Reggae 12 min.
Capoeira 12 min.
Cool Down 6 min.

Bonus dance: Samba de Roda

You wouldn’t know it by looking at Americans, but life is much more enjoyable if you’re healthy and in good shape. What; you don’t believe me? Okay, allow me to elaborate. When you’re in great shape, you’re able to function easier. This is because your body is carrying around less fat and your heart is in better condition. Not to mention the fact that you’ll feel much more confident if you’re in great shape. You’ll take pride in your appearance and not struggle to hide your flabby thighs or pooch belly. So, now you’re probably ready to get started. Okay, let’s talk fitness exercise routines and healthy diets.

There’s no big secret that eating right is crucial if you plan on living long and staying healthy. This does not only concern the well-being of your body, but it includes your mind as well. Poor diet can have a terrible effect on your mind. What you need to focus on is low-fat foods that are high in nutritional value. Avoid fatty meats and processed foods like chips and microwave dinners. To keep things simple, you want meals that have little sodium, saturated fat, and sugar. Water should be the main beverage you consume. Then there’s the fitness exercise aspect. Eating healthy is awesome, but if you want to get that body conditioned, then you have to adopt a fitness exercise routine that works for you. If you’re currently overweight, then you should probably begin with cardio exercises. Try an elliptical machine, tread mill, jogging around your neighborhood, and plenty of crunches. It’s good to mix up your exercises, because this keeps the body guessing. This way your muscles don’t get too used to the routine. Cardio is your best bet for burning calories.

Once you get down to the weight you prefer, you can add a few strength training fitness exercise regimens. The reason this is better left until after your weight is down, basically concerns weight gain. As you build muscle with weight training, you’ll naturally gain weight. This makes losing weight confusing for some. Hey, it’s time to get started with your new fitness exercise schedule. And remember, the key is sticking to the program. This is how you’ll see results.

By: Hunter Jones

Article Source: http://www.statssheet.com/articles/article80495.html

Maximize your home workouts with the Schwinn 460 Elliptical Trainer, which features Schwinn's exclusive V-Stride Technology that allows you to change stride lengths without manual adjustments or machine modifications. The 460 provides a complete lower-body workout: step to target calves and quads; walk to work your thighs and glutes, and run to lengthen your strides and engage all muscle groups.

Featuring a high-tech design, the Schwinn 460 includes 11 workout profiles built by the Nautilus Institute with instructional messages on utilizing stride lengths and foot/leg motions for maximized results. And the Schwinn Advantage workout system tracks results and programming for up to two users. You'll get heart rate feedback via the HR grips on the static handlebars, and heart rate telemetry using the included chest strap.

The dynamic backlit touchscreen console displays workout and interval time, distance, pulse, speed, calories, resistance level, and course profile. Other features include an oversized water bottle holder (accommodates 4-inch bottle), adjustable cooling fan, and transport handle and non-skid wheels for easy storage.

Features and Specifications

- V-Stride technology, integrated in the cam/footplate, enables strides from 2 to 26 inches
- Independent footplates let users target core muscles while engaging both sides of the body
- 16 total programs: 1 Manual, 11 Profile, 2 Custom for two users
- Quiet, magnetic ECB (Eddy current brake) resistance with 16 levels
- Fly wheel: 25 pounds, steel
- Drive system: Computer controlled
- Fixed and moving handlebars
- Chest strap with telemetric and grip heart rate monitoring
- Heart rate grip on padded static handlebars
- Transport handle and non-skid wheels
- Articulating foot plates minimize heel impact
- Schwinn Advantage workout system tracks results and programming for two users
- Dynamic backlit LCD touchscreen console
- Display Readout: Time, Interval Time, RPM, Watts, Distance, Pulse, Speed, Calories, Resistance Level, Course Profile
- 11 workout profiles contain embedded fitness prompts to maximize results
- Oversized water bottle holder and angle-adjustable fan
- Maximum user weight: 300 pounds
- Dimensions: 54 x 34 x 73 inches (L x W x H)
- Unit weight: 221 pounds
- Power requirements: AC adapter.

Get an excellent cardio workout at home without breaking the bank with the Schwinn Active 10 recumbent exercise bike. It features 11 preset programs, computer-controlled eddy current resistance, and a belt drive system that ensures quiet operation and a smooth ride. The grip heart rate sensors also enable you to monitor your fitness level. It includes integrated leveling feet to keep everything balanced and help protect your floor. Other features include a 9-position padded saddle and transport wheels for easy storage after your workout.

Specifications:

- Profile: Recumbent
- Number of workout programs: 11
- Workout programs: 1 Manual program, 6 preset profile programs, 3 Heart Rate Control programs and 1 Target Heart Rate program
- Heart rate monitor: Grip
- Resistance levels: 8
- Resistance system: Quiet Magnetic ECB (Eddy current brake) resistance
- Display: LCD
- Display readouts: Speed, RPM, Time, Distance, Watt, Calories, Pulse
- Dimensions: 58.5 x 26 x 36 inches
- Product weight: 58 pounds
- Maximum user weight: 275 pounds.

This is a Genuine MagneTrainer Extended Range mini exercise bike. The MagneTrainer is the highest quality portable exercise bike in it's price range, guaranteed. If you find a better bike in the same price range within 30 days, return the bike for a full refund. The base on the MagneTrainer is wider than other magnetic mini exercise bikes. Both supports (front and rear) are over 15". The other bikes with the narfow supports tend to wobble when you pedal them. We also have the widest pedal resistance range available. Our pedal resistance adjusts from almost nothing to nearly 170W. Most bikes top out at under 100W. Our 5-turn adjustment knob provides fine control over the pedal resistance. We spend more money on the components to insure that each bike will last for years. Each MagneTrainer comes with a full 1 year warranty on All parts. Improve your fitness while at home or in the office. The MagneTrainer fits easily under a desk or table to provide an excellent workout at your home or office. Place the bike on a tabletop and use your hands to tone and strengthen your arms and shoulders. The MagneTrainer uses adjustable magnetic resistance to provide ultra-smooth pedal motion in both the forward and reverse directions. The multi-function display measures speed, distance, elapsed time and estimated calories burned, to optimize your workout. The resistance knob adjusts your workout intensity. The comfortable pedals have foot straps and non-slip rubber foot pads. The rugged, adjustable steel base provides maximum stability. Use it while watching TV, working on the computer, reading a book, talking on the phone, or any other activity where you're sitting down and your legs are free.

Get the body you want without spending untold months at the gym with the Image 7.8 elliptical trainer. The Image 7.8, which is small enough to fit in a den or rec room, is loaded with convenient features, including attached elliptical arms that help tone your upper body, digital resistance controls, and several preprogrammed workouts. The unit is built around a smooth, frictionless Silent Magnetic Resistance (SMR) system that lets you adjust your intensity without interrupting your workout. If you don't want to set your own pace, you can turn to the eight personal trainer workouts, which automatically adjust the trainer's resistance levels to focus on aerobic, weight loss, or performance goals, or the two heart rate workouts, which help you stay in your target workout zone. The upper-body arms are perhaps the most convenient feature, however, as they help you burn more calories and add muscle tone.

Other details include a large LCD workout display that tracks your speed, time, distance, calories burned, and pulse; a large 7 x 10 workout matrix that offers a visual representation of your workout; and a dual-grip heart rate monitor with pulse sensors built into the handlebars.

Product Features:

- Convenient elliptical trainer with smooth, frictionless Silent Magnetic Resistance system
- 8 personal trainer workouts with automatic resistance levels; 2 heart rate workout programs
- Large LCD workout display tracks speed, time, distance, calories burned, and pulse
- Dual-grip heart rate monitor with handlebar pulse sensors; 7 x 10 workout matrix display
- Measures 60 x 46.8 x 20 inches (W x H x D); weighs 120 pounds; 90-day warranty.

When people are looking for home exercise equipment, many are switching from treadmills to elliptical machines due to the low impact nature of the devices. While intentions to begin an exercise program may be high, even the best home elliptical machine will not perform its job if the person does not use it regularly. However, for those truly dedicated to better cardio health and maintaining lower body mobility, reading reviews about different types of equipment can help them decide on the best home elliptical machine for them.

Not all exercise equipment is built alike and people of different physical sizes will want the machine they choose to be comfortable while being effective. There used to be a saying in exercising that no pain means no gain, but many are finding that no pain means no pain while they get or stay in shape. The best home elliptical machine will offer low impact exercises saving wear and tear on the joints in the ankles, knees and hips while offering cardio benefits.

Walking on treadmills was very popular for many years as they enabled people to continue their walking routine regardless of the weather. They are also easier on the joints than trekking along concrete sidewalks or through muddy fields. The best home elliptical machine can provide similar benefits without the high impact levels of many treadmills.

What To Look For In A New Machine

When thinking about buying elliptical equipment, one of the first things to look at is the weight limit of the machine. Many are capable of users weighing up to 350 pounds, which will not make them more difficult to use if the user weighs less than that. The best home elliptical machine will also be capable of monitoring a person's heart rate and offer alerts if it begins to rise past a preset rate limit.

The best home elliptical machine will also offer a variety of workouts from walking along a city street to taking a walk through hilly meadows. Self-adjusting tension on the wheel and changes in the speed are also popular features of some of the best home elliptical machines.

Brand names are also important when trying to find the best home elliptical machine and if the person belongs to a gym, they might consider the home version of the brand used at their favorite workout place. Asking gym owners their opinions about specific brands is possibly the best reference they can get when looking for the best home elliptical machine.

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Designed and proportioned just for kids, the First Fitness Kid's First Air Walker emulates the non-impact movement of an elliptical trainer and allows kids to workout in a fun safe way along side mom and dad. The Air Walker delivers a smooth, gliding motion that gets the heart rate up and increases strength without putting stress on growing knee and ankle joints. But more importantly, the Air Walker is so fun for kids to use that they will experience exercise as an enjoyable pastime and not a chore.

Recognizing that today's kids are spending more and more time in front of computers, television, and video games, First Fitness has designed a line of kid-specific sporting equipment to get kids active, helping defeat the growing rate of obesity among children in America. The First Fitness Air Walker both gets kids active and provides a great way to keep them entertained while you work out, providing fun and a healthy workout for the entire family.

Designed for children 4-years and older, the durable Air Walker has a sturdy steel frame and supports up to 80 pounds. The frame has a heavy base, offering great stability as your child operates the gliders. The bright yellow, red, and blue coloring is appealing to boys and girls alike and will look great in any room.

The Air Walker builds muscle strength and develops cardiovascular endurance with a flowing, back and forth motion that does not stress developing joints. With soft foam handles, stable foot pedals, and non-slip feet, the Air Walker is safe, comfortable, and easy to use. The First Fitness Air Walker is a perfect indoor tool when kids need to work out extra energy on rainy days, and it helps kids learn to experience exercise as fun so that they develop a lifetime love of exercise.