16th November 2009
How can you make an intelligent choice of home treadmill or elliptical when there are hundreds of models to choose from? Is there a more efficient way than to study all the features and brands? Rather than focus on the machines, features, this article t...
15th November 2009
One of the best ways to lose weight is by running on a treadmill. Treadmills have become popular in the home for those who want to burn calories without having to go to a gym. The problem is, like with most exercise equipment and programs, the people wh...
13th November 2009
Gyms have become very popular in the past twenty years as places to go to get in shape or stay in shape. Part of this popularity has been due to the efforts of the clubs' sales representatives and their ongoing "special" deals. Gyms can be a great way t...
03rd November 2009
If you look at photos of models from the 1940s and 1950s, it's easy to get the impression that they were out of shape! How did our ideals of beauty and health change so much so quickly? A large part of the answer is the acceptance of weight training and...
03rd November 2009
Many words have been written on how to weight-train properly. Most of this writing has been in the twenty or thirty years. However, because much of this advice is contradictory, the new home gym user is often left not knowing who to believe. This articl...
03rd November 2009
If you visit your local exercise equipment store you will see some very nice gyms, treadmills, and elliptical trainers. Wow! You could get in great shape with stuff like that!
So why does this equipment end up being used as clothes hangars in the bas...
28th October 2009
Does it make financial sense to buy an extended warranty on exercise equipment?
First of all, make sure it is legal. The states of Florida and Vermont prohibit the sale of extended warranties. As a result, reputable sources will not sell you one if y...
27th October 2009
Does is still make sense to try to buy your exercise equipment American-made? We don't hear the "Buy American" slogan as much as we used to. Does that mean American manufacturers no longer have the edge in quality? Should you buy an American-made tread...
26th October 2009
Running on hard surfaces takes its toll on a runner's knees and feet. Runners who have been at it for more than ten or twenty years will tell you of their pain. However, treadmills can greatly reduce the incidence of such pain. Virtually all treadmills...
26th October 2009
Treadmills, ellipticals, and stationary bikes are often described as being "iFit-compatible" or having "Gamefit." What do these terms mean?
iFIT. iFit workout cards are programmed workouts that can be inserted into many treadmills, ellipticals, and st...
22nd October 2009
Treadmills have improved so much recently that not much is need to keep them up. Treadmills are made up of moving parts, though, so some preventative maintenance is needed. This will extend the life of your machine.
The first step is to read your own...
21st October 2009
Many people like to go to the gym because they know that, once they get there, they will work out. Working out at home can save lots of time and money, but presents a world of distractions and excuses. This article makes suggestions how the home user o...
20th October 2009
Have you been a runner for more than about 5 years? If so, you know the effect running can have on your joints. Treadmills are easier on the knees and feet because they provide cushioning. There is research that shows the the impact on joints can be re...
19th October 2009
Until recently treadmills have been used in people's homes whenever the conditions out doors were not acceptable to run in. Treadmills are also available in every gym for indoor running as well. The thing about using treadmills is that people do not get t...
16th October 2009
Why do some people love running on their treadmills while others find it boring?
It's easy to say that some people are motivated and some aren't, but it may be better to ask how those people who love it think about and structure their workouts. In tha...
