Saturday, February 4th, 2012

Schwinn Upright Airdyne Evolution Comp | Stationary Exercise Bike with Fan Resistance

The original Schwinn Airdyne has been around for over 20 years and remains a top seller among upright exercise bikes. The next generation Airdyne Evolution Comp stays true to the original concept but incorporates a more efficient design.

The fan wheel is smaller and uses wider contoured blades for increased …

Fitness News: Pink Treadmills Launched by Cybex to Support Breast Cancer Research

Cybex International, Inc. announced the release of the first-ever, custom-made pink treadmills to help raise funds for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF). CYBEX will donate 10 cents for every mile logged on any pink 750T treadmill during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October 2009.

The pink treadmills …

Body Solid EXM2500S Home Gym | 210 Pound Weight Stack with 7 Workout Stations

The Body Solid EXM2500S Home Gym has been around in the same form for years, but is still a contender for the best value in the under $1,000 category. It was a Consumer Magazine #1 Home Gym when first released

The EXM25005 approaches health club quality for its durability, versatility and …

Malibu Pilates Chair | Body Sculpting Fitness with 3 Workout DVDs, Makeover Manual & Eating Right Guide

This appears to be an alternate version of the Malibu Pilates chair sold through infomercials featuring Susan Lucci. This chair is similarly constructed but costs about 40% less.

If you opt for the Susan Lucci version be sure to read the fine print! The $14.95 + $29.95 shipping and handling …

Fitness Anywhere TRX Adjustable Suspension Trainer Professional | Core Exercise, Balance & Flexibility

The TRX Suspension Trainer from Fitness Anywhere effectively works the core by using body weight resistance and forcing the engagement of many small muscles to stabilize the body during workouts.

As opposed to linear weight lifting that isolates specific muscles, this “functional strength training” approach exercises the body in a …

Mio Breeze Petite Women’s Heart Rate Monitor | Compact, Stylish, Customizable Sports Watch

This sleek, light weight watch is specifically designed for women, very easy to use and a good introduction for those new to heart rate monitoring. According to the manufacturer it’s the most compact heart rate monitor currently on the market.

The Mio Breeze gives ECG accurate heart rates without the …

Perfect Pushup/Pullup, Ab Straps Combination | Rotating Handles & Doorway Upper Body & Ab Exercise

We’ve reviewed both the Perfect Pushup and the Perfect Pullup previously. Now these two extremely popular products are available in a single package.

This upper body/abdominal kit is actually three products in one, as it includes the Heavy Duty Ab Straps, used with the Perfect Pullup …

Merit (Horizon) Fitness 725T | “Cheap” Home Treadmill with Basic Features

The Merit Fitness 725T is the least expensive treadmill we’ve reviewed. So what do you get for under $500?

The 1.25 horsepower motor is adequate for low to moderate speeds but significantly less powerful than higher-end treadmills.  The motor warranty is limited to 2 years and the frame weight capacity …

ChaLean (Johnson) Extreme Beachbody Fitness System | 15 Workouts on 6 DVDs, Thigh Toner Band & Body Fat Tester

Chalene Johnson is a dynamic fitness trainer most noted for developing the phenomenally successful Turbo Jam exercise video program.

Now, again in association with Beachbody, Chalene has released ChaLEAN Extreme which hinges on the intuitive concept that the more lean muscle you build, the more fat you burn.

The system consists …

Bayou Weight Bench and Two 50 lb Chrome Plated Dumbbell Set | Compact, Versatile & Affordable

This combo package from Bayou Fitness includes two adjustable chrome 50 lb dumbbells and a multi-purpose custom weight bench.

The 5-in-1 dumbbells use a knob adjustment mechanism to quickly select between 10 and 50 lbs in 10 lb increments.

The bench is easy to assemble, padded for comfort, very …