Weider understands that an effective home workout should engage the core, build muscle tone and definition, as well as attack the biceps, forearms and lats. To accomplish these goals, Weider has designed the X-factor Plus Home Gym. This machine is perfect for getting a proper upper and lower body workout and a good combination [...]
People kept asking and Bowflex listened. The best-selling Bowflex SelectTech 1090 dumbbells are back. An alternative to the extraordinarily popular SelectTech 552 Dumbbells (adjustable from 5 to 52.5 pounds), the 1090 model boasts a top weight of 90 pounds. The Bowflex SelectTech series features technology that is helping revolutionize exercise equipment. The weight adjustment selection [...]
For decades, the word “exercise” has conjured images of overzealous, spandex-sporting, free weight-wielding enthusiasts, seemingly working out to the beat of the all-too familiar – and outdated – mantra: “No pain, no gain.” We’ve gained some serious ground since then, exercising the freedom to realize that we have myriad options when it comes to getting [...]
Abdominal trainers are becoming increasingly popular, as the mid-section is one of the most difficult muscle groups to isolate, train and sculpt. TV infomercials have locked into the niche that having rock solid abs is easy, using a popular trainer, requiring as little training and exercise as physically possible. Some ab trainers do exactly what [...]
Are you thinking about starting a new home fitness routine? There are many excellent exercise programs available and making the decision to start working out regularly is the first step. Committing to make it a priority and staying motivated to continue is the next. Exercise is key to a healthier and happier lifestyle. We all [...]
Convenience and simplicity are becoming increasingly popular in the world of fitness, and with this new pair of adjustable dumbbells from Jillian Michaels, strength training has become easier than ever before. Comparable to the Bowflex SelectTech Dumbbell series, the Jillian Michaels Ultimate 12.5 Adjustable Speed Dumbbells allow you to experience the variable workout intensities of [...]
Having one’s own personal trainer, available whenever needed, is a dream for many — one that has finally become a reality, thanks to CyberFit360. Like many similar and competing online personalized workout programs, CyberFit360 has been developed for individuals who can’t afford a real personal trainer. Here, we reveal some pros and cons of this [...]
Personal health and fitness is a growing industry, and as with any industry, there are always some products that stand out from the crowd — products that really make a difference. The Fitbit Wireless Personal Trainer claims to be one of those products, so we decided to take a closer look and see what it [...]
Update: 1/1/2012: P90X2 is available now. The P90X2 workout is the result of two years of research and development conducted by a team of the most qualified experts in fitness. P90X2 takes the original Muscle Confusion concept to new heights with Post-Activation Potentiation (PAP), a training technique developed by professional sports trainers to deliver world-class [...]
We all know the importance of building muscle to support bone density and reduce fat. The fastest way to build muscle mass is through strength training. Many associate this with weight lifting or commercial gym machines and think these are the only options. Not any more. Resistance band exercise is becoming more and more popular [...]
