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Total Core Extra Exercise Machine | Fitness IQ 360 Degree Waist Slimming Abdominal Trainer

Steve — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 19:59:02 +0000

Traditional abdominal floor exercises like crunches and sit-ups tend to exert excess strain on the back, neck and entire spine. The Total Core Extra is designed to reduce or eliminate this stress, while effectively targeting the entire mid-section.

The Total Core Extra’s padded power coils provide assistance on the way up during an ab exercise and steady resistance on the way down, while engaging all core muscle groups in the abdominals, obliques (sides) and lower back.

The lightweight but stable solid steel construction helps maintain perfect form, while the thick padded seat and back cushion provide a comfortable cradle during a workout.

Durable silicone wheels provide smooth and supported movement on any surface. The assembly folds for easy storage and transport.

A comfortable abdominal trainer can make working out more enjoyable and motivating, helping to get started and continue a regular routine.

Total Core Extra Product Details

Compact abdominal crunch exercise machine
Reduces stain on back and neck
Works abs, obliques and lower back simultaneously
Power coils assist on the way up and provide resistance on the way down
Padded seat and back rollers provide a comfortable cushioned workout
Folds flat for easy storage
Balance Ball and Pump
10-day Quick Start Guide and Common Sense Meal Plan
Slimdown workout DVD
Total Core computer device to track your progress

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The Core Connection: Go from Fat to Flat by Using Your Abs for a Total Body Work
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The Core Connection: Go from Fat to Flat by Using Your Abs for a Total Body Work
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The FIRM Workout Wave Kit | Body Sculpting, Speed Slimming Board & Step Combo

Steve — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 19:56:24 +0000

Millions have seen the engaging infomercials for this innovative and fun fitness system. No longer and exclusive TV offer, The Wave Kit is now available from many online stores.

Manufactured by The FIRM, a trusted name in fitness, The Wave adds some excitement to your workouts while toning the thighs, abs and glutes — and working the core with every move you make. The routines effectively combine cardio and strength training using “Speed Slimming” intervals.

The Wave is a double sided personal “gym” that allows for both rocking, wave riding motions and stepping exercises in one durable, compact design.

With the curved side down you can rock side to side or turn 90 degrees and walk back and forth (see the video below). The curved side up provides a stable, anchored surface at an optimal height for step exercises.

The three interactive DVD workouts include Ride The Wave (10 minutes), Rock It Off! (40 minutes), and Speed Slimming Sculpt (30 minutes).

The kit also includes an accessory mat for stability and protection and a Weight Loss Success Guide Book.

The FIRM Wave Kit Product Details

Innovative personal workout system
The Wave double sided rocking/stepping unit
Over 100 total body sculpting & toning exercises
3 interactive DVDs: Ride the WAVE, Speed Slimming SCULPT, and Rock it OFF
Weight Loss Success Guide Book
Compact, easy-to-follow system

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The Wave Video Demonstration

Everlast Pilates Inflatable Balance Ball | Core Training with Base and Adjustable Tubing

Steve — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 21:22:47 +0000

Exercise ball workouts have become enormously popular in recent years, providing a fun workout while helping strengthen the core. The body responds to the instability of the ball while remaining balanced, engaging more hard-to-get-to stabilizer muscles which improves strength, balance and overall coordination. Balance balls may also be referred to as Pilates balls, Swiss balls, body balls, fitness balls, or stability balls.

This product from Everlast compliments traditional balance ball training by adding a ring base and adjustable resistance tubing. The base helps keep the ball aligned for improved control and balance during a workout. The ball can be removed from the base to perform more common and dynamic balance ball exercises.

The handles and tubing let you work the upper body while providing extra stability for those new to balance training.

The ball comes with a two-way action pump, but the first inflation will take some time and effort. Consider using an air compressor or gas station pump for the initial inflation.

Everlast Pilates Inflatable Ball Product Details

Inflatable 22-inch removable balance ball
Ring ball base
Adjustable heavy duty resistance tubing with handles for stability
Two-way action pump
Fitness guide included

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ProForm CoreMaster Ab Bench | 3-in-1 Flexible Abdominal, Oblique and Back Trainer

Steve — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 20:45:58 +0000

Here’s another “As Seen On TV” fitness product that gets a marginal recommendation. For those who need extra support in the lower back and spine while exercising the mid-section, the ProForm CoreMaster Ab Bench is a good choice.

The 3-in-1 design works all muscle groups that make up the core, isolating the abs, obliques and lower back, without the need to move to another machine or even shift positions.

The patented Spine Design technology allows the back panels of the bench to flex and move independently of each other, following the natural curvature of the spine through the full range of an exercise.

The three available workouts include a forward crunching motion to work abs, rotating side to side to train the obliques and leaning backwards to work the lower back muscles.

The design is most appropriate for average to tall users. Smaller framed users may not optimally line up their core with the back panels.

The ProForm CoreMaster Ab Bench comes fully assembled and folds flat to fit under a bed or in a closet. The package includes a workout DVD and an eating guide with 60 recipes and an 8-week meal plan. Weight capacity is 300 lbs.

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AKROwheels Duo Exercise Wheels | Total Body/Abdominal Functional Training System

Steve — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 23:36:52 +0000

At first glance the AKROwheels appear to be another fitness gimmick that we normally don’t take the time to review. But this product offers a flexible and functional approach that is surprisingly effective at working a wide range of muscle groups and really targets the abs and obliques. It’s also fun and lets you mix up your workouts with creative exercise variations.

The AKROwheels utilize body weight as resistance for ab rollouts, pushups and flys, providing good abdominal and upper body toning. These rolling exercises engage the entire upper body and core. When you first begin training with this product you’ll feel an amazing burn in the entire mid-section.

This approach also incorporates dynamic stretching that improves flexibility and posture.

The AKROwheels Total Body Functional Training System is lightweight and portable. It comes with a DVD demonstrating various NAVY Seal endorsed exercises.

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Power Pushup 2 | Resistance Band Functional Strength Building

Steve — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 23:50:24 +0000

The Power Pushup 2 was voted “Best New Piece of Exercise Equipment” by Men’s Health magazine a few years back. Since then, several new pushup devices have reached the market including the very popular rotational pushup stands, like the Perfect Pushup. The Power Pushup 2 is still an innovative approach to pushups and worth consideration for those who’ve already built upper body strength but want to further increase power and size.

The belt includes built-in padded elastic tubing that wraps around your back to add adjustable resistance to regular pushups as well as lunges, dips, deltoid flys and more. The belt weights only 1.5 lbs but can add from 40 to 120 pounds of resistance, depending on the number of bands used.

The Power Push Up 2 does not isolate any part of the body, so all the exercises performed are functional. This is an excellent approach to building chest muscle mass as well as developing core musculature in the abs, obliques and lower back.

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Gold’s Gym Pullup/Chinup, Pushup, Abdominal 3-in-One Circuit Training System

Steve — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 23:57:11 +0000

With the recent explosion in popularity of doorway pullup bars, rotational pushup devices and ab/core trainers, Gold’s Gym has created a fitness kit that neatly incorporates all three into one package.

The 3-in-one set includes a grip-lock doorway gym for pullups and chinups, rotating pushup stands, and ab straps that can be attached the the pullup bar for core training.

The grip-lock bar attaches to any door frame in seconds without the need for brackets or screws. It can also be used for situps by anchoring the bar at the bottom of the doorway. Tricep dips can be performed by placing the bar flat on the ground.

Emulating the trend that started with The Perfect Pushup, the Gold’s pushup stands rotate to accommodate a more natural exercise motion, but take it step further by including adjustable resistance.

The ab straps help you work the core and abdominals by performing body weight exercises while hanging from the pullup bar.

The compact kit weighs 8 pounds and is easy to pack up and store in a closet or under a bed.

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Bosu 3D Balance Trainer/Exercise Ball | Core Fitness System With Resistance Bands

Steve — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 20:00:47 +0000

Balance training has become increasingly popular with home users as the benefits of building and coordinating core muscles become more evident. Bosu leads the pack with a variety of models to meet a wide range of user needs.

The Bosu 3D incorporates a balance rail for added safety and flexibility. It also includes adjustable resistance bands attached to the base to further vary your routines. The primary component is the multipurpose, modular exercise platform/balance ball.

This trainer provides a full body workout that addresses cardio, improved balance and toning through low-impact exercises such as lunges, curls, flies, shoulder raises, hip extensions.

Bosu training also improves the mind-body connection by promoting thoughtful movement and focused engagement of both the muscles and the mind.

The included DVD demonstrates beginner to advanced moves to help mix up your routines and stay motivated. The workouts include Total Body Blast, Cardio Bounce Express, and Lower Body Blitz.

With it’s versatility and variation the Bosu 3D System Balance Trainer is appropriate for beginners and experienced balance ball users and can improve performance of a wide range of sports and activities.

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Core Rhythms Dance Exercise 4 DVD Starter Package | Fun Cardio Burn with Latin Music & Dancing

Steve — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 00:37:17 +0000

This 4 DVD set takes on core development with a high energy approach and fast, intricate routines. Jaana Kunitz and Julia Powers explain and teach the fundamentals of Latin dance backed by an upbeat Latin music soundtrack.

All the workouts are dance-oriented with no floor work, continually working abdominals, legs and back muscles.

DVD 1: The Core Rhythms Kick Start systematically teaches every dance move step by step. The on screen visual sidebar lets you choose from different views of the workout and time your steps to the music.

DVD 2: The Core Rhythms Full Workout features instruction on the 3 core movements involved in Latin dancing. The instructors’ energy is infectious and very motivating. This is a strenuous workout that will really bring on the burn.

DVD 3: The Core Rhythms Quick Workout is basically the full workout condensed to just 20 minutes.

DVD 4: Latin Dance Made Easy teaches 3 popular Latin dances routines that can be used with your partner on the dance floor.

We’ve heard some complaints about sub par service through the manufacturer’s website but the DVDs themselves deliver what they promise. The system should be used 3-5 times per week for best results. The package comes with a 7 day diet guide.

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Ironman ATIS 1000 Inversion Therapy Fitness Table | Back Stress Relief and Ab Training System

Steve — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 18:37:28 +0000

The Ironman ATIS 1000 represents a step forward in inversion therapy and is a significant upgrade to their bestselling Gravity 1000 model, reviewed here.

The ATIS 1000 uses a Smart Gear System, rather than a tether strap to safely lock the table in place in 10 different positions. The Scale Locking System increases ankle security and the table is designed around an extra-wide steel frame with a 300 pound weight capacity.

This model is also 30 pounds heavier than the Gravity 1000, something to consider if you plan to move the table between rooms or store it when not in use. For most users the sturdy, substantial construction will be appreciated the first time they hang themselves upside down. Assembly is straight forward but takes time as there are many pieces to unrap and join together, some relatively heavy.

The ATIS 1000 also incorporates an ab and core training system that effectively isolates abdominals to help strengthen the mid-section and improve posture.

Inversion table therapy addresses the body’s overall health by optimizing lumbar traction and reducing pressure. It effectively increases flexibility, stimulates circulation and relieves back stress and pain associated with pressure on vertebrae disks.

Ironman ATIS 1000 Ab Training Inversion Table Product Details

Combination inversion table and ab/core training system
Sturdy, heavy duty oval tubing steel frame
Thick nylon backrest and memory foam vinyl pillow for comfortable head support
Ergonomically molded ankle cushions
10 different inversion locking angles
Extra long safety handles
Rubber non-skid floor stabilizers for added security
Height-adjustable frame supports users up to 6′ 6″ and 300 pounds
Side holder for cell phones, eyeglasses, watches etc.
Measures 26″ x 62″ x 49″ and weighs 76 pounds
Folds for storage