Monday, February 8th, 2010

The Stamina 55-2065 merges the benefits of both an elliptical trainer and a stepper into one unit for upper and lower body toning and a low-impact cardiovascular workout.
This sleek and relatively compact model employs a heavy duty flywheel-resistance and belt-drive train to operates quietly and smoothly.
The elliptical mode blends stair climbing, cycling, skiing, and walking [...]

When compared to traditional upright stationary bikes, the reclined position of a recumbent offers more comfort and ergonomic back support while reducing strain on the arms, back and neck.
Stamina Fusion bikes represent a new category of exercise bike that combines the conventional feel of an upright with the comfort a recumbent.
The Stamina 4545 is smooth [...]

The design and construction of the Stamina 9200 CPS Indoor Cycling Bike helps bring the visceral experience of cycling outdoors on a road bike into your living room or home gym.
This spinning bike runs smoothly and quietly on a weighted flywheel that gains speed in a manner that feels like an outdoor bike. The durable [...]

The Stamina 1215 is a budget rowing machine, similar to the 1205 model, but adds free motion arms for a full range of motion that better mimics the experience of rowing on water. The arms can move both vertically and horizontally, creating a realistic  circular rowing motion.
Rowing is one of the most efficient all [...]

This versatile device, originally conceived by Joseph Pilates himself, is adept at toning, building strength and developing balanced, controlled body movements.
The Magic Circle will add variety to your resistance training as an alternative to using weights or a strength training machine. It’s durable and somewhat rigid, but includes soft, high-quality foam molded handles for comfort [...]

The first line of promotional copy for this little elliptical is “Forget the gym.” What? That’s a bold and misleading statement. By no means will this device replace working out at a gym or using a more complete and versatile home exercise machine.
The foot-pedal only design of the Stamina 55-1610 has distinct disadvantages when compared [...]

The word "Pilates" has been attached to a broad variety of exercise machines with a wide range of price points — a basic home option can be had for a couple hundred bucks while commercial gym quality models may exceed $5,000. For those new to Pilates we suggest reading this excellent article from Wikipedia [...]

We give a borderline recommendation to this rowing machine for the space saving design, functional mechanics and affordability. Like most Stamina products this is a good option for casual fitness enthusiasts who may not be able to spend a fortune on a high end piece of home exercise equipment.
The Stamina 1205 is a precision rower [...]

As the economic downturn continues we’re keeping an eye out for low cost, reliable equipment that does what it’s meant to do, without excessive features — or cost.
Those familiar with hydraulic steppers know the experience is just not the same as climbing aboard a high-end elliptical or motorized stair stepper at the gym. This stepper [...]

The Stamina Ab / Hyper Bench helps develop essential core strength, upper and lower abs and powerful back muscles. The incline is easily adjustable to allow a quick increase or decrease in workout intensity. The four crunch positions range from fully flat to a 30 degree decline.
In addition to ab workouts The Stamina Ab / [...]

We chose to cover and recommend this bike because it’s rare that equipment in this price range doesn’t skimp on what we consider essential features.
The Stamina 15-0200 InTone achieves it’s main purpose — a folding, space saving design — but doesn’t leave out important extras like resistance level controls, an LCD monitor, speed, distance, and [...]

This top of the line Pilates machine is a great representative of those in the private Pilates gyms. It’s easy enough to use for beginners but strong enough for the most advanced user.
The Stamina Pilates Premier allows you to perform 32 exercises, is low impact and easy on the joints. Quiet, ultra-smooth rollers bear the [...]

Help counteract the daily stresses that contribute to a stiff, sore back and neck. Ease tension and increase circulation while relieving pressure on the spinal column. When the body’s weight is suspended from the lower body, gravity decompresses the joints. This is particularly beneficial for the spine as it relieves pressure on the discs and [...]

The Crystal Edge Exercise Ball improves flexibility, core strength, coordination, balance, and muscle tone. Your body alignment is corrected while exercising, making your workout more effective with less risk of injury. Just sitting on the Crystal Edge Exercise Ball forces you to balance, strengthening your stabilizing muscles.

On the included DVD, Pilates expert Marjolein Brugman will [...]

Rowing is widely known to be one of the best all around activities for cardiovascular fitness and strength. The Stamina Body Trac Glider 1050 Rowing Machine provides a total body workout that is efficient, effective, low-impact and utilizes all major muscle groups including the back, legs, arms, abdominals and buttocks. This is a compact, portable [...]