I hate to exercise. I absolutely hate it. But, it's something I am very aware that I need to do. Being someone who can't handle heat or humidity, I opted for an indoor activity. I already have a treadmill, but it's so boring and I actually caused a foot problem by using it. So, the next idea was a bike.Years ago I had one of the old style bikes, the kind that sit straight up and are...

My mom saw this machine on tv and really wanted it. Well she didn't buy it when she saw it and the show didn't come on the next week..so she sent her daughter searching on the internet for it. I found it in a couple of places and bought it for her on ebay ($150.00).I wasn't sure she was going to be really happy with this, it is suppose to be a very good exercise machine for your hip...

I bought the Fluidity Dance Bar after spending many late nights watching infomercials. Something about this one just really stuck out, and I decided that I had to try it. Now, I'm no fitness nut, but I have some post-baby weight to lose, and thought this would be a good way to tone up.  And it is! The workouts are so incredibly enjoyable that the 30 minutes goes by in a flash, but afte...

The Bodyblade exercise tool is not something for amateurs. This tool, which is shaped like a long thin paddle is made to provide maximum resistance for arm and core exercises.The bodyblade is made of a sturdy, flexible material that provides heavy amounts of quick resistance. As you go to move the blade back and forth in a fast motion, it oscillates quickly and makes your target muscles work to...

I bought the Ab Roller Plus after the product made its way to stores. This is the original promoted by actress Brenda Dykgraaf. Today there are many different ab machines available and Ab Roller has variations of the original for sale. You can still get the original at re-used sports shops, on eBay, and at garage sales for between $20 and $60 dollars. Overall, this machine is pretty well put to...

Did you ever think you could add 100+ pounds to your bench press by just putting on a shirt? Did you think all bench press shirts were created equally? The Titan Katana is the absolute best single ply (layer) polyester bench press shirt I have ever used. For those who are unfamiliar with a bench shirt; it is an extremely tight fitting shirt that is made out of a stiff, heavy material. When you ...

The ValSlide is my new do it all, anywhere piece of fitness equipment- and the best part is it doesn't take up an entire corner of my living room.  In fact, the ValSlide doesn't require any folding, storing or putting together.  It consists of two pieces that can fit in the palm of your hand.   The ValSlide was created to target your thighs and butt, and it...

Working out is one of my biggest concerns. I try everything, from yoga to running. One day, while I was strolling around the mall, I saw these Trim Sports Hoop hanging on the store's windows. Some background information about myself is that I love to hula hoop. It was one of my favorite childhood hobby. I used to hula hoop for hours while watching television and reading books. I even walked...

The barbell squat is one of the most effective exercises to build not only your legs but your muscle all over your body. The squat also has very high metabolic effects which means it helps your body burn more fat. The problem with barbell squats is that then the bar is lying across the shoulders it can be a very painful experience. When something is painful, your a lot less likely to do it. Wel...

If you don't have room for alot of exercise equipment in your home or office, I suggest you get this Mini Step and Flex machine.  It's really compact and believe it or not, it gives you a great workout.You can attach the single bar to the machine or use the two handles.  Either way, you can work your upper body at the same time you step into shape.  On the top of the step...

The Titan Super Centurion is the ultimate single ply (layer) polyester squat suit on the market right now. This suit will take your squat to new levels, 100+, 150+, even 200+ pounds more added on to your current squat. The Super Centurion is the real deal. For those unfamiliar, a squat suit is an extremely tight fitting (mine takes me a half hour to get on) one piece suit (looks like a wrestler...

I have had the opportunity to practice on several indoor rowers over the past few years, even though I prefer training out on the water.  This winter though, I desperately needed to update rowing equipment especially because I was not able to make it to the gym to use their single rowing machine as much as I wanted to.After using the indoor rowing machine that belonged to a private rowing ...

I have a long night at work while the gentlemen in my care are sleeping, and I like to do things that will get my blood flowing to keep in shape. One of the gentlemen in my care owns a Lifemax Fan Bike and he graciously allows me to use it. He loves working out for half an hour at a time on his Lifemax Fan Bike, but I'm just not a big fan of it.The seat is wide and cushioned, and comfortabl...

Since the first Ab Lounge hit the market in television informercials it was at the top of my list of excercise equipment to try out. Two kids and a lot of unhealthy eating a few years later I finally decided to try out the new Ab Lounge Sport a dear friend of mine recieved for Christmas. I have to say that you feel the effects in only minutes. That burning sensation in your abs letting you know...

The only thing that I have to say about the ProForm XP Trainer 580 is phenomenal. OK in my young day's I was a pretty chubby kid so I asked my parents if my parents and I could chip in to get the ProForm XP Trainer 580 and we agreed to do that, and thanks to this baby I lost about 45 pounds in 7 months and boy was I glad that we got this machine. Ok let me begin by saying that the reason I ...

The Total Gym 14000 is an all-in-one piece of exercise equipment that is used for the home and rehabilitation settings to provide strengthening. I have used it in a rehabilitation setting, and can speak to it from there. The system comes with a variety of exercise already established in a handout/booklet, and is easy to follow with the pictures in it. The Total Gym will strengthen both the uppe...

Do you want rock hard abs and regular situps are not working? If so, then try the AB ROLLER! It is effective and easy to use. The ab roller supports your head and neck with the cushion while doing each repitition. This ab roller is going to specifically work on your abs and help eliminate the neck and back strain with regular situps. On the top of the ab roller is a soft foam grip so you do not...

This is indeed an all weather , all terrainand an intelligent bike beacuse you can cycle anytime and anywhere with personal data input.Pros: It allows us to programme our personal data into the bike for a quick checkup before we cycle everytime. It has 6 preset programmes of Rolling - for moderate workout , Valley - for increasing intense workout . Fat burn - for intensive workout to ...

Working out with a Bosu Ballast Ball is ten times easier and more effective than just working out with a traditional medicine ball.  The Ballast Ball is different because it is filled with a little bit of sand to provide you balance and stay where you put it.  Like the name, it works like a ship's ballast to provide stability and support.  You can use the Ballast ball in all ...

I have been using jetstream studio 3 for 4 years. It has helped me developed my muscles. Options available:  Weights: 45.5 kg and can be upgradedExercices: 20+Pulleys; Often get blockCords: nylon but the black protection on it get used quickly and need to be changed but easily available at Gym centers,Can develop your shoulder, chest, arm. It lack exercises for weight lost, have devel...