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Exercise Machines
The Proform Elliptical Trainer Delivers A Gym Quality Workout
March 1st, 2016
Tired of the same old exercise routine? ProForm believes they have found the cure for monotonous workouts. The ProForm Elliptical Trainer offers all the features of traditional elliptical machines in addition to twelve different workouts, two interactive video games and iPod-ready speakers. Staying motivated, even entertained, during a workout can be the difference between having a fit six-pack or a couch-potato keg. ProForm’s new Trainer claims to “turn exercise time into play time!” The elliptical machine comes with two interactive games, “Fat Blocker” and “Calorie Destroyer” that can be played through the on-board screen.
Each game is based on a simple premise: the more you put into your workout, the better you will do in the game. Among users of the ProForm device, the only complaint has to do with the initial setup. “[The ProForm Elliptical Trainer] is smooth and sturdy,” a number of customers agreed. However, several said “[It] took two people three hours to put together. Almost everything is put together with an allen wrench.” Users describe ProForm workouts as “gym quality” which “you totally feel the next day.” Reviews of the on-board games were mixed, but almost every customer agrees the iPod connector is a “great feature” which provides personal energy and entertainment.
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Exercise Machines
Under Your Desk Stamina InStride Mini Exercise Bike Delivers
December 24th, 2015
The Stamina InStride Cycle XL is a great workout system that operates as a seatless-exercise bike. Although it may appear different at first glance, the mini exercise bike is small and compact, saving space and money. With the health benefits that cycling has to offer, this mini exercise bike is a great way to improve health while being able to use the bike anywhere. The design ditches the seat, making this machine super portable and easy to use. To use the mini exercise bike, simply sit in a chair or lie on the floor, slip the feet through the pedals and cycle away. The rubber straps lock the feet in so that you have a secure grip the entire workout.
Plus you have option to pedal in forward or backward positions. If you feel tired, you can rest your legs and slip your arms through the machine instead, giving your upper body a workout as well. Although the compact exercise bike has great reviews, many of them are mixed with product owners at both ends of the spectrum. Online reviews agree that the portable exercise bike is easy to use and perfect for quick cardiovascular workouts, especially with the portability of the machine. However, some online reviews have had trouble with the bike, saying that it has a poor design and lacks durability. Overall, these mini exercise bikes are a great buy, perfect for short workouts that are intended to strengthen the body, lower the metabolism and increase flexibility.
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Exercise Machines
Best Fitness Folding Weight Bench Is An Affordable Workout Bench
October 24th, 2015
Fitness fads come and go in America, and as much as we may hate to admit it we have all fallen for at least one of these crazy fads. Aside from those crazy things like Jazzercise and Step Aerobics, staying fit and sculpting an attractive body is still a major part of millions of individuals’ lives. Millions of Americans enroll at gyms both large and small around the country, but many never think to build their own home gym to save time and money. The best way to start a home gym is with a reliable centerpiece like the Best Fitness Bench. This folding weight bench is a multi-position bench for conducting free weight workouts with dumbbells and barbells.
The adjustable bench from Best Fitness features five different positions ranging from a 10 degree decline to a 70 degree incline. Constructed with a powder-coated finish and 1.75 inch upholstered pad, the weight lifting bench is both reliable and comfortable. Best Finish doesn’t have the market cornered when it comes to adjustable benches, but it does have advantages over other models. While there are less expensive models and others with an even wider range of motion, this incline and decline weight bench appears better constructed than others. The overwhelming majority of online reviewers were in favor of the adjustable bench from Best Finish. Those who objected to its design were those individuals of a larger stature who felt unstable during their workouts on this bench, citing a design that was too short and narrow. As a result, this portable home weight bench may not be the perfect tool for everyone, especially for those individuals of a larger stature. Aside from physical limitations, the adjustable bench from Best Finish would be a great starting point for any home gym.
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