There are probably better hand grips but this one is good.The padding helps you keep your grip if you start to sweat.And the resistance is adequate.Product Description
The perfext tool for quickly and effectively building hand, wrist and forearm strength in just minutes a day. Soft padded grips provide extra comfort.
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I'm very pleased with my Hula chair. It does everything it claimed to do, and it is helping with my pain from a spinal stenosis (pinched nerve) due to arthritis. The Hula chair is a well-designed, efficient device that makes exercise very easy.Product Description
Wake up naturally in the morning without coffee or unhealthy energy drinks! Experience better overall health with our patented Hula Chair. This modern miracle combines the best of ancient traditional Chinese medicine with 21st century space-age technology. Improve your balance and coordination as it gently aligns your spine and improves blood circulation. You ll love how it feels as it works out your abs and mid-section. And there s no better way to warm up for any activity. You ll never experience a more pleasurable workout! Simply sit upright in the Hula Chair, press the button and let its elliptical motion work wonders on your body.
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The Ab Slings are better than I expected. They are heavy duty commercial grade slings better than some I have seen in a lot of gyms. I love them. Amazon was great as well. Product was ordered and delivered with no problems I was using the Ab slings within a week of placing my order.Product Description
Buy 1 set get a 2nd set FREE*****Overstock sale, limited time***Ab Sling Ab Harness Ab Arm Cuff for Hanging Ab Exercises Super tough product and so comfortable to use This is built APT tough and works your abs SUPER HARD!! All you need is something to hook the clips to like a pull up bar Small enough to take to your OWN gym and BURN your abs!!!!
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After buying two leather belts from a local sporting goods store (and having both of them break because of a defect). I decided it was time to get a serious belt. Click Here to see more reviews about: Suede Power Belt Black (S)
I live on the 3rd floor of an apartement building and have wooden floors. I wanted a mat, to save my floors as well as muffle up the sounds and vibrations, so I can feel free to use my treadmill at any hour. This mat may be fine for my floors, as any other mat would be, but it doesn't muffle any sounds. I listened from a floor below, and the sounds are as bad as before.Product Description
This mat is a great way to protect your treadmill and your flooring. Made from PVC, it will help major parts of your treadmill last longer.
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The overall construction is not bad, however, two key pieces are of lower quality than they should be.The seat and arm rest, which support all your effort/weight, are made out of wood.When using this bench, I heard a creaking sound of wood already.I wonderhow long it will last before the wood gives way.I like to lift heavy weight with my arms, so it is not ideal for me.
If you are serious about gaining big mass in your arms,you are better off spending the money buying a more sturdy and more serious preacher curl bench.This particular product is only for the casual user that is just trying to get a light toning in the arms or just get a light work out.
In trying to achieve serious mass on your arms, you can break this product, and get injured in the process.
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There's no question that the best exercise for building thick, crowned biceps is the bicep curl. Enter the PowerLine PPB32X preacher curl bench, which isolates the muscles effectively to eliminate cheating and minimize elbow stress. The bench is made of heavy-gauge steel, with an extra-wide, adjustable seat for comfort and cushioned arm pads to protect the elbow joints. The electrostatically applied powder-coated finish, meanwhile, helps the bench hold up to heavy use through the years. Also boasting a weight capacity of 300 pounds, the PPB32X measures 36 by 37 by 33 inches (W x H x D), weighs 42 pounds, and carries a 10-year warranty on the frame and a one-year warranty on all other parts.
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It broke almost immediately and they refused to do anything about it, since I called a couple days after the one month return time was over.Not recommended - either the product OR the company who supplies it.
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Optimize your workout! Burn more calories, Improve Cardio Fitness by staying in your Target Range. The Heart rate monitor ring is perfect for fitness, sport and efficient exercise. 3-in-1 functions include Heart Rate Monitor, Stopwatch and Clock. Usable on any finger. Also includes Lanyard with safety lock, Carry box, Spare battery, size reducing pad and instruction manual. Available Color: Red
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This machine is not worth the price.I was expecting much, much better performance than it delievers.It is definitely not characteristic of how a $[...] exercise machine should operate.The action is harsh and very unsmooth.Friction is apparent to the point where I had to wait for the handle attachment to "catch-up" with my hands.I have used $[...] weight machines that operated more smoothly.I contacted the manufacturer, Body Flex Sports, and emailed them many pictures and vidoes to see if I had assembled something incorrectly.I was told that I had assembled it correctly, but that the machine "is what it is" and there was nothing they could or would do.Very disappointing and frustrating.I would not recommend this machine to anyone.The only positive thing about this whole transaction has been Amazom[...].The unit was originally shipped to the wrong address, and was missing parts but all in all Amazon has come through and made it right.Product Description
Work out all the major muscle groups without investing in several separate machines with the Body Max XMT6700 multifunction trainer. The trainer is equipped with a horizontal plate adjuster that offers eight positions spanning 100 degrees of adjustment, and a vertical plate adjuster with 12 adjustment positions over 160 degrees. Add in the multi-angle swivel pulley and you can perform dozens of exercises, from chest and shoulder flys to bicep curls to leg squats. The trainer also sports two 100-pound weight stacks with magnetic selector pins, all housed in a nylon shroud. Best of all, the machine fits in just about any home or commercial environment, from small apartments and condos to gyms with limited space. Combining the feel of free weights with the safety of a machine, the XMT6700 multifunction trainer carries a lifetime warranty on the frame and a one-year warranty on parts.
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Wow, this dvd is not for the faint of heart.It's tough and challenging and even I who is pretty fit, found it tough going.Slowly but surely it's getting a little easier, but you may find it intimidating at first and yet you should really try and stick to it because it's worth the results that will follow.Product Description
Using the Body Bar, Body weight, and pure determination, this is a workout to be conquered! COMMENTS FROM JEN, OWNER OF ADVANCED WORKOUTS: Mindy calls this workout "The Ultimate Nonstop Cardio & Srength Rush!" and she's totally not kidding. If you're not at an advanced fitness level, PLEASE do not buy this workout. Get something else, something easier -- because ALL SYSTEMS GO! is not easy, for sure!After the warm-up, theres a strength/cardio segment, then Cardio Drill #1, another strength/cardio, Cardio Drill #2, and a third strength/cardio segment. Your heart rate is always elevated, anaerobically and aerobically, and the weight work is made more intense by the challenging balance moves. I grabbed my 24-pound Body Bar when I began the workout (thinking I'd go light, HA!), but quickly had to move to my 18-pound Bar (I even went down to the 12-pound Bar for some of the ultra-tough floor work). As I sit here typing, I've just finished the workout ... my legs are still trembling, my shoulders are on fire, and I feel PUMPED. I totally recommend this workout, especially for all those Cathe fans out there who are looking for a workout as intense as what she has to offer. This is it, for sure! But again, I have to remind you -- if you're not at an advanced fitness level, this workout will be too much for you unless you follow the modifications and use a light weight.
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The problem with this DVD is that you can't follow the workout at all. The instructors have horrible cuing - much of the time they don't at all. The couple of times that I tried the workout I got no exercise because I had to keep stopping to figure out what they were doing so I ended up going on runs afterwards. I was compeltely left in the dust. I don't do step classes regularly, however, I *am* familar with the basic step moves and I've taken enough classes over the last 10 years that I haven't been lost in that I think I should have been able to catch on to any reasonable video. Just to be sure I asked my sister - who *teaches* step aerobics to try it out and tell me what she thinks. She agreed that it had nothing to do with my experience level. My sister got lost also. These insructors seem like they would have a lot to offer if they could just keep the audience on the same page with them. If you buy this, you need to be prepared to spend a very significant amount of time learning it before you can actually get a workout in.Product Description
Featuring Laura Downing, Melissa Cantillo, and Mark Hendricks. Laura is a Master Class presenter, member of Power Punch performance team, presented for City of Hope. Melissa, ACE, AFAA, Cycle Reebok and Aerobox Certified. Mark, AFAA Certified for over 6 years, Master class presenter in a variety of specialities..
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Lama Surya Das presents a very profound lesson for anyone who has studied in depth yoga, meditation, etc. It is not a traditional "How to Book."The sublties that he weaves throughout the dialogue require attention and concentration.His lightness does "Awaken the Buddhist Heart" and the hearts of all who have done spiritual work.Product Description
Listen with Real Player installed.In the secret teachings of ancient Tibet, the dream state is known as Fourth Time, a malleable realm where the past, present, and future meet. It was here that the first meditation masters of Tibet developed a way to speed their progress through the stages of enlightenmentwhile they were asleep.
On Tibetan Dream Yoga, respected meditation teacher Lama Surya Das teaches these exercises to awaken fully within the fabric of our dreamsplus specific yogic dreaming techniques to enhance creativity, overcome deep-rooted fears, and free ourselves from harmful habits in our waking lives. Enhanced features include video exercises from Lama Surya Das Tibetan Energy Yoga and Natural Meditation, the flute music of Tibetan musician Nawang Khechog, and an interview with the author.
NOTE: These CD-ROM format enhanced CDs containing audio, music and video clips are meant to be played on your computer, using an internet connection, speakers and Real Player programs, which are free for downloading.
Lama Surya Das is one of the most learned and highly trained American-born lamas in the Tibetan Dzogchen tradition. For over 30 years, he has studied with the great spiritual masters of Tibet, India, and Asia. Born Jeffrey Allen Miller, he left home for college in the 1960s; went to Woodstock; marched in anti-war rallies in Washington; graduated Phi Beta Kappa from SUNY, Buffalo; then went to India and Asia on a spiritual ...
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VersaSteps are fun to train with.My clients are literally on their toes when I use these in their sessions.They are exceptional and extremely challenging.When used frequently, you will experience and develop your ability to balance and focus.The end result....a stronger, more flexible body.Product Description
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Arrange these colorful air-filled steps in different stepping patterns to combine balance training and motor skill development in personal training, rehab, and youth programming.
Place them flat side down for a basic challenge and pebble side down for an advanced challenge.
Includes carry bag. Soft PVC.
Colors may vary. 5" diam. x 4" H. 1 lb. Ships inflated.
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How exciting to be the very first person to review this remarkable CD.I could shrink back in fear.
I could turn back now and let someone else be the first to review this CD.
I could go on to tell you that this is a very inspirational recording that will quickly train your mind to go into a deep meditative state but you must have the willingness, the desire, the enthusiasm to let the OM...the AUM... move through every cell of your body so that you will awaken from your sleep and come to know with Jesus as well as the other Spiritual Masters that we are gods in the making
We are?
We are.
WE ARE!
And because we are gods in practice as well as gods in reality we must train our minds and remind our hearts that we are the eyes, ears, hands, and feet of the Divine and this CD can help us to reawaken...it really can.
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The Om invokes the all that is otherwise inexpressible; it is the highest spiritual sound on the earth. Using the latest electronic technology, in this soothing, uplifting and spiritually inspiring tape, Valley of the Sun has synthesized various pitches from human voices intoning the Om at the prescribed vibrations. Ideal for meditation, massage or relaxation.
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The product arrived earlier than I expected, which was a plus. During the installation process, I noticed the manufacturing defect on the bottom parallel support beam (the one that connects the vertical legs). As a result, the stand is a little crooked. It's not balanced and wobbles a bit so I had to jam a piece of cardboard under it to keep the it stable. The pull-up bar is a hollow tube and feels flimsy while I'm exercising. I'm not a big guy and weigh only 160 pounds. At times, I get the uneasy feeling that the pull-up bar will bend and snap off.The rubber grips keep slipping off while doing pull-ups so I removed them and wrapped the bar with tape. Don't try performing pull-ups too fast or else this stand will tip over. This equipment stands 85 inches tall and is 24.5 inches wide. The dip handles feel sturdy, but again, try not to do it too fast or else it will tip. For the price, you can find other better equipments. I decided to get this one because the dimensions fit my home gym. I didn't pay full retail price for it since I had a gift card, still, I was expecting better quality. Product Description
BEST FITNESS BFVK10 Vertical Knee Raise. The BFVK10 Vertical Knee Raise stands ready to help you tighten your abs and define your upper body muscles. This single-station, multifunction workhorse is intelligently designed to combine ab-blasting vertical knee raise and oblique routines with muscle defining dip, pushup and chin stations. Built to last and designed to perform, the BFVK10 offers a lightweight solution to a heavyweight series of upper body exercises.
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I know this item is made by a small company so I was reluctant to post a negative review.However, I'm doing so to be fair to other people who want to order.What you get for your 57 bucks is: a plastic handle on a metal strip, 2 bolts, an axle the bolts screw into, an allen wrench to screw the bolts, one page of instructions, and a brochure extolling kettlebells.Oh, and two washers.The hardware looks kind of grubby, like it was made in a back alley in some 3rd world country, and has an unpleasant-smelling lubrication on it. It is not something you will want to let out of the garage.
So why is it 57 bucks? I guess because kettlebells are "hot" right now so everything about them is overpriced.If you saw this little kit in a store, you might be willing to pay 25 bucks for it.
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These adjustable kettlebell handles use standard weight plates. This is much more efficient and space saving than buying a whole set of kettlebells. This is only for one kettlebell handle. If you want 2 kettlebell handles, please note a quantity of 2! Weight plates are not included.
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I use my Nodic Track Pro a lot and was bummed when the drive roller went bad.I ordered a replacement and it was easy to install and I was quickly back on track.(The other drive roller went soon after and I did the same thing for it.)Product Description
This is a replacement drive roller for a standard, classic NordicTrack model which would include the All-American, Challenger, Sequoia, Excel, Pro, Achiever, and Medalist machines. Will not fit Plus models and some other models with odd sizes. Email us if you have a questions whether this will work or not.
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With a rating of 1, it's way over rated.Cheap, plastic a mere toy.Our drummer picked one up and trashed in less than a week. Products of this (low) quality only make suspect ANY item for sale on an info-mercial.I was pleasently surprised that I was able to pull it up on Amazon and give it a proper burial.Save your money, hit the floor and give a batch of crunches a go.Product Description
6 Second Abs - Ab Crunch Machine - DVD Version review is the perfect solution for you! Unlike other ab exercise machines, you can work your entire abdominals while sitting, retaining good form. Works your Upper Abs, Obliques, and Lower Abs all at once, giving you the perfect all-around abdominal workout. You can also use 6 Second Abs to target specific muscles.6 Second Abs can be more effective than traditional crunches and you may see dramatic results in as little as one week. The two included videos will guide you to the perfect workout and the diet and exercise guidebook will help you to complement your abs workout for maximum results. Don't pay expensive gym membership fees. Buy this incredible low-cost and effective 6 Seconds Abs program and see your dream of having the perfect abs being realized in the comfort of your own home in no time
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I bought two of these at the same time and found that the roller attachment doesn't move as smoothly as I had hoped because is rubs against its plastic casing at times.Having three attachment options (roller, trigger point ball, and back scratcher) is nice, but in all honesty I don't use the back scratcher much.The trigger point ball is good for kneeding knotted up muscles or sore areas, while the roller is good for massaging a larger area.I have no problems recommending this item to family and friends.Product Description
The SoloMAX Massage Tool is a unique self-massage tool that offers the user multiple massage attachment options for all of their different types of aches and pains. The user can choose the very popular smooth Roller Wheel attachment for a soothing rolling massage of sore and tired soft tissue, or the one inch Acupressure Knob for more intense direct pressure of tight trigger points.The SoloMax also offers a third bonus option, the three-finger scratcher for scratiching those hard to reach places. The SoloMAX is also designed with a quick release tab to easily breakdown the unit for convenient travel.Comes in assorted colors, sorry no color choice.
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This has proved to be a great belt for the water, the blocks are moveable so you can space them around your waist. This helps the belt from riding up, Have tried other belts and think this is the best.Product Description
The Aqua Fitness Belt from Speedo provides you with the stability and support you need to perform various water fitness exercises. The removable foam pieces allow for buoyancy adjustment and can be customized for your body's needs. The webbed mesh belt with quick-release buckle make it comfortable, simple to adjust, and easy to remove.
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This is a very good product. It would be nice if there were sizes for those pitchers with longer arms. The one we have doesn't go over enough of the elbow because of the length of the arm. If it's one size fits all it need to take into account longer arm lengths.Product Description
Relieves sore, aching muscles and joints. Ideal for warming up prior to pitching and cooling down afterward. Fully microwavable and freezable. Remains pliable and contours to body. Fully adjustable, reusable, and non-toxic.One size fits all.
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This is my first encounter with Christi- and I am really not pleased with the dvd.I have taken aerobics classes before and this dvd moves way too fast and she does not explain what you should be doing with your body.There is a feature on the dvd to move through the combinations slower with the instructor, however all she does is count off by 8's; not give you a description of what you should be doing.All in all, only get this if you are a REALLY fast learner and already extremely proficient in aerobics and dance- otherwise, it's not worth it.
Product Description
Christi's Invisible warm-up concept allows you to enjoy incredible cardiovascular training right from the beginning by incorporating vital warm-up movements placed ingenuously within the first 5 minutes, while at the same time elevating the heart rate quickly for maximum calorie burn! This Hot Cardio workout takes off instantly toward exciting and challenging Hi/Lo Aerobic training. A challenging workout, but can be modified for beginners.
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Bought this for my son, he loves it. It has held up well, He fools around with it often with his brothers. It has made them all alittle stronger when thrown at you, it feels much heavier than 30lbs.Click Here to see more reviews about: Power Med Ball 30 lb
For those seeking something "different" in their workouts, this product does give you that.But I found it very limiting, especially at 5 lbs.A 5 lb. medicine ball is great for many explosive type exercises, but with handles it just does not give you the same effect.For example, in doing "lunges", it's just not taxing enough unless you begin to do a high amount of repetitions...okay for endurance but not overall strength.A short bar with weight plates locked in the middle gives you the same with the advantage of adding weight if desired...same if placed at one end of a dumbbell bar for the wrist exercises.However, if looking for some variety or training young athletes, the item has"limited" use and can be incorporated into an overall training.But I would not recommend it for all your workout needs.A regular medicine ball is far much better, or at least one with the handles built-in...these will give you more options at a lower price.
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This is a great quality Tricep bar for anyone looking to add another excercise to their arm workout routine.Product Description
Features:Fits Olympic plates.Chrome plated solid steel bar.Comfortable hand knurls.Weight: 23 pounds.Includes 2 collars.Length: 34".
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If you want a REAL Makiwara, MAKE ONE~! For example, Just wrap a thick phone book with a Duct tape would make an excellent Makiwara.Product Description
Canvas hard hitting board. Solid base wood construction. Sturdy mounting brackets allow makiwara to be mounted on a wall. Dimensions: 4.25" x 16" x 2"
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You need to understand step calls follow cues with no lead time, but an excellent workout!Product Description
Tracey Staehle returns with another adrenalin-pumping, advanced level step workout.Over 60 minutes of pure cardio. Packed with both high and low intensity for variation and maximum fat-burning. Featuring 10 innovative step combos exclusively choreographed for this workout. For maximum fat burn, the 10 step combos are alternated with 10 anaerobic intervals. Includes a bonus stability ball section to challenge your core, along with ab work on the step. A modifier is included during the entire workout so you can customize your routine to fit your fitness level level. Includes pre-mixes so you can indulge in longer or shorter versions of the workout.
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Okay, let's be honest---- who really "needs" one of these?Hmmm... maybe a surfer that is landlocked or a skateboarder that is serious about toning the muscles they really need.I am neither of these.However, I splurged!And with the lower price it didn't even hurt.Yes, it used to be priced at $499 (maybe even $599).I have loved using it.I actually use it after the treadmill for some extra core balance and abs exercises.I'm not heralding it as the latest and greatest exercise machine, but it is fun and I am using it... and I'm still on the first setting!
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I've had the book for several years and it's a great reference guide for overall women's health. Whenever i want a quick guide research it through this book first. I've loaned it out so many times..... GREAT Book!!!Product Description
Christiane Northrup's vision of mind-body wellness has received an extraordinary response from women all over the world. Womens Bodies, Women's Wisdom powerfully demonstrates that when women change the basic conditions of their lives that lead to health problems, they heal faster, more completely, and with far fewer medical interventions. She guides readers through the entire range of womens health problems and offers innovative, positive perspectives on normal processes, such as menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause. Filled with dramatic case histories from her medical practice in Maine, Womens Bodies, Womens Wisdom is contemporary medicine at its best, combining new technologies with natural remedies and the miraculous healing powers within the body itself.
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This is the unpadded and much less expensive version of walking belts for the Healthrider S500i. The one I bought is working fine. Instructions for installation were included, as was additonal lubricant. Product Description
A durable walking belt of the highest quality, it has an exceptional one year warranty. It has pre-lubed, with an additional tube of lube for suggested use at 6-8 months after installation. Unlike some factory belts, a Treadmill Doctor replacement walking belt does not have a foul smell!Model Number(s) include HRTL12990, HRTL12991, HRTL12992, HRTL12993, HRTL12994, HRTL12995.
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I am an avid stepper and I found the step workouts on these dvds to be way too difficult for any normal person.Christi gives you the option to follow herself as she does the more complex moves or you can follow her fellow steppers, but the camera view is mainly on Christi so it is difficult to see the other steppers and her queing is not easy to follow.I would not recommend this dvd.Product Description
Join Christi as she jumps, twists and leaps through fun and challenging aerobics! She will begin with a wonderful warm-up and end with a complete cool-down and stretch for maximum cardiovascular and flexibility benefits.
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I have seen this exact same item elsewhere for only $6. These are ridiculously overpriced.There is absolutely no way you should pay that much for an add-on weight. Spend a little time searching online and you'll find them for far, far less, in 2.5, 5, and 7.5 pound weights.
Product Description
Rubber Coated Add-On Weight 5 lbs.
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Bought these gloves as a gift for a friend who was having some issues moving up to heavier free weights.She wanted to take her workout to a highter level, but had some discomfort with grip and feeling of "stretched skin on her hands" (as she described it. Day after giving her the gloves, she emailed me about how much better her workouts were with them.Product Description
The Harbinger Fitness Womens Flex Fit Weightlifting Glove protects serious weightlifters hands from soreness and blisters while still offering ultimate comfort while weightlifting. The FlexFit design is for athletes who require the maximum range of motion in a minimal glove design. Short finger length reduces unwanted bulk for easy finger articulation.
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I've been doing IMAX2, LoMax, IMAX3 and other workouts for several years; I was looking for something to spice up my step routines. Nekea was the solution! This workout is so much fun to the point of being addictive for me. As others have said, Nekea has a great personality; she is very genuine and encouraging. Some of the "quick feet" steps were a little difficult the first time around, but I am catching on. This is a great addition to the collection of the intermediate or advanced stepper. I appreciate the fact that the cardio lasts for nearly an hour. Also, the stretching and abs section is wonderful. I REALLY love this entire workout.Click Here to see more reviews about: CIA 2703: Amazing Hot Stepping (with Nekea Brown) DVD
I am an intermediate/advanced exerciser who is always looking for non-traditional core workouts, so when I heard that Tracey Staehle - who has a reputation for producing innovative workouts for advanced exercisers - was producing a new DVD utlising a variety of equipment, I was very excited. I have Tracey's earlier core workout, Tracey Staehle's Core Strength & Conditioning DVD, 45 minutes of very tough core work using a stability ball, so I was expecting something of similar intensity. What I got, however, was 50 minutes of core work I can barely feel. I would rate "Core Blast" as suitable for beginners or low-intermediates at best."Core Blast" provides nine mini-workouts, each about five minutes long, grouped into three 15-minute segments - standing abs; abs on the stability ball, step or BOSU; and floor abs. The standing abs include five minutes each of boxer's bobs and weaves, oblique work with a dumbbell, and medicine ball work. This section is fun and provides a nice warm-up.
The step/BOSU section isn't very challenging. In one exercise called "get up and get down", you sit on the step or BOSU and quickly stand up without using your hands for support. It looked tough on the preview clip I saw, but was surprisingly easy.
The floor section includes planks and a different take on Pilates. The Pilates was fun, but again, too easy.
Throughout the DVD, there is a lot of giggling and banter between Tracey and her background exercisers, one of whom is her sister Jill. This is cute at first but gets very irritating on repeated viewings. Tracey repeatedly refers to Jill as a "rock star" - a descriptor which even appears on the back cover of the DVD!
All up, after doing "Core Blast" several times, I really felt I was wasting my workout time. As well, it's a bother to lug out all that equipment then only use it for five minutes.
If you want challenging ab work which uses different equipment, I would recommend Cathe Friedrich's Hardcore Series: CORE MAX which includes three 20-minute workouts using your bodyweight, a stability ball and a medicine ball; or Mindy Mylrea: All About Abs which is tougher than "Core Max" and incorporates three 15-minute workouts using a medicine ball, a stability ball and your own bodyweight, as well as a bonus 10-minute segment using Mindy's own "gliding disks".
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This 45 minutes workout takes core training to a whole new level. You will stand, sit, lie down (prone & supine) and feel great afterwards. You determine the length of your workout! Mix the exercises to create the ultimate challege for your mid section. Super-sizzling or short and sweet -- you control the custom fit. Equipment used includes a step, stability ball, and dumb bell. Optional equipment (modifications shown without) inlcude a foam roller, med ball, and BOSU.
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Cardio Sweatfest, led by relative fitness newcomer Tracey Staehle, is actually comprised of two workouts, a 60-minute kickboxing routine and a 36-minute Hi-Lo section.Either of the two workouts can be selected from the main menu; this will lead you to submenus which include several premixes for each workout.Kickbox Sweatfest is a drill-style kickbox workout.For the most part, Tracey keeps the combinations quite simple, starting slow at first but kicking up the pace and intensity as you continue.Tracey uses some different terms for some of the moves--eg, back fist/reverse punch, which she also calls temple-sternum--but these are broken down in the "Kickbox Demo" segment featuring Jessica, a martial artist.The workout begins with a 3.5-minute warm-up which starts slow and then incorporates some of the punches and kicks to stretch.For the main body of the workout, there are 8 total combos, each about 6-7 minutes long; with the exception of a few jump kicks, the moves are mostly low-impact, with one of the background exercisers always showing modifications.As mentioned above, each combination features basic choreography (eg, jab-cross-jab-kick), but Tracey mixes things up a bit, sometimes repeating just the kicks or punches at a faster tempo.Following the combinations, there is an additional 7 minutes of arm drills and 3.5 minutes of kicking drills--you definitely will be fried by the end of these!Tracey finishes with a 4-minute cool-down which includes push-ups and some brief stretching for the lower body.The premixes include Shoulder Shredder (19 minutes), Butt Blaster (19 minutes), and Short Sweat (35 minutes; features Combos 4-8).
The Hi-Lo Sweatfest workout has a *slight* Latin flavor but also includes more traditional hi-low moves such as grapevine and some kicks as well.There is a Hi-Lo Combos submenu which features at total of 9 combinations.Unlike in the kickboxing workout, however, these combinations are not stand-alone; rather Tracey teaches this workout in an add-on style with frequent instructions to "take it from the top" and repeat all of the moves.I found the choreography to be a bit trickier here (and Tracey's cueing to be less effective), but given the high number of repetitions, I was eventually able to at least approximate all of the moves.The 4-minute warm-up introduces the opening sequences and also includes some brief stretches.All of the exercises are done up to tempo from the first time around, so your heart rate definitely stays up.In addition, at about the 13-minute left mark, Tracey does a long (4 minutes) jumping jack sequence that is intended to get your heart rate up even further before running through the entire routine one last time.The 6-minute cool-down is led by one of the background exercisers, Donna; it features some of the same choreography as the workout plus some of the moving stretches from the warm-up.The premixes for the Hi-Lo workout include a 44-minute version which incorporates the kickbox drills and an 18-minute combos-only series (no breakdowns).
I'd give the kickboxing portion of this workout 5-stars; the simple choreography combined with intense drills was right up my alley, although those who enjoy more complex workouts may be bored here.I've never been a big fan of Hi-Lo, but the workout here was well-done and also intense, so I'd give it 4-stars.This DVD is a provides plenty of options and is a good deal for intermediate exercisers and above; my final rating is 4 1/2 stars.
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This ultra intense workout begins with 60 minutes of pure Kickbox. This kickbox routine was choreographed by a martial artist and is for the kickbox lover. It focuses on form and power. Moves are done at varying speeds and muscle tone is something you can expect from this workout! Some of the moves include ridgehand, backfist, innerblock, reverse punch, high blocks and elbow smashes. There are 8 combos total and two lengthy drills focusing on upper body and lower body. Get ready to sweat and burn because this dvd has it ALL. Also included in the kickbox is a preview of some of the moves and how they are executed and why they are used. The music is superb and will keep you kicking for the full 60 mins! The Hi-Lo portion of this workout is a quick sweat that will put a smile on your face while elevating your heartrate. The workout combines easier moves with some latin style "hip swinging" and two intensity spikes to get the heart pumping. If your looking to burn calories, sculpt your upper and lower body and have fun at the same time, Cardio Sweatfest is for you! Both workouts include modifiers and premixes for shorter or longer intensity.
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Pros:The repetition will allow you to catch on.The exercisers all move in synch.Cons:I was expecting a high intermediate/advanced workout.The step routine was repetitive and perhaps more directed towards beginners.The neon green background with the big red circle was an awful combination-- considering the exercisers were wearing blue and black. I didn't really care for the music. There aren't many variations to the moves (ie. high impact vs. low impact) which I'm used to from many of my other videos.I got the impression that this was converted from VHS to DVD.I don't really know much about CIA workouts to be sure on this one.. but it wasn't crisp -- as newer dvds are.
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DVD. A step interval workout plus core training, led by Gay Gasper. Gay is an AVIA Fitness Athlete, BOSU Pro Trainer, 1994 IDEA Intn l Presenter, Inside Edition s Fitness Expert, and official Step Trainer of the New York Jets. Workout includes an 8 minute warm-up; 47 minutes of three interval segments consisting of step combos, strength exercises with tubing and weights, and hi-low combos; 5 minute cool-down; 15 minutes of core training and stretch
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The product was incorrectly listed as a "3 pack", which is why I bought it, and then was told by HerbsPro, the shipper, that they would charge me a $25 restocking fee if I returned the item, despite the incorrect listing.It would have been a great deal if 3 sticky mats had actually been included, but the price is entirely too high for such a thin mat.Product Description
Considered the most valuable tool for hatha yoga, the Original Tapas Yoga Mat provides a stable, non-slip surface for your practice. We designed this yoga mat to be lightweight and durable. It offers insulation from cool floors and can be rolled or folded for use in poses.1/8 in. x 24 in. x 68 in. Available in custom lengths.Washable. Product Features:\n- Original Tapas Yoga Mat\n- USA-Made\n- Durable\n- Non-Slip Surface
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The good points about this DVD is that it has a lot of features.There is the main workout, a cool down, a bunch of extra excercises, and even a "combination platters" section that combinesdifferent parts of the main workout with the other excercises.There is also the "choreography 101" and "movemaster" sections that are supposed to help you learn the steps.However, the moves Christi does are simply too complicated.I spent most of my time tripping over myself trying to get the moves instead of breaking a sweat.The "Choreography 101" section shows the basic foot patterns, but after Christi is done modifying them in the main workout, they are unrecognizable. The "Movemaster" section is basically the core of the workout done a little more slowly, with no real further explaination of what she's doing.I spent a long time with the "movemaster" on 3/4 speed, trying to learn the combinations, just for the modifications in the main workout to trip me up.After about a week of trying, I finally gave up.
So, unless you are a dancer, you might want to try a different video.There are others out that get your heart rate up as much, without the intricate spins and footwork.
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Christi has gone to great lengths to assist and educate all levels of exercisers. Besides including helpful modifiers to provide less complicated alternatives to complex choreography, she has also included two special features entitled "Choreography 101" and "MoveMaster." As always, you can bank on Christi's high fun-factor guarantee, as SOLID GOLD Cardio promises to be the crown jewel of your exercise collection!
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After some reasonable use, the thumbholes start to tear out.They are extremely comfortable though, and provide good support.Also, if you don't allow them to air out between uses, they get really funky and stinky.Product Description
APT's Heavy Duty "Neowraps" Excellent 2 millimeters thick, all black and sturdy on the wrist for weight lifting of all kinds. EXCELLENT for light to medium heavy lifting. The females and ladies will like these instead of the elastic material usually used. BUT, these are excellent for the males as well. No thumb loop, but a thumb hole for easy wrapping instead. 16" long with a 8" elastic tail wrap for that extra tight fit Very comfortable on the wrist for great wrist support. Great for reguloar weight lifting like bench press and all your pushing exercise movements. Very good for injuries, hurt hands/wrists (see your Doctor) 24" over all length for s secure fit and SUPER COMFORTABLE Secure the wrap with velcro and your all set to lift Good for benching and all of your pushing exercises Quality built and stamped with the APT logo Give it a try, you will like this design Good for light to super heavy lifting Set use good for non competitive lifting, but can take on any record lift.
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It's basically a pneumatic tube...like a bicycle tire pump. You're supposed to hold it horizontally and either push the pump in, or pull it out...either in front of your chest, or behind your back. In other words, (a) you can do only a couple of exercises with it, (b) you don't get much range of motion so it's not a good workout even for the exercises you can do, (c) it feels like and is as much fun to use as a tire pump. It has some simple electronics that counts your reps and how hard you're pressing. That doesn't make it worth buying. This is not a useful addition to your exercise toolset.
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I like these a lot. I bought them for my laundry room and they have been a breeze. I didn't have any problem with a smell. They smelled like rubber, but it wasn't strong and it didn't last. They look great and are tougher than I thought they would be, a huge improvement over the cheap foam ones I have had in the past... and they are recycled materials, not some processed junk.
Really easy to put down and pull up, sometimes I'll take one of them out in the garden to kneel on.
These things are great! Really isn't a puzzle at all.
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Interlocking matting product made from 100% recycled rubber used in a variety of applications. Provides excellent UV protection due to high contents of EPDM, making this matting excellent for indoor and outdoor use. Useful for applications requiring anti-slip, abrasion, and impact protection. Puzzle-Lock is designed to withstand the most abrasive conditions. Made from recycled rubber, it is designed for commercial applications with heavy foot traffic. This product is specifically designed and manufactured for durability. The Anti-Fatigue qualities found naturally in rubber are further enhanced by a space age polymer binder used during manufacturing. Each mat is fabricated from thousands of rubber granules and offers superior underfoot comfort and resilience to cushion the shock from running, exercising, walking and standing. This product is made from recycled tires. Waste tires!!! Over one quarter of them currently end up in land fills. What better idea could possibly exist than converting these same old spent rubber tires into a surfacing product to beautify your floors!
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The ball is nice. I've only been using it a couple days, as the pump that comes with it (which is one reason I bought this ball over others that didn't come with a pump) is a cheap little plastic thing that split once, and after I taped it, then broke apart completely. I had to rig up a bicycle pump. Long, tiring process. Buy this ball if you want, fine, but not because it come with a pump. That would be a disappointment.Product Description
The 55 cm. ball is for height ranging from 5'1" to 5'6".Package Includes:Inflatable Fitness Ball Air Pump Easy-To-Follow Instructions
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Impressed by the quality of the rubber mat; the ends were cut cleanly and evenly. I used it in my car to reduce road noise, which it does a great job of. The only complaint is the strong rubber smell which is slowly going away after two days of being installed. When you consider the free shipping it's a pretty good deal too.Product Description
A diamond-plated textured rubber matting / flooring which is designed for added traction and appeal to modern aesthetic sensibilities. This is a rolled rubber-flooring product, which is available in seamless lengths up to 50ft long. The Diamond-Grip offers excellent traction through its diamond-plated rubber texture. The natural high coefficient of friction found in rubber in addition to the diamond plate surface pattern, combine to maximize surface traction. The embossed diamond plate is designed for medium to high traffic areas where added traction is ensured with this rubber surface. This modern sleek low-profile and diamond plated rubber product is an excellent choice in rubber flooring. In commercial applications where surface traction from a multi-directional easy to move flooring is required, the Diamond-Grip is an excellent aesthetic choice. With a fabric base finish which adds subsurface traction, the runner's bottom surface helps secure the Diamond-Grip runner mat to the floor, even when adhesive is not present.
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I am replacing a copy of this tape since my original went to college with my daughter.I had back problems for years and doing the exercise on this tape helped me tremendously.I have never reached a point where I can do the whole thing but I put it on and do 10-15 minutes every other day.There is an abs section and a back section but they both strenthen both sets of muscles to some degree.This is not a flashy tape but it is well made, the instructor is easy to follow, explains the moves clearly and has a pleasant style.I would like to see this come out in a DVD format.Product Description
Fitness expert Trish Muse has created an amazing workout for both your abs and back.Trish is a physical therapist, PowerBar team elite fitness expert, and a featured fitness consultant in Essence magazine, so you can be certain her workout will give the best possible results for your abs and back (and since she's a physical therapist, you can be reassured that the workouts are well-cued, safe, and effective for even those with sensitive backs).
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This instructional series is just what an aspiring boxer needs for an overview of the Sweet Science of boxing.Mr. Weldon takes it step by step, teaching from the ground up and leaving nothing to chance as he explains and demonstrates all the basic techniques that go into making a well-rounded boxer.
If you want to become an amateur boxer, or are training or coaching someone who does, this series gives you the knowledge you need to succeed.
Mr. Weldon presents his material in a measured, well-presented manner that is the obvious result of many years of experience as a trainer.
Recommended!
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Learn professional boxing techniques from the best fundamental trainer in America! Kenny Weldon as a Teacher: For 5 years he served as a balance and technique teacher for Lou duva's Main Events Stable, working with Evander Holyfield, Mike McCallum and Vinny Pazienza. * 316 Golden Gloves Champions * 51 Texas State Amateur Champions * 17 National Amateur Champions * 3 Pan Am Medalists * 2 Olympians * Covered 19 World Title Fights
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This bar works very well on working the biceps.The handles are an ideal distance apart for either tricep work, or if you want to do hammer curls with it.However, if you are a larger individual you may want to go a different route for the hammer curls.This bar is also fairly light (20 lbs), so a novice can use it farely easily as well.Product Description
Olympic Style Tricep Bar
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I had seen a brief glimpse of this idea on Entertainment Tonight.I don't know if it's the same product that was shown, yet it tweaked my interest enough to look for Kettle Bells for exercise purposes.I found several (weight) sizes available, plus DVDs that could guide me through the use process. It shipped promptly and arrived without a scratch.Product Description
For indoor use only. Training with kettlebells requires exact timing, balance and coordination.The kettlebell is one of the most versatile tools for all-around athletic development by strengthening the body's seat of power, the hips. With a well-developed hip drive, you will become better at running, jumping and anything else requiringpower. Training with kettlebells requires exact timing, balance and coordination between all of your body's parts. Cast iron bell with vinyl covering to protect floors and prevent chipping. Strong 1 thick handle. Dimensions: 9 H.
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The Yellow Ripcord is a great beginner exercise band that will get you hooked on using them.If you don't like to workout at the gym and want to be able to workout anywhere, this is one to get! Highly recommended.Product Description
Ripcords resistance bands work the whole muscle, including the stabilizers where free weights and machines cop out. This means you get a healthier, stronger, look and feel. Resistance training with bands and tubes has long been the physiotherapist's answer to torn rotator cuffs, bad knees and general rehabilitation. Ripcords uses the same tension training principles but takes them to another level by applying them to a fast and effective total body workout. You don't need to wait for an injury. Using Ripcords, you can look and feel better than you would with traditional weights, while protecting your body at the same time. In addition, Ripcords are completely portable, so you can workout anywhere. Combine that with Michael McDonald's Circuit7 routine, allowing you to get the benefits of a 40 minute workout in 7 minutes, including cardio and it is clear that Ripcords are the ideal choice.
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This video is very hard in that the instructor does not allow any time to show you the new steps.I have taken Step Classes for years and have several Reebok videos and this DVD has steps I have never seen.They do not look difficult to do, but they are complicated and if you are not given any instruction or time to learn them, it is frustrating to use.I actually have only used the video one time, and I stopped it after about 15 minutes and put in different one.As of yet, I have not had the time to keep stopping and starting and rewinding to watch these new steps slowly so I can learn them.Product Description
Tracey Staehle's October 2008 release, STEADY STATE STEP, gives you 55 minutes of heart-pumping aerobics that never lets up! "Steady State" is just that--your heartrate will stay elevated througout the entire workout. Tracey's signature combox are fun and creative, and even incorporate traditional moves such as the mambo, a few cha-chas and hops, and more. Interesting yet not difficult to learn, STEADY STATE STEP is another way to add an hour of necessary fitness to your day!
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I was very pleased to find this and it is working ok.It saved me alot of money also.It was easy to install and came with instructions.The only negative is that it is shorter than the original tension strap, so I cannot adjust the tension as much as I need to.Click Here to see more reviews about: NordicTrack Tension Strap