Wednesday, 2 June 2010

▷▷▷▷ Body Solid Preacher Curl Bench Review


I picked up this model a few weeks ago basically because I got tried of fiddling with the preacher attachment on my exercise bench. Small footprint, but large adjustable height seat and extra large THICK preacher pad with high quality covering and heavy duty steel through out. If you're serious about working on your arms don't make the mistake I did by getting a bench that has a preacher attachement and thinking you'll be all set. Putting it on and taking it off to trade between the usual leg extension attachment many benches comes with gets old fast and most have a very small preacher pad that barely does the job, little more than some cheap plywood with thin plastic covering and if you're luckly only a high and low adjustment of the pad... worse you need to thread a tension scew off and on to hold it in place. That's why THIS free standing preacher bench pays for itself just in the time you save. This is the better way to go.

Product Description
The Body Solid Full Commercial Preacher Curl Bench is amazing! When it comes to isolating the biceps for maximum concentration and development, nothing beats the Preacher Curl! Preacher curls are essential for building overall biceps mass including the often difficult lower biceps. Our preacher curl benches are set to a perfect 30° angle, posit ...

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▷▷▷▷ Magnetic Wrist Support Review


I bought 2 of these and wore them literally every day for the past 7 months. They do the job fine - provide the support as expected. One of these supports though came apart: the stiches on the inside part where the magnetic piece is inserted came apart leaving a big hole, so basically I'm ready to put it in the garbage can..The other one is still intact, so bad luck, I guess.. Otherwise I'm pretty satisfied.

Product Description
Powerful Magnets surround the wrist for superior therapeutic treatment. Relieves painful joints and muscles Improves blood flow for natural healing. Comfortable and lightweight. One size fits most.

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Tuesday, 1 June 2010

▷▷▷▷ Squat Pad Review


Product works well and is a great deal.The only reason why I did not give it 5 stars was because the rubber pad is held onto the bar by a stretchy Velcro cover which is slightly annoying to attach every time.

Product Description
Heavy-Duty Commercial Grade Squat Pad

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▷▷▷▷ The Ultimate Back McGill's Techniques DVD Review


I am a fitness instructor, so the information in this dvd enlightened me to a new approach towards working the core (abs).Most of the footage is raw and sometimes difficult to hear, but the information is there. This dvd would be helpful for the professional who works in fitness, health care, or any type of work that deals with spinal problems or rehabilitationof the spine.

Product Description
For a number of years, readers of Dr. McGill's textbooks have asked for a DVD to illustrate his techniques. The textbooks contain the foundation needed to make clinical decisions for assessment and therapeutic exercise. This 2 disc DVD is packed with actual techniques showing the fine details that will help you become elite in assessment of troubled backs and expert in designing therapeutic exercise.

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▷▷▷▷ Century Wavemaster XXL Training Bag Review


Century Wavemaster XXL Training BagIf your options are limited.

There's no replacement for a high quality banana bag but if you have no place to hang one or fear knocking the beams down from the ceiling in the garage, this is a really great option.

The bag itself is relatively light & a bit softer than I'd like it to be, but when the base is filled, it definitely stands up to whatever punishment you can dish at it. There is a bit of play (maybe an inch or so) which tends to loosen the more you kick or punch. (Though a quick twist of the bag on the base will eliminate the additional movement) That being said, here is a warning for you... If you like throwing elbows, either have a partner support the bag, or get in closer than you would a typical hanging bag. Reason being, if you stand too far out when you strike, the bag will move an inch or so away from you leaving a nice streak of skin from your now friction burned elbow. Knees are somewhat similar as well but without the burn. At the standard distance, you may as well throw knees at a curtain hanging in your hallway. In order to feel the bag, you'll need to get much closer which is a big awkward standing practically flush to the base. This could be detrimental to your training so it would be wise to grab a partner & hit the Thai pads so you get a little variation.

All in all, it does everything I need it to do. It tends to move all around the mats in my garage, even when completely filled but I don't really mind. Forces me to work the bag from all angles & whack it where I want it to go. I can practice all of my standard Muay Thai drills without a partner considering the fairly large surface area. Low kicks which you'd typically do w/ a partner holding a Leg Kick Pad, punches, elbows, knees, etc... Most importantly, I cannot kick it down. If you can kick this thing down, you should try out for the UFC or potentially as a Placekicker for the NFL. Better yet, go to the Lumberjack World Championships in Hayward, Wisconsin & blow away the competition by kicking trees down w/ your bare shins.

Suggestions: If they could build a non-slip base, eliminate the play & stiffen up the bag to simulate a heavy-bag feel, this would definitely be a true banana bag replacement...Regardless, there aren't any freestanding bags like this on the market & Amazon has the most competitive price with free shipping. Awesome...

Product Description
Century's ultimate training bag, the Wavemaster XXL offers the largest kicking and punching surface on the market. The Wavemaster XXL stands 69 inches tall and measures a full 18 inches in diameter, giving you plenty of space to practice your martial arts technique. The striking surface is also high quality, with a durable vinyl cover sitting atop high-density foam. And thanks the low-profile base and ultra-stable weight distribution, this bag will hold up sturdily to your training routines. Built with an extra-large fill hole that accommodates either sand or water, the Wavemaster XXL weighs roughly 270 pounds when filled and assembles tool-free.

About Century
Century began producing martial arts products in 1976, and today is recognized as the largest supplier of martial arts gear in the world. Currently located in Midwest City, Oklahoma, has expanded its product lines over the past 30 years to encompass boxing, media, yoga, and fitness products. The company employs a diversified group of professionals--many of whom are martial artists themselves--with the goal of helping every customer learn how martial arts can profoundly change lives.

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▷▷▷▷ 24 Movement Tai Chi for Beginnings


I keep buying other versions. Each one has its merits. Well done. Great for the price.

Product Description
24 MOVEMENT YANG STYLE TAI CHI QUAN is divided into eight sections. All the movements are easy to learn, understand, and execute. This is not a complicated form but still demonstrates completely the balanced, gentle, agile, and graceful nature of Tai Chi. It is the best choice for beginners.Language: Choice of English or MandarinFormat: DVD NTSC

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▷▷▷▷ Fitnex E70 Elliptical Trainer Review


Awesome piece, first saw it in our companies workout gym and loved it.Had to get one for the home so my wife and older kids could use it.My wife uses it everyday while she watches her tv programs.Smooth feel, you just seem to glide on this elliptical.The programs can be pretty tough though so choose them wisely.Got a great price too from amazon.

Product Description
Give your body a hardy workout in your own home without stressing out your joints with the commercial grade Fitnex E70 elliptical trainer. This self-generating elliptical machine features an step trainer for your legs that's combined with moving arms that help work out the arms, shoulders, and chest for a perfectly balanced cardio/strength workout.

The E70 has six built-in workout programs, including manual, HR, race, and weight loss. The easy-to-read matrix/LCD display offers the following feedback options: time, weight, watts, program level, distance, RPM, speed, calories, average speed, and pulse rate (which is read through contact heart rate sensors built into the handlebar). Other features include extra wide foot pedals, beverage holder, and heavy duty steel frame construction. Assembly is required, and a printed instruction manual is included.

Feature Detail:

  • Drive system: Serpentine belt
  • Torque: 250 watts
  • Handlebars: Dual action
  • Display power: 2 AA batteries
  • Dimensions: 73 by 21 inches (L x W)
  • Weight: 220 pounds
  • Weight capacity: 400 pounds

Manufacturer's Warranty
Lifetime warranty on parts (for residential use only), one year for labor

About Elliptical Trainers
Elliptical trainers represent the next wave of advancement in low-impact cardiovascular exercise machines and continue to grow in popularity. By simulating motions experienced through walking, stepping, cycling, and skiing, elliptical machines allow for a smooth and fluid motion while building strength in the arms and legs. Similar to the exercise position for treadmills, elliptical trainers are used by standing in an upright position while holding the handrails of the machine. With elliptical trainers, however, your feet remain in the foot pedals throughout the exercise regimen and circulate in a smooth and seamless motion, resulting in little to no impact on the knees, back, and hips.

Elliptical trainers are compatible for all ages and fitness levels and allow you to select the difficulty level through the incline and intensity settings. Additionally, elliptical trainers allow you to determine the complexity of your workout based on your needs, all while listening to music, watching television, or reading a magazine while exercising in the comfort and safety of your own home.

Although different types of elliptical trainers offer an assortment of features, many of them include an array of challenging programs, forward and reverse directional movement, EKG grip pulse handles, a lightweight portable design with easy fold-up capability, and a monitor displaying calories burned, distance, speed, time, and heart rate. Other types of exercise machines, namely treadmills and bikes, offer excellent cardiovascular exercise and muscular training for the legs in a forward-motion exercise. Elliptical trainers take this to the next level by offering an upper and lower body workout with dual motion, challenging and diverse programs, and a low-impact exercise machine that won't strain sensitive joints.

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