Showing posts with label strength training. Show all posts
Showing posts with label strength training. Show all posts

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Schiek Sports Schiek Lifting Strap Review

Schiek Sports Schiek Lifting Strap
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these lifting straps are easy to use, and offer great support for the wrists when heavy weights are being handled. While doing shoulder shrugs with 100+ pound dumbells, i could hardly hold on for about 10 seconds, which severly limited the strenght and size of my trapezoids. With the help of these straps, my wrists never give under any amount of pressure.

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Monday, April 30, 2012

Crazy Fit Mini Massager Vibrating Fully Body Massage Review

Crazy Fit Mini Massager Vibrating Fully Body Massage
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and settled on this one, with no regrets. It costs much less than many and is a better quality model than most of this price range. This design is the best for vibration machines. It is based on a pivot ball in the center under the platform. Other designs are piston based and go up and down from the four corners. The pivot device allows more range of movement and in more directions, up and down as well as back and fourth/side to side. The piston types are said in some reviews to be less safe for the body.
It has 20 settings for speed. It has a good sized platform compared to much smaller ones on many models. I like the open platform and prefer it to the models with arm/hand rails. I have no trouble balancing and find it allows for more positions without rails. It also takes up less room than one with handles, and the black/grey color is less ugly than many other models, so I don't hate the sight of it.
Another plus to this model is that it weighs much less than other units and I was able to carry it up stairs without assistance. It is not loud, but it may shake your floorboards if you are not on a ground floor. Depending on the construction of where you live, you may want to check to see that you will not disturb any downstairs neighbors in an older building. At some speeds it makes my desk and shelves vibrate, but nothing drastic. I do not think it can cause any structural damage to a building, I only mention this because I have lived in older buildings with thinner walls, ceilings and floors, where it might cause some notice by others. The unit is well packaged and comes through the shipping process well. It even comes with batteries for the little remote control!
These machines are said by some not to make much difference in fitness. I suspect that may be true for those in very good shape to start. I have had chronic fatigue for many years and find this is outstanding for bringing back strength and tone. I have been bed-bound for 90% of the time for many years. This has been very helpful in bringing back vigor and energy.
The very first time I used it I felt so great afterward. I actually felt taller as I walked after the first use! I think it made me stand up straighter because my back and shoulder muscles felt so enlivened by the movement. I felt stronger and in a great mood, perhaps I had an endorphin rush from the exercise. This unit is a reasonable price and good quality. I was saving for an $800 unit until I found this one. I think it is a good buy and I can have it now and get good benefits without having to wait to afford a more expensive one.
I advise talking with your doctor before use, if you have been ill. Also, resist the temptation to do too much. Ten to fifteen minutes is all one should do in a day. Like salt or alcohol, a little can be tasty or fun, improving quality of life, too much can make things bad or worse. OSHA regulates worker's exposure to vibrations on the job and limits such exposure because too much can cause damage to healthy people. Be smart, read about precautions, vibrating machines can hurt people with certain pre-existing medical conditions. TAKE IT EASY. Start slowly and do not over-do.
I use a tip from yoga practice and recover between sessions by laying flat on my back and resting until the twitching of muscles stops. Break the time into 2 to 5 minute groups, and recover for at least the same amount of time after each set. I recover 2 times the length of each set, i.e. after 5 minutes, I lay flat for 10 minutes, breathing deeply. The position is called "savasana", for those of you who wish to look it up. Recovering in this position removes buildup of lactic acid from exercise, drawing it away from the muscles through the circulatory system, avoiding cramps and soreness the next day.

I highly recommend this for anyone who's health allows, especially if there has been long periods of sedentary lifestyle. It is helping me to have the strength and energy to do more physical exercise. Best of all it works without needing to be too energetic. This gets around the dilemma of needing to exercise to feel stronger, but not being strong enough to exercise! Just the kick-start I needed! Well worth the money to "shake up" my too quiet lifestyle.




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Burns Fat and tones and tightens Skin - Increased fat burning because the metabolism increases by training. The vibrations reshape the body in the hip, waist and abdomen. Increases Human Growth Hormone output by up to 361%. Decreases cellulite and boosts your body's natural collagen production: The massage exercises loosen the agglutinations and results in better mobility of the tissue layers. The image of the skin will also improve, because cellulite are broken down and the connective tissue is enhanced therefore it would boost your body's natural collagen production for improved skin texture. Increase your muscle strength up to 50% in as little as three weeks: During the training almost 100% of the muscle fibers are utilized. Improves blood circulation and lymphatic drainage and metabolism: During training, the muscles pump blood into the smallest capillaries up to 50 times per second. This allows the cells to receive fuel more rapidly and causes waste products to be disposed of much faster. Also by enhancing your local circulation it builds a stronger immunity system. Builds Bone Density and fights osteoporosis and reduces your back and joint pains. Decreases blood Pressure Decrease your recovery time after workouts. Dramatically increase your flexibility: Due to better blood flow, heating of the muscles and the tendon stretching reflex, the body becomes much more supple and relaxed. Improved sense of balance and coordination: The receptors in the entire body are stimulated at the same time, which leads to improved coordination of the relating muscles at the same time the sense of balance are trained. Elevates stress: Causing better mood and sense of well being. It helps your relax with its vibration and it also can help you fight insomnia.

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Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Sunny Health & Fitness Ankle and Wrist Weight, 5 Lbs. x 2 Review

Sunny Health and Fitness Ankle and Wrist Weight, 5 Lbs. x 2
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I bought a pair of the 2.5 lb. ankle weights after doing some
research and comparison shopping. I like this particular
product because they are easy to get on and off, and are
very well-made. Nice blue color. Previously I had the kind
that had small weights that could be added or subtracted - I
didn't like them very well. These new ones are just perfect
and resemble the ones I have used at the Physical Therapy
clinic.

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Features:5 pound ankle and wrist weights.Made of soft, comfortable fabric.One size fits most.Comes in pair.

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Monday, December 5, 2011

Thera-band Accessories - Exercise Handles Review

Thera-band Accessories - Exercise Handles
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These are definitely a good product. Comfortable, but I wish there was a metal loop at the ends. This would make hooking onto different bands much easier.

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The thera-band exercise handles and assist (sold separately) can be used to grasp band and tubing exercisers.

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Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Harbinger Pro Thumb Loop WristWraps? Review

Harbinger Pro Thumb Loop WristWraps?
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As a gym rat who has had several bicycling and weightlifting related injuries, I need additional wrist support when lifting heavier weight while benching, incline benching and curling. These wraps are an excellent complement to my Harbinger gloves for such heavy lifts. Compared to other heavy-duty wrist wraps, these are more elastic, longer and slightly thinner. This results in less bulk and tighter constriction of the blood flood to the wrists. So, between lifts, I find that I need to remove the wraps each time. However, the lower bulk makes generally makes the hassle tolerable. Is short, if you like a more flexible wrap for heavy lifting, the Harbinger Pro-Thumb loop wrist wraps are a good choice.

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The Harbinger? Pro Thumb Loop wrist wrap is designed for serious heavy lifters who need the maximum in support. The elastic thumb loop secures the wrap on your hand, and the VELCRO? brand closure provides a snug fit.

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Saturday, November 12, 2011

Valslide Review

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I normally don't write reviews for products unless I'm disappointed with a purchase plus there's so much fitness junk out there today why waste your hard earned money. But when I saw the Valside on Amazon I had to write a comment. The Valside is a great fitness product to have in your toolbox. I'm a Personal Trainer who loves the Valslide. I first discovered the Valslide for myself, I was coming off knee surgery and re-hab and I was trying to get back in shape for hockey. I had previously used a slide board for training, but they took up too much space and didn't travel well. I next tried Furniture sliders, but they didn't slide that well and my foot was a little too big for it. I knew I wasn't ready for traditional exercises like front lunges and squats because my knee wasn't yet strong enough, so I purchased a pair of Valslides, boy was I impressed. Not only did I get my strength back quickly, I realized they weren't just for women. There's a ton of great exercises you can do with the Valside and you get a great full-body workout. That was several years ago, fast forward to today. Valsides are still a big part of my training. My clients use them constantly and most now have their own pair to work out at home. For the money you can't beat the Valside, you won't be disappointed.

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The Valslide is a pair discs that provide an unstable training surface that allows you to simulate many slideboard exercises.

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Friday, September 16, 2011

Body Solid GCAB360 CAM Series Ab / Back Machine Review

Body Solid GCAB360 CAM Series Ab / Back Machine
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Overall the experience was good. The Ab/Back Machine arrived within the shipping date window. Shipping was free, that was nice & Amazon's price was better then direct purchase from the company. Set up procedure could be challenging for some as a parts list and exploded view of how the parts were assembled was all that was provided. I'm mechanically inclined & did not have any problems & machine was set up in about 3 hours. I would have liked an operator's manual as I'm sure there are features that I have yet to master. Both myself and my 16 yr old son like the machine and use it serveal times a week. I also have a Body Solid leg press machine which I have owned for 15 years. Both the ab and the leg machine are good values.

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GCAB-360This unique dual-function machine allows you to exercise two major muscle groups (the stomach and back) for one great low price. The innovative plate-load design is based on health club single station machines. Features: -Ultra-thick DuraFirmupholstery provides maximum comfort -Positioned at a 30angle for precise biomechanical movement -2''x 4'' mainframe steel for exceptional Light Commercial quality -Easy-to-use pop-pin that allows adjustments to increase and control the user s range-of-motion -Adjustable lifting arm can be positioned for exercising both the abdominal and back muscles -Does not come with weight plates -Ideal for home and commercial use

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Thursday, September 15, 2011

Resistance Toning Tube - Medium Review

Resistance Toning Tube - Medium
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I've never used resistance tubing before so I don't really have anything to compare it to. I actually really like this product. However, I feel a little miss led because the picture shows 3 items. I received the red or the (medium). Seems to work great. The resistive tubing seems rather long. I'm 6'4" and in some exercises like the resistive band shrug I have to double up the tubing to get rid of the slack. I probably just need to cut it to a length that works for me. I do love being able to work out without expensive or heavy weights. Great product if you travel a lot. I would have given it 5 stars if it came with the other two bands depicted in the picture. For that I'm only giving 3 stars.

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Toning Tube Jim Karas, a celebrity fitness trainer, recently appeared on The View promoting his cardio free strength training and a flexibility fitness program. This revolutionary program uses a resistance toning tube and emphasizes interval strength training to boost your metabolism enabling you to shed unwanted weight quickly & easily! In just twenty minutes a day, three days a week, you'll look and feel noticeably slimmer, stronger, and younger than ever before. Train at home or on the road with the Toning Tube, which offers a convenient way to obtain a total-body workout. All you need is a little space to begin a safe, effective total body conditioning program and you can achieve maximum fitness results in no time.

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Monday, August 29, 2011

Body Ball Review

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At 5'1", this stability ball is perfect for my height Although the photo shows the ball to be a silvery color, mine is actually a pearly white, which I prefer. Working out with the ball is fun, so it makes it seem much easier. My abs and arms really felt it the next day.

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Saturday, July 30, 2011

Power Push-Up - The Ultimate in "Body Weight" Exercise Training Build Your Upper Body and Abdominal Muscles Review

Power Push-Up - The Ultimate in Body Weight Exercise Training Build Your Upper Body and Abdominal Muscles
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I have purchased power pushup 3 from lifeline two times.
First time I bought it, it was christmas ti me of 2009. I liked it a lot since I was looking for a way to overload my chest muscle at home with minimal equipments.
It was challenging for me and I could bench press 315 lbs 3 times at gym. After about 3 months, handles, which are made from rubber, started tearing. You see, their bands are good quality product.
But the handles couldn't withstand all that resistance from pushing so they went. Since I liked it so much, I bought another one thinking maybe, I did something wrong to cause the tear on the handles. Well, after 2 month of use, same thing happened. I sent an email to the company directly and complained. They said to take a picture of torn handles and send it back.
Done and THAT WAS 6 MONTH AGO!! I was asking if they sell handles separately at all. No response. I heard lifeline was a reputable company.
MAybe it's just me with bad experience or I heard it wrong. If you are going to put average bands ( purple bands that come with power push up 3 or one step up, which is red bands ), don't get surprised when the handles suddenly tear.

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Friday, June 24, 2011

Bally Fitness Pilates Door Knob Rope Excerciser Review

Bally Fitness Pilates Door Knob Rope Excerciser
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In the mid 1980s, I bought the Body Exerciser from American Consumer. It amazed me at how well it took inches off of my thighs. Over the years, some of the plastic pulleys wore down, so I have been looking for a replacement. The Bally Fitness Pilates Door Knob Rope Exerciser comes close to matching the Body Exerciser. It has three minor problems that if you are willing to work with, will do the job that the Body Exerciser does. First, it squeaks. Second, the loop that fits over the door knob has a tendency to slide off easily. Last, the rope itself is too short (I am 5'4"). I easily solved all of these problems. I ignore the squeak. I added extra rope to the loop section and to the exercise section. I have been using the Bally Exerciser and am already seeing my thighs and abdomen tighten up and slim down. The results I obtained with this product were excellent, which made its imperfections acceptable.

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Tone and firm with the Door Knob Exerciser!Build power, strength and stamina without bulky, expensive machinery.All ages, all fitness levels will see results in just minutes a day.

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Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Thera-Band Resistance Bands Review

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TheraBands have a long history of use in recovery from various joint surgeries or pinched nerves, and are especially useful in slowing osteoporosis. They avoid the danger of sudden shifting weight that can occur with hand held weights. The tension is steady and adjustable through use of color coded strenghts. They are perfect for home use and travel because they take up so little space and they won't hold you up in the security check-in line!

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Thera-Band? is inexpensive, versatile and portable. You can take it anywhere and use it anywhere so that your fitness program can meet your busy schedule. Thera-Band? can fit in your pocket, purse, or briefcase. You can take it with you to work, play, and even vacation. If you travel frequently with work, you dont have to sacrifice a regular fitness program.

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