Owning your own treadmill can reduce the risk of disease
Written by admin on August 26, 2010 – 12:23 am -A while ago I wrote an article outlining sixteen reasons to own your own treadmill. I must admit I may have overlooked the most important reason of all: the risk of disease and infection. WebMD recently had an article discussing the risks of going to the local gym. Germs and bacteria are found everywhere, including gyms. The last thing you want when you're trying to be healthy is to get sick because of your health club. Fungi, bacteria, and viruses are common in wet areas such as showers and swimming pool decks, Pire says. Sweat left to dry on equipment is also a breeding ground for bacteria. Bacteria can also thrive on used towels on locker room floors, weights, sweaty cardio machines, and benches that members sit on between workouts, says... more
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Owning a Treadmill or Elliptical Will Improve Your Quality of Life
Written by admin on August 25, 2010 – 11:50 pm -There are many reasons to own your own treadmill or elliptical. Below is a list of 16 reasons with a brief description. You may be able to add others to this list, including your own personal reasons. Remember, it is never to late to get started with an exercise program and greatly improve the quality of your life. 1) Burn more calories: Treadmills burn more calories per hour than any other exercise machine. A study by the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) showed that a vigorous workout on a treadmill burns around 700 calories, compared to 627 for stair climbers and 498 for stationary bikes. Another study done by the Medical College of Wisconsin and the VA Medical Center in Milwaukee showed that calories burned on the treadmill... more
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Sole F80 Treadmill Review
Written by admin on August 7, 2010 – 8:09 pm -It is hard to find a better value in a folding treadmill than the Sole F80. This machine is sturdily constructed, delivers a challenging and comfortable workout and is backed by a best-in-class warranty. Sole stands behind its product with a lifetime warranty on the frame, deck and motor; a 5-year warranty on electronics, belt and rollers; and 2 years of in-home service. The Sole F80 is also extremely affordable for such a high-quality treadmill. The 3-continuous-duty-horsepower motor delivers speeds of up to 11 mph and inclines up to 15 percent. The rollers are 2.75 inches -- larger than most competing models -- and the belt offers a large running area of 20X55 inches. The belt runs whisper-quiet and offers plenty of cushioning; Sole claims... more
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