Advantages of Owning Your Own Treadmill
Written by admin on February 20, 2010 – 8:24 am -Buying a home treadmill? Treadmills are still the most popular choice among exercise equipment buyers today. Why do many people invest in a home treadmill? Here are 7 major benefits of buying your own home treadmill: 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 for 60 minutes averaged 705 - 865, more than a stair machine, rowing machine or stationary bike.... more
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How to Compare Treadmill Prices and Features
Written by admin on January 12, 2010 – 3:15 pm -by Chloe Adisson Before buying a treadmill, it is best to do some research. The price of the treadmill equipment is no joke. Don’t get easily hooked by sales hype. Compare treadmill prices first and check on how useful the features are to you. Typical treadmill prices are usually between $500-$3000. Usually the difference between these items lies on the motor power, inclination, speed, and even size. If you are planning to buy one for home use, some treadmills can even go lower. There can be a lot of brands and models to choose from. You might want to compare treadmill models of one manufacturer or brand. Check the prices. Then check the parts. Then check the features and accessories. Treadmills are known to be the ideal workout machine for... more
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Burn 2,000 Calories on the Treadmill
Written by admin on October 21, 2009 – 6:25 pm -Stay slim on your treadmill all season with this 7-day plan from Jenny Hadfield, author of Running for Mortals. Monday • Power walk: 30 minutes • Strength-train: 20 minutes Total: 50 minutes Tuesday • Warm up: Walk easily, then briskly: 3 minutes • Power walk: 2 minutes • Run fast (but don't sprint): 2 minutes • Repeat Steps 1 & 2: 10 times • Cool down: Walk easily: 2 minutes Total: 45 minutes Wednesday • Warm Up: Walk easily: 5 minutes • Do your favorite strength-training move: 12 reps • Power walk at 4% to 6% incline: 3 minutes • Repeat Steps 1 & 2: 6 times • Cool down: Walk easily: 5 minutes Total: 40 minutes Thursday • Warm Up: Walk easily, then briskly: 3 minutes • Power walk: 2 minutes • Run fast... more
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Top 10 Fitness Facts
Written by admin on October 10, 2009 – 8:34 pm -Some things you should know about exercise By Barbara Russi Sarnataro WebMD Weight Loss Clinic-Feature Reviewed by Kathleen M. Zelman, MPH Want to be sharper at work? Feel less tired at home? Spend some quality time with your spouse? How about enjoying a cookie without guilt? If you answered "yes" to all of these questions (and who wouldn't?), exercise is the answer. Being physically active offers benefits far beyond the obvious. (Of course, an improved physique and a clean bill of health aren't too shabby, either.) If you've been looking for the motivation to begin an exercise program or get back into working out regularly, here are 10 fitness facts that may help inspire you to get off the couch. 1. Exercise Boosts Brainpower Not only does... more
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