Year: 2015

For years, dieters have been told that in order to lose weight, they should do aerobic exercise with their heart rate in the “fat burning zone”. But, is that really the best way to burn […]

Today, it seems like there is an article in every newspaper and magazine to promote the latest and greatest in exercise moves to burn fat and lose weight. Everyone knows that a healthy diet and […]

One of the best ways to lose weight is with the calories burnt during exercise. One pound of fat is equal to 3500 calories, so to lose a pound you must either burn 3500 calories […]

One of the best pieces of equipment that you could add into your workout program if you want to move away from the normal dumbbells and barbells selection is a weighted vest. Let’s take a […]

While making plans to lift weights is always a good idea, you need to know what you’re getting into before you begin. But before you can start to consider your routine or the amount of weight […]

There are few professional weightlifters, if any, that don’t use a weight lifting belt when they are training and competing.  With these kinds of athletes, it may seem that their usage of the belts is […]

A treadmill is exercise equipment that has a conveyor belt for you to walk, jog or run on, in the convenience of your own home. The machine is popularly used to burn calories at any […]

Exercise bikes resemble pedaling bicycles because they have a seat, pedals and handlebars. However, these fitness devices are actually convenient machines, used for working out in the safety of a gym or at home, in […]

Steppers are machines, which provide users with intense aerobic workouts without the need to step out of the house. Leaping on steps and jogging on them has been an age-old practice to get thighs and […]

When you’re looking to get in shape or just have some fun, joining a sports team can be a great way to get moving. However, when you start any sport, you need to know what […]

Women are working out more than ever it seems these days. No longer are they just walking around the neighborhood or doing exercise videos in their basements; women are out running marathons and training for […]

Skipping or skipping rope is something that doesn’t need to be limited to younger exercisers. In fact, many adults can find that skipping adds a little variation to their boring old exercise routines and can […]

A rowing machine is a device that simulates the movement and action of a rowboat or rowing shell. Technically, it is known as an ergometer, a term usually abridged and referred to as erg or […]

It is the ideal choice for a novice athlete or anyone with knee, joint or back problems that make walking and running to stay healthy more difficult. Rain, snow or excessive heat is no excuse […]

Originally used only by professional bodybuilders, multi-gyms have now become one of the most common forms of fitness equipment used in households. They are intended for people who have a hectic lifestyle and do not […]

Home fitness equipment is exercise equipment that is used at home, whether in a home gym or a corner of the living room or bedroom. Many different pieces of equipment can be used in a […]