This is a very portable machine and a perfect choice if you are looking for a good space saving fitness equipment for yourself. It gives you all the benefits of non-impact exercises without taking too much of your space. You can use this trainer at your home or even your office. Here are some of the features / benefits you can consider – The trainer comes with an electronic monitor for a record of time and calories burned. Its non-slip pedals ensure a safe workout It can hold up to 180 pounds which is decent when you consider the size. Its cheap Its small size makes it easy to carry around and store away. No handlebars can help you improve on your balance and strengthen your core. No Noise during motion However it also has some disadvantages which you should know – Stride length for the trainer is quite short which is good for short people. If you have a good height you may find it a bit awkward to use it. There are no handlebars for support or balance so … [Read more...]

Overview of Concept2 Rowing Machine Whether you are a beginner at gym or an expert who does rowing at a professional level, there is one rowing machine that will certainly be liked by all. That is concept 2 model D rowing machine with PM 5 monitor. The machine is very much capable of giving you a smooth and effective workout for your whole body.  We will cover all the aspects of this rowing machine so that you are able to make an informed decision about its suitability for your home. The flywheel design of concept 2 rower makes sure that you get a very smooth motion without any jerks and excessive noise. The machine is designed in such a way that it is very easy to store when not in use. The ergonomic design is very comfortable to use and provides a very neutral and natural arm position when rowing. Build Quality of Concept2 Model D Rower Concept 2 is a well-known brand known for its quality products so you can really be assured of the quality and durability of the … [Read more...]

About Concept 2 Rowing Machines Concept 2 is a brand which is well recognized for its quality fitness equipment. Their indoor rowers are probably one of the best available equipment anywhere, which also explains for their worldwide popularity. If you are looking for a good quality indoor rower, you just cannot miss a concept 2 machine.Now they have many good models to choose from. We will be reviewing some of the best ones Concept 2 Model D with PM5 This is one of the most popular models offered by the company. With this, you get a very good movement and an effective workout. This is an easy to set up machine which is compact in size and has a good design. Its well-designed handles, adjustable foot rests along with a flywheel design ensures that you get a good smooth movements and no extra noise. The Concept 2 model D also features a 14’seat height with a smooth sliding motion without any jerks. All this also mean that you can enjoy a machine which is easy and efficient for … [Read more...]

Most of us know about exercise balls, they are the big colorful balls we usually see at the gym. You can also have an exercise ball for your workouts at home. For those who are new, they are balls made up of soft elastic filled up with air. You can get them in different sizes. Some people know them by different names such as birth ball (they help in pregnancy), balance ball, medicine balls, Swiss balls, physio ball, therapy ball, stability ball or yoga ball etc. The list of names alone suggest of the kind of uses of this simple exercise equipment. Benefits of exercise balls Perhaps the biggest benefit of using them is that our body adapts and adjusts to the movement and instability of the ball as opposed to doing exercise on a stable hard surface. This engages a lot more muscles and gives you a better workout. Moreover it also provides you cushion for some of your workouts.  You can improve your body stability as well as body posture with these balls. A simple isolated exercise can … [Read more...]

An elliptical trainer can be a really good machine if you want to do some cardio and this is especially true for people who cannot do high impact exercises like running or jogging. Some of the benefits of elliptical trainers are given in my older post. But what if you want some of the benefits of an elliptical trainer without all the size and bulk? Usually gym and exercise equipment are bulky and they need a lot of space if you want them at home. For such situations you can have compact elliptical trainers. Compact elliptical trainers are light and compact so you can use them at home or office. They are neat little machines which can give you a work out. You get the same smooth elliptical motion with resistance. One of the very popular machines is Stamina in-motion compact elliptical trainer by Stamina. Stamina 55-1610 InMotion  E1000 Elliptical Trainer An easy and compact elliptical trainer - Features and Specifications Here are some of the features of  this machine which is … [Read more...]