Comments on: Fitness Equipment Basics

By: arkangelblue

arkangelblue — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 14:22:41 +0000

I have my own gym sized treadmill and cross trainer in my little flat, but prefer to workout at home. More relaxed and I can just jump into the shower straight after!

By: Saralahalawawa

Saralahalawawa — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 13:46:57 +0000

Saralahalawawa,

The honest answer to this question is very dependent upon you. There is no one size fits all equipment option that best suits you needs.

For the intro user I would highly suggest cardio equipment. While a treadmill can help you lose weight quickly, the impact on your joints (knees, hips, and lower back) can be more substantial versus an elliptical trainer, or a recumbent bike.

For the most intense workout and to shed weight the most effective way I would recommend products that incorporate total body movement to allow parts of your body to be exercised and all your muscles to burn fat.

In my personal option you should take a look at indoor rowers, Jacobs Ladder, and possibly a VersaClimber.
P.S. If you want the most intense workout at home, you can invest in a StairMaster Stepmill – depending on your cardio level 15-30 minutes will be enough to make you cry

By: maryfynn

maryfynn — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 06:54:55 +0000

I own one and I purchased it from a local shop for fitness goods but I am not from Canada. I am not so pleased with this equipment though. I used it regularly the first month but somehow I felt it didn't work that good for me. I got Bowflex Ultimate 2 Home Gym and now I have what I think is best for me. Anyway, whatever you choose for yourself, don't forget to consider factors like your fitness goals, ease of use, cost, space and equipment’s durability so you will not end up like me – with fitness equipment I don't use.

By: oliviaolas

oliviaolas — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 04:43:00 +0000

working out at the gym makes me feel sweaty awkard and embarrased…which is why this is informative to me…I think other women like me can relate to feeling fat and not pretty enough when I just need to burn calories and be healthy, hopeful y working at home is the solution!!

By: dEEmarlene

dEEmarlene — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 01:37:55 +0000

gym!.. i get more distracted at home!

By: Brian Harris

Brian Harris — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 00:36:35 +0000

Hey it's good to hear you are commiting yourself to make healthy changes to your life. I have bought equipment from several online businesses, and it just comes down to your preferances. I personally would suggest http://www.fitnessweightequipment.net because they offer brand name products, they have a huge variety, and their prices are decent. You can also just do a search on google or yahoo and search through the various stores. Good luck and if you ever need advice or help just email me:)

By: Brian T

Brian T — Sat, 27 Nov 2010 13:46:54 +0000

Hi there

I have worked in fitness equipment retail for 8 years now and have a Bachelor of Physical Education. To answer your question, it does not matter which peice of equipment you use as long as you're comfortable on it as all cardio equipment is mean't for weight loss or cardiovascular excercise. Ellipticals are good because they are low to no impact while still providing weight bearing activity to keep the bones strong. Problem with ellipticals is that you need to be able to put forth $2500 or more to get one that feels good, is biomechanically correct and can handle your "bigger" stature as you'll want something well built. Recumbent bikes are much cheaper, will provide you with cardio/weight loss excercise and are easy to use. Ellipticals are more efficient than the bikes because you use your entire body meaning more calories expended over a shorter period of time. People also tend to get bored on the bikes. My suggestion is to go to a gym and try them both before you buy. Last thing you want is to buy something that you don't like. As for a website, I am unsure of that. Try some of the fitness equipment manufacturing sites such as many times they will have helpful hints on buying the equipment. http://www.precor.com, http://www.iamstrong.ca (this one is more towards health and lifestyle and has testiomonials).
Hope this helps!

By: Jamal

Jamal — Sat, 27 Nov 2010 07:51:58 +0000

Yes, you can approach to the fitness marketing site for more discount. Usually all fitness marketing sites will offers 24 hour fitness coupon for each purchase. If you are planning to buy more fitness equipment then you can directly approach the site for more offers. There is a chance to get better offer in some online fitness marketing sites.

By: guysgirl

guysgirl — Sat, 27 Nov 2010 04:45:22 +0000

Mark up for most retail items at this price level is about 40-50%. For a distributor, try …

http://www.thomasnet.com

By: parkourflip

parkourflip — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 11:07:58 +0000

fitness equipments makes me laugh… You don’t need those just do regular push ups, sit ups, etc… no need to purchase stuffs you don’t basically need.