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17
May

Is An Elliptical the Way to Go?

Is An Elliptical the Way to Go

The elliptical trainer is an admittedly funny-looking contraption with its long, ski-like pedals. But it’s been a valuable part of the fitness equipment world for more than 20 years for a reason: The elliptical offers a low-impact cardio workout that can’t be beat. Ellipticals were designed to be easy on the joints, so they’re perfect for people with bad knees who can’t handle running; and even though the impact is minimal on the joints, it’s still a fantastic cardiovascular workout. Ellipticals let you simulate running, walking, or riding a bike, and some incorporate both upper- and lower-body motion as well. At Fitness Expo, we’re pleased to be able to offer you elliptical trainers from ElliptiGO, Precor, Life Core, Life Fitness, and others. And, surprise, the ElliptiGOs—3C, 8C, and 11R—are actually built to be taken out on the road. Again, they’re kind of funny looking, but the 3C gives you the basic resistance levels and in a more comfortable position than standard bike riding. The 8C takes it up a notch with 8 levels of resistance and the capacity to ride on flat or moderately hilly surfaces; you’ll get a killer cross-training workout from the 8C. But Fitness Expo isn’t just …


 
17
May

Stairway to Fitness

Stairway to Fitness

Well it won’t take you to heaven, but a stationary stair climber can take you to your optimum weight and fitness goals, and you don’t even have to go outside. For a low-impact, high-energy workout, you can’t beat 20 minutes to a half-hour on a stair climber. You can start out mellow and change your settings, so by the end of your workout you’re running up a hill, right in your living room while you catch up on your TiVo. They’ve been staples of the exercise equipment world for decades because they’re reliable and functional, and they can give you as mellow or as killer a workout as you’re in the mood for. Stair climbers, like elliptical trainers and stationary bikes, are designed to have low impact on the knees, making them a good choice for people with arthritis, or for overweight folks whose joints can’t take a lot of weight for long periods of time. In fact, depending on the models, many elliptical trainers function as stair climber machines; they’re similarly low-impact, with large pedals that move up and down at the speed and resistance levels you set for yourself. Fitness Expo’s most basic models, the LifeCore LC985VG and …


 
17
May

Take A Stand (Or A Seat)

Take A Stand (Or A Seat)

If you’ve shopped around the Fitness Expo website, or visited any one of our six locations, then you’ve seen the excellent selection of large fitness equipment that we carry. But we’re not just about the exercise bikes, ellipticals, and big home gyms. We’ve also got your good old-fashioned weights; and the benches, stands, and racks you need to keep your weights and accessories organized. We’re proud to offer you a selection of PowerBlock stands and benches to complement our selection of kettlebells and dumbbells. The Compact Weight Stand is, as you might have guessed, a compact and affordable way to store your PowerBlock set. It folds easily, so you can move it from room to room, and it holds any weight set of up to 50 lbs. of weight per hand. At the other end of the spectrum we have the PowerBlock U125 rack stand, designed to specifically accompany the U125 weight set (sold separately). We’re also proud to carry PowerBlock’s sport bench, for seated weight routines. The sport bench offers you five positions for your adjustable seat, and the tapered seat cushion can adjust down so you don’t slide off when you’re in the incline positions. Our weight sets …


 
20
Dec

New Orleans Gym Equipment

New Orleans Gym Equipment

New Orleans as ranked first in 2009’s Travel and Leisure Poll as one of “America’s Favorite Cities” not only for romantic feel but also to for  its infamous Mardi Gras celebration. This tradition normally emphasizes last night of eating richer, fatty foods before the ritual fasting of the Lenten season, which begins on Ash Wednesday. Seeing as there are a few cities that actually have this road side party parade, it’s one of those events that pour in a vast amount of revenue for any establishment within the area. To name one business that would initially rack up the benefits of this yearly merriment would be the hotel industry. Tourists might be staying overnight while some prefer to stay even longer just to bask in the southern aura of jazz and blues in the notorious French Quarter and Bourbon Street. And because these tourists are technically guest of the State, it’s already a given that they have certain needs. It might be the cushioning of the mattress or the food in which they preferably indulge back in their own homes. But some would like to continue their personal training regimen to keep being lean and fit even during their travels. Therefore, hotel establishments …


 
12
Dec

Vision T9550 A Space-Saving Life Fitness Equipment

Vision T9550 A Space-Saving Life Fitness Equipment

One of the popular life fitness equipment preferred by gym owners and individuals who want to keep fit is a treadmill. If you plan to try a cardiovascular exercise, you might consider running or walking on a treadmill. Vision Fitness is one of the renowned makers of durable treadmills. If you are looking for a treadmill with a folding frame, the Vision T9550 is the right one for you. You can save a lot of space with this foldable life fitness equipment. This is ideal for gym owners who want to offer a wide array of exercise tools, such as elliptical trainers, exercise bikes and rowing machines, for fitness buffs. Key Features Aside from being powered by a 3.0 horsepower digital drive motor, the Vision T9550 treadmill features an orthopedic cushioned running belt that can ensure your safety when running or walking on this life fitness equipment. Types of Consoles In addition to these features, you have a leeway to customize the console of the treadmill. You can choose from three types of consoles, such as the Simple, Deluxe and Premier consoles. When you want to operate a simple dashboard for this life fitness equipment, you can choose the Simple …


 
10
Dec

Home Fitness Equipment and Accessories: Popular Picks

Home Fitness Equipment and Accessories: Popular Picks

Because most Americans spend majority of their time working and attending to errands, they usually prefer to buy home fitness equipment instead of joining a gym. Exercise implements may range from small accessories such as power grips and weight belts, to huge machines like treadmills and elliptical machines. Here are some exercise apparatuses most commonly used at home: Treadmills People who want to lose weight without having to enroll in a fitness program often prefer to start with a treadmill. Manual treadmills are lighter and less expensive, while different types of electronic treadmills provide various functions, including controlling speed, incline, and resistance and estimating heart rate. Since earlier designs of treadmills were found to take up a lot of space in the home, manufacturers have developed new versions that can be folded or kept in closets when not in use. Stationary Bicycle For those who find a treadmill to monotonous or restrictive, the stationary bicycle might be more challenging to take on. The latest models of exercise bikes can be adjusted to different levels of resistance to boost the intensity of the exercise routine, putting tension on the muscles in the thighs and lower legs. People who prefer home fitness …


 
7
Dec

Purchase Fitness Equipment for a Healthy Heart: Top 3 Cardio Equipment You Should Use!

Purchase Fitness Equipment for a Healthy Heart: Top 3 Cardio Equipment You Should Use!

A lot of people go to the gym or exercise not only to be in shape, to lose weight or burn calories but more than anything else, to strengthen their heart.  Not all fitness equipment though can give you a really good cardio workout. If you want to improve the health of your heart, the best start is to purchase fitness equipment for the best cardio workout. Here are some of the fitness equipment that you should consider to have the best cardio workout: Treadmills Treadmills are among the most popular cardio fitness machines. With treadmills, users can do jogging, running or walking without having to leave their home. If you are considering of buying a treadmill, it is recommended that you get machines that allow you to adjust incline for more rigorous workout. If you want to incorporate fun into your fitness routine, then purchase fitness equipment with consoles that allow you to watch fitness or workout videos, listen to your favorite music or read the news.  For a more efficient training, choose a treadmill that also allows you to monitor your heart rate, distance your traveled and calories you burned. Step Machines Step machines are also a great …


 
7
Dec

List of Top 10 Commonly Used Commercial Gym Equipment

List of Top 10 Commonly Used Commercial Gym Equipment

These days, being physically fit entitles you to feel proud of yourself for being healthy and impenetrable of any illness. Working out is one good way to maintain overall body health as exercise has been scientifically proven for its health and psychological benefits. A spacious area equipped with the complete commercial gym equipment and the continuous support from expert trainers, exercising in commercial fitness centers will surely help you achieve the body you’ve been hoping for —toned muscles, six-pack abs and enhanced power, stamina, and endurance. Each person has a definite reason why he or she works out in a gym. It’s really up to you to decide on the specific muscle groups in your body that you want to target for your exercise. For your guide, here are the top 10 commonly used commercial gym equipment that you can choose from in case you want to enroll for commercial gym membership: 1. Treadmill It is one of the widely popular commercial gym equipment. This equipment offers a great warm up exercise before you indulge yourself in a hardcore, and more muscle and bone-stressing exercise machine. If you just want to shed off some weight and burn extra calories, this …


 
6
Dec

Qualities of the Best Gym Equipment Suppliers in the Market

Qualities of the Best Gym Equipment Suppliers in the Market

Nowadays, making money for a living is absolutely tough and difficult. So tightening your belt and being too careful about how you spend your money isn’t something new. It is also reasonable that you don’t want to waste your money on something that can easily be dilapidated. And of course, you don’t want to purchase an expensive item of high quality over something that is of the same class, but can be purchased for a cheaper price. These attitudes are also applicable when you want to purchase your own gym equipment. That is why it is important to find the perfect gym equipment supplier that can provide you excellent quality and reasonably-priced exercise machines. Here are some of the qualities you might want to consider when choosing the best gym equipment supplier. The supplier manufactures its own equipment You can save money if you purchase your desired exercise equipment from the manufacturer itself. There is a price difference between the machine makers and the dealers because the latter have to buy the equipment from the former. Therefore, you might get the gym equipment from sellers at a higher price compared to getting those straight from the factory. Has a variety …


 
6
Dec

The Life Core Equipment

The Life Core Equipment

When it comes to fitness equipment, one of the names that you can trust is LifeCore. Based in California, LifeCore Fitness Inc. has 15 years of experience as a manufacturer and retailer of exercise equipment. LifeCore is known for quality performance, durability, and innovation, making them one of the leaders in the industry. Here are the types of fitness equipment that Life Core offers: Rowing Machines Rowing machines are becoming among the most widely used gym equipment mainly because these machines offer a lot of health benefits and provide a full body workout. Rowing machines help tone your upper body. In fact, these machines are among the best equipment to use by women with sagging arms. In addition, rowing machines also conditions the lower body. Since 74% of the force comes from the hips and the legs, rowing machines help you have toned legs and solid thighs. If you want to strengthen your abs, using of rowing machines is also a great choice. If used properly and diligently, these machines allow you to strengthen your inner core muscles and have six pack. Recumbent Bikes Life Core is also known as one of the leading manufacturers of recumbent bikes. Recumbent bikes …


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