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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 …


 
17
May

Not So Dumb Anymore

Not So Dumb Anymore

We’re long past the days when dumbbells were just for meatheads, when your dad or your brother or your grandpa had a set in the garage and pumped up before going out drinking. Strength training came out of the garage a long time ago, and is recommended for everyone now, young and old, male and female. Marketing being what it is, yes, there was the unfortunate phase of the “lady dumbbells,” pink, of course, but condescending products aside, there’s no doubt that strength training is an exceptional workout. Strength training has numerous long-lasting benefits, and if you’re at all physically able, it’s worth it to come up with at least a light routine that you can do multiple times a week. In addition to just making you stronger, weight training workouts improve your posture, decrease pressure on your joints (because your muscles are strong enough to do the work), and enhance bone density. Weight training after menopause has been shown to help women maintain bone strength and stave off osteoporosis. Today’s weights are designed to keep you fit and toned without patronizing you. And at Fitness Expo, we carry a great selection of dumbbells as well as funny-looking contraptions called …


 
17
May

The Core of the Matter

The Core of the Matter

Whenever a celebrity has a baby and seems to be back in her size 0 jeans a month later, she says it was Pilates. Well, Pilates isn’t magic, but it is extremely effective at core control. What on earth is the core? Your core consists of your abdominal muscles and their corresponding lower back muscles, and Pilates is a body conditioning routine that centers on developing and strengthening that core. Core workouts actually end up strengthening much more than your tummy and back; with regular practice you’ll gain strength in muscle groups including the legs, arms, hips, and back. While Pilates itself is an effective workout, it’s not the only way to develop your core, and at Fitness Expo we carry a variety of core development trainers. We have three different versions of the Ab Coaster, the 750, the CS1500, and the CS3000. The 750 is Ab Coaster’s top-of-the-line model for home use; it’s got capacity for up to 20 lbs. of weights and a digital counter so you can torture yourself crunch by crunch till you hit your target. The CS1500 holds a 400-lb. person (the 750 can hold up to 300 lbs.) and up to 30 lbs. of …


 
4
Dec

Using Free Weight Equipment

Using Free Weight Equipment

Free weight equipment is not designed only for athletes or body builders. This is the perfect tool when it comes to getting that toned and healthy body that you’ve always wanted. The fact of the matter is that this can provide you with that all-around workout so you can improve every aspect of your body. From the tone of your legs to cardio or endurance, you can improve all of these through free weight exercises. This is one of the most versatile gym equipment you could use. One of the greatest things about using free weight equipment is the fact that you don’t have to rely on going to the gym to gain access to them. How many times have you wished you can do your exercise regimen at home? Well, with these weights in hand, you can achieve that goal right now. These are the perfect tools to put in your home. They are relatively cheap, they take up little space, and they are very efficient when it comes to getting you fit and healthy. There are a lot of things you can do with free weight equipment. As mentioned earlier, it is very versatile. When it comes to …


 
11
Nov

How to Find Cheap Weight Lifting Equipment

How to Find Cheap Weight Lifting Equipment

One of the best ways to keep the bicep muscles intact and tight is through weight lifting exercises. However, equipment or exercise tools that you can use for weight lifting can be very expensive if you do not know where to look. If you are looking for weight lifting equipment, here are a few ideas on how you can find durable but cheap weight lifting equipment: Before you head out to the nearest sports equipment stores near your area, it is best if you do homework first. Know first the different kinds of weight lifting equipment available, and which ones would likely suit your fitness needs and budget. Do you only need free weights such as dumbbells? Apart from such tools, there are also weight lifting machines, which are recommended for those who do not have the strength to control free weights. This is a safer option than the free weights. New equipment for weight lifting, called Hammer Strength machines, are equipment that combine the benefits of free weights and the safety of weight lifting machines. To know which one best fits you, determine your fitness goals, and of course budget. If you are really tight on your budget, you …


 
11
Nov

Getting in Shape with the Best Weights Gym Equipment

Getting in Shape with the Best Weights Gym Equipment

Having a well toned body is what many people of today aspire. Because of this, a lot have been into strict dieting and a lot more have signed up to gyms and enrolled in aerobics classes. Of course, the quest does not stop when the extra pounds have been eliminated. The game’s just getting started by then. Once the fats are gone, the problem would then be how to pump those muscles up and to make them grow bigger. It is here that weight trainings and a whole lot of pumping up workouts come in. If you have the money, it really would be very beneficial if you buy for yourself one of the best weights gym equipment available. So, the succeeding sections will present to you some of the most coveted weights gym equipment of today. Body Solid PowerLine Preacher Curl Weight Bench The bicep is said to be most important display muscle in a man’s body. While the abs could really drive the girls wide, it’s oftentimes obscured by one’s clothing. The biceps on the other hand tend to stand out, even with a sleeved shirt. Because of this, a lot of exercises have been focused on this. …


 
11
Nov

Wholesale Exercise Equipment: Weight Lifting Equipment for your Home Gym

Wholesale Exercise Equipment: Weight Lifting Equipment for your Home Gym

Weight lifting equipment is a must for every home. People today tend to be so busy that going to the gym becomes a luxury. The solution is to buy wholesale exercise equipment and bring it to your home. What does wholesale exercise equipment mean? For most people, wholesale is synonymous to a package deal. You pay less for more, in other words. The bigger question is, is it practical to buy wholesale exercise equipment for home purposes? The answer depends on your needs. There are practically hundreds of exercise equipments available in the market today. Each of these equipment has a specific purpose. Weight lifting equipment, for example, is designed to enhance or develop muscles. As to which part of the body it develops will depend on the functionality of the equipment. If your purpose is to develop muscles, then weight lifting equipment will serve your purpose. However, it is important that you consider cardio workout as part of the routine. You cannot just develop muscles instantly. In fact, some people who have been doing weight lifting for years complain about the absence of evident muscles in the area they are working on. Fact is, the muscles are hidden under …


 
10
Nov

Top 10 Best Workout Equipment for Women

Top 10 Best Workout Equipment for Women

It may already be difficult for you to balance your career and family life and searching for the appropriate and perfect exercise machine for your fitness goals would eat up much of your precious time. So, here is the list of the best workout equipment that you may purchase on fitness stores: 1. Aerobic stepper.  It is a simple but effective exercise tool for tightening thighs, toning hips and firming upper and lower body muscles. On this affordable exercise equipment, you can perform various exercises such as step ups, lateral jumps, and jumping drills. It is the best workout equipment for women because it helps in burning fats that most women definitely would want to achieve. 2. Weights.  Weights such as dumbbells, barbells and kettle balls are also great exercise tools for women.  Weights allow you to boost your endurance, and tone your muscles specially on the arms, shoulders and upper body. 3. Balance ball.  This is no ordinary ball because of its numerous effects on your body. It helps tone the core muscles and stabilizing the spine. If you are suffering form lower back pain and you are still treatment and rehabilitation, this is the best workout equipment for …


 
6
Nov

The Best Types of Weight Equipment

The Best Types of Weight Equipment

The effects of being overweight on an individual’s physical and emotional health can be devastating. Aside from the numerous physical health problems associated with being overweight, medical researches have revealed that gaining extra pounds can result in mental stress, body image disturbance, and other unhealthy conditions. Individuals who are overweight are most likely to suffer from depression and develop anti-social behavior. While there are certain genetic disorders that lead to excessive weight gain, recent trends point out that being overweight is the outcome of a sedentary lifestyle and lack of physical exercise. With the recent rise of health awareness, more and more individuals are struggling to lose weight through regular exercise. The importance of exercise in weight reduction has led to the enormous development of the many types of weight equipment including cables, smith machines, and kettlebells. While these exercise and fitness machines are designed to help you reduce weight and achieve a fit physique, they do not yield results if not used properly. Hence, it is crucial that you familiarize yourself with each type of weight equipment before starting any workout program. One essential piece of exercise equipment that you should consider if you want to perform a variety …


 
6
Nov

Weights: An EProfessional Fitness Equipmentssential Element of

Weights: A Professional Fitness Equipment

Professional body builders require more advanced equipment to train and maintain their physique. Apart from electronic machines such as treadmills, rowing apparatuses and elliptical trainers, fitness professionals rely on weights to augment their muscle mass. Traditional and novel versions of professional fitness equipment related to weight lifting are available in fitness stores for prices ranging from $80 to as much as $500. Free Weights Dumbbells The most fundamental kind of weight training device is the adjustable dumbbell, which has bars that can carry multiple weight plates. Traditional models consist of nuts and collars for fastening the disks, and crosshatch patterns intended for a more convenient grip. Selectorized dumbbells are also adjustable, but their weights are set mechanically, not manually. Fixed weight dumbbells are often made of cast iron, rubber with neoprene, or concrete covered with plastic. This type of dumbbell can be bought for as low as $0.97, depending on the material and weight. Kettlebells Until recently, the kettlebell was not widely used by athletes. This type of professional fitness equipment is made of cast iron and looks like a cannonball with a handle. Kettlebells’ weights range from 4 pounds to 175 pounds, and its center of mass allows the …


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