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If you are into strength training with free weights you have a couple of choices, working out with barbells or with dumbbells. They both can provide you with a terrific workout that takes and breaks down free weight training to it’s basic fundamentals. Training with dumbbells stimulates a large number of muscle fibers and therefore can result in muscle growth at a tremendous rate. With barbells, you’re limited by the movements range of motion by the actual bar, not so with dumbbells, you can actually improve the range of motion with certain movements such as when doing the bench press.

You can create a very inexpensive but complete workout program with a good bench and a good set of dumbbells. A set of dumbbells I would suggest to consider would be the Xvest Turbo Adjustable Dumbbells 5-60 With Stand. They are very well built, easy to change the weight and there is no need to have dumbbells all over because 1 dumbbell takes the place of 13. This from the same company that makes Xvest premium weighted vests. An added bonus is, you get a free stand with the dumbbells which can make your workout an easier and more convenient one.

Owning a pair of PowerBlock Dumbbells one of my favorite exercises to use them for is the single arm dumbbell row. If this exercise is done properly it will help you build a thick, strong back. Normally the motion is pretty much an up and down motion pulling the dumbbell up towards you with one arm while the other arm is braced on the bench, but with a slight twist you can increase the effectiveness of the exercise by 50%.

The movement is; once you pick up the dumbbell, row it up to your torso but when you lower the weight back to the starting position, simply twist it inwards. Once you twist the dumbbell for a slight turn, twist it back to the original position and pull upward again. Repeat this movement for the entire set and it will definitely aid in the muscle development of your back.

Are you tired of going to the gym, waiting in line and paying a monthly fee even if don’t go? For under $500 The Marcy Personal Multi-Gym MWM 900 is a machine that offers you lots of challenges to workout different muscle groups and keep your body strong and toned. It comes very well built with good stability and the pulley system that is very quiet and smooth much like you would get on a more expensive model.

With the Marcy MWM 950 being just under 7′ high you will only need about 7′ 6″ of clearence and if you live in an apartment or your basement has 8′ ceilings there will be no problem fitting it into the space you have choosen for your workout area. It comes with a 150 lb weight stack and the arm press doubles as a chest press and you can also work out your pecs wiyhout changing or shifting anything around. Another good feature is that it’s easy to put together and comes with it comes with tools and easy to use directions. So get a good workout at home and save money on gas, monthly fees and forget those long lines at the gym.

Talking to a good friend of mine, he said that he had just purchased a new treadmill and was very satisfied with it. I asked him what was the name of the treadmill he purchased and what were his reasons for selecting it.  He said he choose the Ironman 220t Treadmill after many comparisons and the features that were looked at were, it was sturdy, easy to use and well made, along with a good warranty and competitive price.

The support from the company after purchase was also a major consideration and he was very pleased from all the reports he had read that Ironman Fitness had a very good service department. This treadmill can hold up to 325 lbs and has a large surface 56″ long and 20″ wide, it has a 2.25 continuous hp motor that will take you up to 10 mph and an incline up to 10% for a varied workout with hills and flats. If you are looking to spend around $1,000 the Ironman 220t Treadmill is well worth the investment.

Most of the time you will hear the argument that walking won’t burn as many calories as jogging but lets take a closer look. When you are doing your treadmill workouts if you walk at a pace between 3.5 and4.0 mph you will burn about the same amount of calories as running or jogging. Other ways of making your workout more challenging and effective are; raising the incline on your treadmill and walk as fast as you can, pump your arms back and forth in a natural motion to add some intensity and also shorten your stride.

All the power of your walk comes from pushing with the back leg and foot, when you increase your speed , take shorter, quicker steps. Doing a brisk walk at about 3.5 mph you should be able to complete a mile in 15 minutes or less. Try to walk at least 30 to 60 minutes and if you want to do this in the comfort of your own home, the Boflex Series 7 Treadmill is an excellent choice with its reliability and many features.

My personal favorite among Upright Exercise Bikes has an updated version and its name is the Schwinn Airdyne Evolution. One thing Schwinn couldn’t improve on is the reliability of the old Airdyne, because as long as I’ve owned mine, (10 years) I have never had a single problem. One of the things they have done is make the fan smaller which produces less noise and if you are trying to watch TV or videos this is very helpful.

They have changed the drive from the pedals to the fan with a belt instead of the old way of using a chain and this has resulted into a smoother and even quieter ride. Still letting you work your arms and legs with resistance from turning a fan and with the faster you pedal the higher resistance for your workout, Schwinn has still kept their basic concepts on a tried and tested exercise bike. Whether you choose the original Airdyne classic version or the slightly smaller and quieter Schwinn Airdyne Evolution model you will be completely satisfied.

A great line of Fitness Equipment by Ironman Fitness is on sale in September through Amazon at up to a 45% savings. Elliptical trainers , treadmills, exercise bikes and more from Ironman Fitness plus free Super Saver Shipping make it a great time to purchase that piece of exercise equipment that you have been putting off. Their products were developed with the idea of supporting the Ironman triathelete and with cutting- edge technology combined with unsurpassed durability and an afforable price they have  become a great value.

Key Fitness Products who have a proven track record for high quality and award winning fitness equipment have teamed up with Ironman Fitness to develope  the Ironman Collection which features quality products with top of the line components. Now is the time to get a jump on your New Year’s resolutions for getting in shape ahead of time with your Ironman Fitness Equipment.

Running is definitely one of the best exercises for your body, heart and a great way to burn away calories. Whether you are going to run outside in the elements or on a Boflex Treadmill in the privacy of your home, it will take you time to build up your endurance. First and most important is to consult your doctor and get his/her approval to start a program.

When you first start you will probably spend more time walking than running. A good starting point is to begin with a brisk 10-15 minute walk and than alternate about 30 seconds of running with 1 minute of walking approximately 3 days a week. Every week you should decrease the amount of time you walk while increasing the amount of time that you run. Try to be running continuously for 20 to 30 minutes by at least the 4th or 5th week.

My wife suggested that I consult both a doctor and a personal trainer before my big endeavor and I thought that she was absolutely right.  When I went to ask them what I should do they both gave me really great advice.

One thing that they both said was that I should start taking some health supplements.  When the body gets older there is some resistance to vitamins and minerals and there is less of a store to use when those essential materials are depleted.  So taking health supplements and exercising go hand in hand for guys like me.

Let’s just say that I have let myself go.  A lot.  There are lots of ways that I could have made myself a healthier man, but I didn’t make the right eating and exercise choices and here we are.  I think though that enough is enough and I’m going to have to get back on the horse before it dies on me.

The home fitness equipment that I ordered should be here soon and I can’t wait to begin my journey back to health.  I have friends look like they were still in their thirties even though they are my age because they took care of themselves and I want that reality to be mine.