Steve Theunissen
If you’ve ever stepped foot inside a commercial gym, it’s a sure bet that you’ve seen ellipticals in action. They’re those upright cardio units that allow you to get in a stride workout by moving in an elliptical (oval-shaped) motion. An elliptical bike combo combines the benefits of an elliptical…
Indoor training has become more common in recent years and some coaches prefer that their athletes ride intervals indoors because they can do it any time. You can fit a ride into your schedule regardless of the time of day or the weather if you bring your bike inside and…
The elliptical machine is one of the most used pieces of cardio gear in most gym cardio areas. It’s also a popular home gym cardio choice. To get a good workout, though, you have got to know how to use it properly.The elliptical can appear quite daunting to first time…
Are you struggling to force yourself to exercise for extended periods of time, or any time at all? Many people have turned to the vibration plate in their trying times, and for a good reason. A vibration plate benefits the most when you’re looking to put in a quick workout…
The treadmill is one of the most popular pieces of cardio equipment for home use. Modern treadmills come with such features as reduced impact cushioning, multiple inbuilt programs and heartbeat monitoring to make your walking or running workout safer and more beneficial. However, a home treadmill is only as good…
A few years ago, rebounders were generally considered to be lightweight pieces of exercise equipment – good for keeping the kids amused, but not much else. With the huge surge in popularity of High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT), however, the humble rebounder has been given a new lease of life…
The elliptical trainer is one of those cardiovascular exercise machines that you either love or you hate. The haters say that it’s too boring and that it isn’t challenging enough. Meanwhile, those who swear by it love that it’s low impact and that it works both the lower and the…
What do you do when you want to get a great cardio workout at home but haven’t got enough room to set up a workout area? You start shopping for an under bed treadmill, of course! That will allow you to get your sweat on and then pack your treadmill…
The medicine ball has been part of the fitness scene since the time of the Ancient Greeks. For decades, it was relegated to the corner of the gym to collect dust. In recent years, however, the medicine ball has come into vogue. The advent of functional training has given the…
Exercising on a trampoline is usually done to improve cardiovascular fitness. But does jumping on a trampoline build muscle? In this article we’ll provide a definitive answer to that question and examine exactly what muscle groups are used during trampoline exercises. Read on to find out precisely what trampoline jumping…