Treadmills are perhaps the most popular kind of personal exercise equipment, and for good reason. They make it possible to work out at any time in any weather. You don't have to worry about finding a safe neighborhood to walk in, and you'll get a physical challenge regardless of your fitness level when you use a treadmill to walk. When you're first starting to walk on your treadmill, you'll likely have a lot of questions about how to walk on a treadmill and the best way to maximize your exercise regime. You'll want to make sure to adjust your workout as your fitness improves. But it ..read more

With recent concerns about coronavirus (COVID-19), you might be thinking about skipping the gym. The World Health Organization’s current advice includes regularly washing your hands and avoiding close contact with other people. Going to the gym and touching public barbells certainly won’t help, so it makes sense to skip.  But there’s no reason to skip health and fitness. You might wonder what to do when you can’t go to the gym, but as long as you have the right fitness equipment, you can get the same workout at home as you would at the gym. How to Work Out at Home You might be concerned t ..read more

Exercise keeps us both physically and mentally sharp, and it's an integral part of a healthy lifestyle. If you want to make the most of your workout routine and reap the maximum benefits, you'll need to develop a program that covers all the bases. While both cardio and strength training can both make you stronger and healthier, neither type of exercise is complete on its own. The perfect balance, however, depends on what you hope to get out of your workout. First, we need to learn a little bit about aerobic and anaerobic exercise: Aerobic exercise is all about getting your breathing and heart ..read more

You're ready to start a new diet or fitness regimen but not quite sure where to begin. It's a common predicament — with so many different fitness and diet plans available on the internet, the prospect of selecting the right one for you can be intimidating. Each program looks completely different, so how are you supposed to know which one will actually work?  While many fitness and diet plans promise to deliver exceptional results for every participant, they often fail to live up to their lofty claims. In reality, no good one-size-fits-all approach to dieting exists. A plan that works wond ..read more

You can stop treadmill static from zapping your workout with these 5 simple tips. Static electricity buildup can be annoying for any treadmill or elliptical owner. Fortunately, there are preventative measures you can take to reduce the unwanted zap when your skin makes contact with the frame. Here are our five tips on how to reduce elliptical and treadmill shock for a more enjoyable fitness routine. You can also apply these tips to other home fitness equipment to reduce the risk of static charge. HOW TO STOP STATIC ELECTRICITY ON TREADMILLS 1-Put a mat under your treadmill A treadmill ma ..read more

Having a cardio routine is an important part of any fitness plan.  Good cardiovascular fitness reduces the risk of heart disease, lowers the risk of diabetes by up to 50%, and even promotes a great night’s sleep.  It also works wonders to maintain healthy body composition for anyone from new moms to career executives who log a lot of hours at a desk. Regular exercise also smashes stress, boosts energy, and improves people’s overall well-being. But we understand that your schedule moves at a million miles per hour — and your fitness strategy doesn’t always keep up at that pace. About ..read more

At some point in your weight loss journey — usually, the beginning — you may wonder about how much weight loss you'll be able to actually achieve in a week or a month. Then, you may make an estimation and put a suitable fitness plan in motion. But, instead of how much weight you can lose, you must focus on how much weight you should lose. When you are specifically assessing your weekly weight loss goals, keep in mind that the plan you use must be safe and lead to consistent results — which can maximize the likelihood of successful weight loss and maintenance in the long run.‌ ‌Weekly Weight Lo ..read more

COVID-19 has had an immense impact not just on the framework of our daily lives, but also on our mental health and well-being. With over 60% of American adults reporting unwanted weight gain during the COVID-19 pandemic and 48% reporting an increase in stress, it's time for a return to healthy habits and a consistent fitness routine. You may be ready to conquer a new fitness regimen, but are you ready to return to the gym? You may even be wondering: “Is the gym safe?” Even though the number of vaccinated people continues to rise, it still remains risky to work out in an enclosed space, accordi ..read more

Habits don’t happen overnight. While that means it will take time and effort to form good habits like working out, it also means that bad or compulsive habits aren't set in stone. Made a mistake or lost confidence? You can learn from it. Got sick or stuck in a rut? You can heal and grow.  When trying to create your workout routine, take heart in the journey. Read on for our tips on how to make healthy-boosting fitness a part of your life.  1. START SMALL You may have visions of daily workouts, perfectly toned abs, and defined muscles, but you can’t make a habit out of nothing. You sh ..read more

As temperatures drop, it's tempting to fall into a kind of hibernation mode, increasing our time spent on couches snuggled under blankets and finding ourselves taking more and more long winter's naps. And while there's nothing wrong with getting cozy and relaxing, it can easily take a negative turn into a consistent pattern of lethargy and inactivity that can be hard to break.  I personally struggle with working out in the winter, finding myself making lame excuses for skipping my workout and then feeling bad about it afterward. Remember, no one ever regretted a good workout, so here ..read more