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By: Jinny@blowflex blaze

Jinny@blowflex blaze — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 01:44:22 +0000

I have a treadmill one, and I think it is worth it to use it – i bought last 2 years..

By: Peter | Workout Equipment

Peter | Workout Equipment — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 15:11:52 +0000

I love to workout at home. I have a bike, elliptical and some weights and train 3 to 4 times a week. Some say you need more discipline to train at home but for me its the other way around. I just take a couple of stairs and I can train. No need to go in my car trough traffic. Peter | Workout Equipments last blog post..Heart Rate Monitor Wrist Watch By Timex | The Unisex Pulse Monitor For Every Exercise

By: Rid Of Man Boobs

Rid Of Man Boobs — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 22:16:41 +0000

Two years ago I spent 3 months running and lost a vast amount of weight but when winter set in running was just too unpleasant outside so I used an exercise bike at home. I really found it useful and found that being able to just jump on first thing in the morning rather than having to get all my gear together, go down to where I normally run, avoid dog walkers, avoid rainy days and so on meant I actually exercised more. Exercising outside can be great fun but there are so many things that can get in the way of a good exercise session, I would advise anyone to consider getting some basic bits of home worjout equipment. Rid Of Man Boobss last blog post..Diet To Get Rid Of Man Boobs

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Thu, 28 Aug 2008 17:07:58 +0000

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By: Steve v4.7

Steve v4.7 — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 03:15:09 +0000

We tried converting our family room into a gym. We donated all the furniture to a shelter and bought a universal machine with all the attachments, some free weights, a treadmill, and a stair climber. We kept it that way for a year. It was kind of tough because that was where our TV was- so if you wanted to watch TV you had to sit on one of the exercise contraptions. Like I said, it lasted a year and I have to say that it was an interesting experiment but I wouldn't repeat it. Even though it was convenient we didn't really use it all that much. Having a gym membership works so much better for us. I'm at the gym six days a week and we have our home theater back. Even here in the Pacific NW with all the rain and gloom, I'd rather bike on over to the gym than move the ironing off the exercise machine. Steve v4.7s last blog post..(Day 462 / -154 lbs.) It's Not A Tool Kit, It's An Arsenal

By: Kelly the Kitchen Kop

Kelly the Kitchen Kop — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 02:12:31 +0000

I looooove having my Bowflex and treadmill here at home. That way, when I go through my bad "streaks" of not exercising (everyone goes through those), I don't have to keep paying for the gym membership I'm not using. I always get back into it eventually (usually after an especially busy time in my life lets up a little), and then everything I need is right here. I don't have to wake up the kids or worry about where they'll go, I just get up early, and have at it while they sleep upstairs. Like another commenter said, you have to be disciplined, but you do no matter what you're doing, and the convenience can't be beat. Kelly the Kitchen Kops last blog post..Is Pasture Raised Chicken the Healthiest Chicken Choice?

By: Metroknow

Metroknow — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 22:14:57 +0000

@FBG: I didn’t realize that you guys review them…I sense a guest post coming on…I will email ya

@Ashley: It sounds like we have a similar outlook, currently. I’ve had a gym membership in the past, and in the end it turned into a 2-year bill that I couldn’t get out of, but almost never used. When I was using the stationary bicycle, I did the same, and the time really did fly. That is kind of what I’m wanting out of home equipment if I go that route. Thank you for your thoughts!

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By: Ashley

Ashley — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 21:00:44 +0000

I know myself well enough to know that I won’t use a gym membership. Maybe if it was actually at work, but not if I have to go somewhere to use it. I’m picky about the temperatures I’m willing to run in, so exercising indoors gets much better results. I got my elliptical used (thirdhand) off Craigslist. I wound up having to replace a belt which doubled my cost, but it was still much much cheaper than buying new and it works great otherwise. I don’t have much space, so it sits in my living room. I usually watch TV while I’m working out. It’s a nice distraction to make the time go faster.
Anyway, if you’re motivated to use it, home exercise equipment is great, and I find that I make fewer excuses for working out at home than if I had to leave to do it.

By: Fit Bottomed Girls

Fit Bottomed Girls — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 19:54:12 +0000

And you know Erin and I review a bunch of them, so if you need suggestions or want us to test drive one before you invest your time, do let us know. (contact@fitbottomedgirls.com)

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By: Metroknow

Metroknow — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 19:49:08 +0000

All – Thank you Thank you for such excellent advice. This has really energized me, and is one of the best aspects of writing. I really appreciate your thoughts – it makes it all worthwhile.

@Dieting Ninja: Thanks for the frank advice. And I just added “frillion” to my word list. That is a new one. I am not sure where I would put the equipment, but we definitely don’t have a separate room for it. I’ve got to think about that one….

@Christine: Hi Christine – Sage advice as always. I kind of feel the same I think when it comes to the idea that if you can’t discipline yourself enough to go out and exercise, you won’t have much luck staying home and doing it either. But I think I’m approaching the commitment level required. I have thought about a trainer, but I dunno – I might just be making excuses, but I’m not really “up” for it right now. I’m also thinking about doing another charity race event. At any rate, I think your advice on scheduling is spot on, and mirrors some of the comments from others in my post on lack of sleep. I think this is one of those “secrets” that really works for more people than I realize. Thank you as always, and good to hear from ya!

@Robin and @orneryswife: Hi to both of you! You know I think Robin has described the Needak Rebounder to me before. It sounds like it gets glowing endorsements from everyone who uses it – I’ll have to check it out. Also – Robin – Thank you for the kind words of encouragement you’ve sent in email. I’ll respond here shortly. I really do appreciate it.

@Pete and @FBG: The treadmill is my first inclination from a cardio perspective, but like FBG says, the cost is the one prohibitive factor for me I think. I want one that I can run on, and generally the ones I’ve looked at in the lower price range all say walk-only. That said, I am a Craigslist junkie, so I may be able to find a good one used if that is the route I take. And FBG: I LOVE the idea of Netflix’ing those videos. We do Netflix too, so I am Definitely going to give that a shot.

@Sparrow: Hi there Sparrow! I think you might be onto something there, with spending a little time in the gym to figure this out. And who knows, maybe I’ll start to enjoy the gym atmosphere a little more and just “get over myself”.