The Stair Stepper In All Its Diverse Forms

December 17th, 2009 admin Posted in Bowflex Home Gym, Bowflex Reviews, Bowflex Treadclimber, Bowflex Treadclimber Reviews, Bowflex Treadmill, Elliptical Machines, Other Home Gyms, The Stair Stepper No Comments »

Stamina InStride Electronic Stepper Stamina InStride Electronic Stepper
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Limited in space but still want a great cardiovascular workout? Look no further than the Stamina InStride electronic stepper, which offers a footprint of only 12 inches wide by 16 inches long. As a result, you can use your InStride stepper just about anywhere--in front of the TV, while on the phone, in your sunroom, outside on the patio, or even at work...

Features

  • Electronic stair stepper that takes up a mere 192 square inches of space
  • Small enough to fit in a corner, in front of the TV, or in a travel bag
  • 2 hydraulic cylinders create stepping motion to boost cardio
  • Battery-operated fitness monitor times each workout and counts steps
  • Measures 12 inches wide by 16 inches long; weighs 20 pounds

It has really only been in the past decade or so that the technology in fitness machines of all types has gone through their most notable advancements. This doesn't mean that there weren't fitness machines prior to that because there were lots of them. It just means that in more recent times they have become more advanced in their functions and features and also frankly, more durable.

An Amazingly Broad Range of Prices

The stair stepper is a fine example of this. For example to begin with the range in all the various makes and models is absolutely incredible now. It's not just the number of types, but the price range as well. For instance, you can now find a simple working mini stair stepper being sold at WallMart with a price tag in the area of $50.

The Inexpensive Mini Stair Stepper

The Inexpensive Mini Stair Stepper

The $5,000 StairMaster By StepMill

Then the very top model currently on the market is the StepMill, made by StairMaster and it features a a price tag of a little over $5,000. Of course there are many more types and models in between these two extremes in prices but it just goes to show the incredibly broad range in diversity that's out there on what is in effect the same machine.

So Just what Defines a Stair Stepper?

Well almost the same machine. This is because in truth, what actually defines a stair stepper isn't in the machines themselves but rather the stair stepping motions that you're legs are doing when using them. In the end, this is why there is such diversity in price, form and feature functions in this one particular category of fitness machine.

The StepMill By StairMaster

The StepMill By StairMaster

Do You Really Need a Stair Stepper Downstairs?

This is also a great time to point out one other very important fact that you may want to consider. This is that given that the stair stepper is so singular in its functions. That is that it will really only allow you to do stair stepping exercises. If you have a set of stairs available in or near your home, you may want to consider that you're money may be better invested elsewhere.

Perhaps Other Types of Fitness Gear?

After all, do bear in mind that the machine is going to take up space and if you have nice set of stairs already, why not consider making better use of that space and money on perhaps something like a compact weight resistance machine or a treadmill for instance?

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What is the Cheapest Bowflex to Buy?

October 30th, 2008 child_od Posted in Bowflex Home Gym 1 Comment »

Bowflex PR1000 Home Gym Bowflex PR1000 Home Gym
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The Bowflex PR1000 home gym is a great way to strengthen your muscles and add a bit of cardio training to the mix with over 30 strength exercises and a built-in rowing station. With up to 210 pounds of Power Rod resistance, this versatile machine helps work the abs, arms, chest, back, shoulders, and lower body...

Features

  • Get a total body strength workout with affordable home gym; includes rowing machine rail
  • Provides as little as five or as many as 210 pounds of resistance via Bowflex Power Rods
  • Over 30 strength exercises; includes horizontal bench press and lat pull down
  • Sliding seat rail adds aerobic rowing training for calorie-burning, cardiovascular warm-up and cool-down
  • 300-pound maximum user weight; requires 100 x 78-inch minimum workout area
The Bowflex Motivator is one of the more less expensive models - one of the cheapest Bowflexes you can buy.

The Bowflex Motivator is one of the more less expensive models - one of the cheapest Bowflexes you can buy.

So you have finally decided to equip your home or office with a Bowflex fitness machine or other state of the art workout equipment. However; you are finding out that while Bowflex offers premium quality in all its American made, precision engineered products. They are not as cheap as some of the lesser quality Chinese manufactured fitness gear currently on the market.

Always the Best Deals Online

If you are looking for a bargain on your Bowflex home gym, treadmill, SelectTech Dumbbells or any other Bowflex equipment for that matter take heart. This is because there are in fact, tons of great deals out there online but you are going to have to take a little time to scout them out.

Consider Your Warranty Options

For a discount deal on a new Bowflex machine or gym equipment, you may want to consider buying from an independent Bowflex dealer. However; one thing that you will have to forgo if you go this route is Bowflex' extended warranties. Of course, independents will have warranties but they just won't be as long or comprehensive as you would get from the official Bowflex site.

Check the Online Auction Sites

You should have no trouble finding great bargains on used Bowflex home gyms and equipment on any one of the online auction sites, such as eBay. However; just as with buying anything else that is used, the cheaper the price, the less pristine the condition that you can expect your Bowflex purchase to be in.

Check the Sellers Feedback

This does not completely discount the fact that none the less, there are rare and exceptional deals to be found. If you have never before shopped on eBay then there are some basic rules of thumb that you will want to know. One is that you will want to check the feedback that the person you are considering buying form has received from previous customers.

No Clear Accurate Pictures – No Sale!

Another thing that you will want to see is good clear pictures and an accurate description of the Bowflex equipment that is being featured. No clear pictures then no sale! Also, remember to bear in mind that what ever it is that you are buying has to be shipped. This is definitely something that you will want to negotiate with the seller.

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The Bowflex Home Gym – 3 Ways Bowflex Home Gyms Benefit You

July 27th, 2007 child_od Posted in Bowflex Home Gym 1 Comment »

Bowflex PR1000 Home Gym Bowflex PR1000 Home Gym
List Price: $799.00
Sale Price: $549.00
You save: $250.00 (31%)
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The Bowflex PR1000 home gym is a great way to strengthen your muscles and add a bit of cardio training to the mix with over 30 strength exercises and a built-in rowing station. With up to 210 pounds of Power Rod resistance, this versatile machine helps work the abs, arms, chest, back, shoulders, and lower body...

Features

  • Get a total body strength workout with affordable home gym; includes rowing machine rail
  • Provides as little as five or as many as 210 pounds of resistance via Bowflex Power Rods
  • Over 30 strength exercises; includes horizontal bench press and lat pull down
  • Sliding seat rail adds aerobic rowing training for calorie-burning, cardiovascular warm-up and cool-down
  • 300-pound maximum user weight; requires 100 x 78-inch minimum workout area

Bowflex is known for its home gym equipment and work out machines. Not only does the company have a great reputation, but they are perhaps one of the best selling home gym equipment providers worldwide. The company’s success may be attributed Bowflex Home Gymto a combination of great marketing, advertising, and excellent results. Bowflex home gyms are offered in many different models including the Bowflex Revolution, the Bowflex Sport, the Bowflex Ultimate, and the Bowflex Xtreme. You may be wondering if a Bowflex home gym would be right for you, so hopefully with a little more knowledge about Bowflex home gyms, you will be able to make a proper and informed decision.

The Bowflex Home Gym - Get a Versatile and Complete Workout

First and foremost, Bowflex home gyms are designed to give you a versatile and complete workout when used properly and consistently. However, the results will always depend on your particular body type. It is important to remember that everyone is not the same therefore the same results as someone else is virtually impossible.

However, that aside each Bowflex home gym is designed with special technology, depending on the particular model, to offer a full range of motion, reduce impact and stress on joints, and to work the major muscle groups of the body. Each Bowflex home gym offers a variety of exercises that you would be able to do at any public gym. Also, because Bowflex technology mimics the resistance and performance of free weights without the associated dangers, you can work out without a spotter. Every Bowflex home gym comes equipped with a complete instruction manual so that even the Bowflex novice can feel comfortable working out and trying each exercise.

Work Out at Home Whenever You Want with the Bowflex Home Gym

Secondly, Bowflex home gyms can benefit you by allowing you to work out in the comfort of your own home. It also allows you the freedom to set your own schedule, which can be extremely important in today’s busy world. With a Bowflex home gym, you can work out at home, in almost any room, at any time of the day or night. One of the most common excuses explaining why people do not work out is that they do not have the time. Well, with a Bowflex home gym system, that excuse is no longer valid. You can work out while watching your favorite television show, on your lunch break, after work while the kids do their homework, or just about any other time you want! There is never the problem of worrying about getting to the gym before it closes or fitting your workout into your hectic schedule.

The Bowflex Home Gym System is Affordable

Thirdly, and perhaps one of the most attractive benefits of the Bowflex home gym, is the price. Bowflex offers its home gym equipment at very affordable prices. Most Bowflex home gyms have several different models, or series, which range in price. This way, regardless of budget, you can choose a home gym system that works for you. Additionally, Bowflex offers financing with monthly payments for those customers that may need such a payment plan. Complementing the affordable price, Bowflex offers its six-week fitness results guarantee on all of its products. If you do not see the results you want within six weeks, Bowflex will allow you to return the equipment for a full refund, less shipping fees.

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