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i want to buy a treadmill in the next few weeks and was just wandering if anyone had one of these:

http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/3355800/c_1/1|category_root|Sports+and+leisure|10199392/c_2/2|cat_10199392|Home+gym+equipment|10199523/c_3/3|cat_10199523|Treadmills|10199544.htm

i’ve looked around but there arent many reviews, so far i can only find argos selling it.

it looks good but i just need to know if it is easy to store as i live in ground floor flat with no room to store it, i got a place in mind behind a door if it folds relatively small.
I’m a total newbie to fitness by the way so any suggestions would be appreciated

Try this one. It is the same one as Argos. I have bought from them they are good

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/YORK-INSPIRATION-TREADMILL-NEW-ASSEMBLED_W0QQitemZ280257728575QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item280257728575&_trkparms=72%3A984%7C39%3A1%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p3911.c0.m14

I recently bought the pro fitness magnetic exercise bike form Argos (£59.99), but am having problems assembling it. It says you have to disconnect the resistance adjustment from the trimming lead before putting the trimming lead through the handlebar post hole and reconnecting again. Cant get them disconnected as its in tension. Has anyone else bought and assembled this?

Hi,

I’ve tried so many different diets in the last 10 years that I can say now, they don’t work!
A few months ago, I came across a great product for weight loss and like many others I was skeptical about it. But I really wanted to lose weight and I tried it. The results were excellent and I lost 20 pounds in 2 months. I felt fantastic and I dropped another 5 pounds safely. That’s why I recommend you check this product at
http://www.freelstore.info where they have a free trial and you only pay 5.49$ shipping and handling.
Good luck!

1. Driving with your headlights on during daylight hours (1 point)
increases your chances of being seen.
increases engine efficiency.
allows you to pass in a no-passing zone.
enhances your ability to see.
2. Operating costs for your vehicle include (1 point)
hazardous wastes.
the purchase price of your car.
insurance and registration of your car.
money you spend on gas, oil, and tires.
3. Under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act, automakers must (1 point)
provide for vehicle registration.
build certain safety features into their vehicles.
provide low-cost automobile insurance.
offer a choice of s to customers.
4. The risk of being involved in a crash (1 point)
does not pertain to good drivers.
depends on the confidence of the driver.
is always present.
is only present in poor weather conditions.
5. The yearly total cost of motor-vehicle crashes in the U.S. has been estimated at (1 point)
$230,000.
$2.3 million.
$230 million.
$230 billion.
6. Driver education can provide you with (1 point)
the guarantee of becoming a good driver.
knowledge of the rules of the road.
discounts on vehicle purchases.
automobile insurance.
7. The goal of the __________________ is to enable people and goods to move safely and efficiently. (1 point)
American Automobile Association
HTS
National Highway Association
AFL-CIO
8. When you drive, reduced ___________________ means increased risk. (1 point)
visibility
fitness
insurance
traffic
9. The more miles you drive a vehicle, the smaller the ______________________ costs are per mile. (1 point)
environmental
operating
fixed
collision
10. In order to drive, you need to understand the basic _____________________ about a vehicle. (1 point)
cost-benefit ratio
optional equipment packages
rules
facts

because i value my own life and the lives of others…im gonna have to say you should probably figure this out for yourself. There are WAY too many horrible, unintelligent drivers as there is. Seriously. This isn’t exactly hard. Most of it is common sense.

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Its going to be raining here for a while, so I cant go out an run. I was looking to buy some sort of equipment and I came across this:

http://www.target.com/Tony-Little-Gazelle-Fitness-System/dp/B0000AS7W2/ref=cm_reviews_dp_seemore/602-2960024-1428622?ie=UTF8&coliid=&frombrowse=1&alt%5Fview=custReviews&asin=B0000AS7W2#R2K9EHFSF5FFY3

It’s really cheap. Opinions?

First thing is don’t buy any fitness equipment you see on T.V. Get a gym membership and work the real deal. If it’s not to cold, what’s wrong with running in the rain….don’t stop now..
Charlie c.

I’m interested in purchasing a bike but i am unsure what bike meets my needs. i play at a high level of sport in soccer and need to keep my fitness levels high. I was curious as to which bike would accommodate my needs of keeping fit and toning the body e.g abs, arms, chest and obviously legs. I have heard of names such as a road, fitness and hybrid bike but need further advice. HELP PLEASE!

If you enjoy cycling then get a road bike. Road bikes are the ones that you see on Tour de France and local road bike races. Spend atleast $2,000 because anything less would be a waste of money. You need to invest in your bicycle because it requires that much money to get a decent bike nowadays. Ofcourse you can get a bicycle that functions properly for much less. But I wouldnt spend any less for a bicycle because once you try a bicycle that is designed by engineers then you’d clearly see the difference between that and a $300 worthless trash they sell at Walmart.

For a $2,000 road bike you typically get Shimano Ultegra or SRAM Rival group set for an entire bike that weighs around 17lbs. For $300 you would get a bike that shifts with a loud clunk and weigh twice that much. $2,000 road bikes are engineered by dedicated professionals. You would be amazed how quickly, smoothly and quietly the bike can shift when it is made and tuned properly.

A typical roadie will ride atleast 20 miles per ride if not more. Some people go on 50 mile bike rides every day and these are enthusiasts and not athletes. Road cycling is fast and fun. Riding a bike should be an experience. The amount of money you are willing to spend on your bicycle will elevate your experience accordingly. If you ever rode a $5,000 road bike then you would know the difference between that and a $2,000 road bike. Some people might think it is ridiculous to spend that much money on a bike considering they can get a bike at walmart for $300. They clearly dont know anything if they think the $300 bike is the same as something that costs 20 times more.

If you are an athlete then you should get a road bike and dont get the entry level bike because that will leave much to be desired and spending $700 to upgrade later for a $1,400 bike and then to a $2,100 bike is a waste of money when you should have just bought a $2,100 bike to begin with. A decent bike starts at $2,000 in my opinion and anything less would end up having you spend more money in the long run because you would want that more expensive bike once you test ride one at your local bike shop and realize how much better it is compared to that $700 entry level road bike.

My recommendation for a road bike is Cervelo Soloist Team.

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above is a rowing machine, i have one in my house. i was wondering if I did it probably everyday for two weeks for half an hour, would it help me lose any weight at at all in 2 weeks? I am going on holiday in 2 1/2 weeks but I need to lose weight before then. mind i am 15 and i want to look better in my bikini.
answers as soon as possible please
thanks a lot in advance
Thank you ‘Finley’ but I would rather just use my rowing machine. I appreciate the answer though, I really do . Thank you first answerer. I will probably do that. I have done it before. It’s not that hard for me, so I will do it 3 or 4 times a week. thanks!

Rowing is a seriously good exercise. It’s a great cardiovascular trainer and you get some extra muscle workout as well.

30mins is quite a lot to uphold though. Don’t do it every day or you’ll burn out – especially if you haven’t done it before. Do it 3, maybe max 4 times a week.

Good luck.

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http://www.xiserstepper.com

The X-iser mini stepper is an advanced design mini stepper that allows you to get intense bursts of exercise that will improve your fitness using it only 4-12 minutes a day. Based on the new exercise science of interval training, this extremely durable, American made mini stepper is portable anywhere and it weighs only 14 pounds.

This is a video review of the X-iser mini stepper, showing how it is used and the benefits of each exercise.

The X-iser Mini Stepper is small and portable, and it weighs only 14 pounds, taking up about 2 square feet, the X-iser can be used anywhere in a minimum amount of space. Keep it anywhere. Take it with you in your car to warm up before golfing or hiking.

It is the one essential piece of home gym equipment that saves huge amounts of space when compared to bulky exercise bikes, treadmills, or ellipticals.

There is no impact and no injuries. The X-iser simulates running without the impact. It is good for knees, ankles, hips and back.

The X-iser is good for improving your balance

It is ideal for building core strength. The X-iser has been medically proven to improve your lower body strength with the minimal investment of time.

This machine allows you to repliacte sprinting anywhere and at any time. There is no need to leave your home or office.

The X-iser Mini Stepper is made in America using thick aircraft aluminum alloy and stainless steel, and it is built to last a lifetime. Don’t buy a cheap Chinese-made stepper that is made of plastic, leaks hydraulic fluid all over the floor, and that has bad balance characteristics that can cause them to flip over during use. Also compare the Xiser’s full 5-year warranty to the short 30 day warranties for the Chinese products.

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You want to make sure that your used fitness equipment lasts for as long as possible, to do this you need to make sure that they equipment is in the best shape that it can be in even though it is was

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…losing leg fat and tummy fat?

We have the choice of this:
http://www.elliptical-trainer-reviews.com/images/product-images/proform700-big.jpg
this:
http://www.fitness-machines-exercise-equipment.com/treadmill.jpg
this:
http://www.platinumfitness.co.za/bicycle_450.jpg
or this:
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41ozrnojT3L._SL500_AA280_.jpg
for people who say swimming, i already do swimming on a team every day. i want to know what else i can do, far as land based exercise, i could do.

Swimming and running is the best!

I am a regular mountain biker, but like to road-ride, too. However, my full-suspension is way too much drama for the pavement and even my hardtail is too heavy for efficient road travel. I want something lighter and better suited. The problem is, I am not super fond of the "feel" of road bikes. I saw that Trek (my fave) had "fitness" bikes and "urban" bikes and I am wondering if anyone can tell me what are the advantages/disadvantages to choosing a fitness or urban bike over a road bike?

THANKS!
Just to add, a fitness bike is not a stationary bike. It is an actual style of bicycle like urban, road, mountain, triathalon, etc. I was just hoping that someone had some info on what might be better suited for me. Thanks to anyone who can help!

Okay, here goes, a Road bike is a race inspired design. It has you in an "attack" position the whole time regardless of how you place your hands on the bars. The frames are MUCH lighter than MTBs and the tires are much thinner as well (obvious). What is NOT completely obvious is the change in the riding position. The seatpost is higher and the stems/hb is positioned so that you are more erect but arched forward as well.

The hybrids, aka Fitness Bikes/urban bikes are basically a mixture of MTB and road bikes. They are using the geometry of MTB but the concepts/ideals of a road bike. The wheels on a hybrid are 700 cc which is similar to a road bike but the tire size is actually a little bit wider and thicker. (instead of 18-25, it is 32-38). The riding position is similar to that of a MTB with a little more relaxed feeling and not an attack position. The components actually go both ways. Some models have MTB components while some have Road bike components. That depends, however, on how high of a model you get. Some, also have carbon fiber distributed throughout the frame/fork while others are fully rigid. Sometimes you’ll find a suspension seatpost but on "fitness" bikes it is usually a rigid fork. Weight wise, the hybrids range from 20-25lbs but are actually surprisingly fast. Trek, Giant, Specialized, Cannondale and a couple others all offer hybrids now.
Pros: hybrids are cheaper and have the same basic concept of getting from point A to point B quickly but comfortably but still a nice ride to work out with. The geometry is very similar to a MTB. Faster than MTB. Not much maintenance required if you take care of it.

Cons: Not as light as a road bike. Components can be cheapy if not purchasing a good model. Can be as expensive as road bikes if purchasing a good model.

I have both MTB’s and Road bikes and I love both. I just love to ride regardless of what bike it is. However, there is a HUGE difference between the two. If you just want to get from point A to point B, I say get a hybrid. If you want a cardio work out and get HUGE legs, get a road bike. It took me a while to break down and buy a road bike. I owned only MTBs for years but decided to finally give it a shot after starting to work at a bike shop. I like both but nothing beats MTBs. Go to a dealer and try them both out, hybrids and road bikes. Ride it for a while and see if you can see yourself getting comfortable on a road bike. If not, your choice is pretty much made up. If so… well…. questions… questions… questions… and price… price…price. Good luck mate.