Mary D. Brown 
The first time I tried jumping on the trampoline was at a kid’s birthday party. I never thought I had it in me… but I did. I already knew about the famous NASA rebounding study claiming that this type of exercise is more efficient than running on the treadmill, both for cardiovascular training and energy …
When most people think of the Stairmaster, they think of it as a tool for cardio. Or a tool for torture. And while it is certainly great for both those purposes, did you know that the Stairmaster boasts many health benefits and can be used to target specific muscles? In this blog post, we will …
Looking to lose weight and tone up? Many people shy away from the Stairmaster because they think it’s too hard. But the Stairmaster is a great way to burn calories and tone your body, regardless of your fitness level. In as little as 20 minutes, you can burn over 200 calories on the Stairmaster. That’s more than …
I’ve been quite apprehensive about trying a Stairmaster. My mind was torn between two images: Rocky climbing those stairs at the Philadelphia Museum when he was training and Sisyphus trying to push his massive boulder up the cliff. And just like one really can’t imagine Sisyphus happy (it’s okay to read Camus, but look up the memes), I …
The first time I climbed on an elliptical, I noticed a bunch of things happening at once. First, I noticed that my quads were doing quite a lot of work. Then, my arms didn’t seem to push too much against the resistance. It was more like they were sore from the extra effort. I also …
If you’re looking to tone your arms, you’ll want to use the best arm machines at the gym. Many people make the mistake of using inappropriate devices or not using any at all. Women who fear gaining bulky arms will especially avoid gym machines or use tiny amounts of weight. This can lead to ineffective …
Sculpted shoulders are incredibly sexy, whether you’re wearing a tank top, a strapless dress, or nothing at all. But that’s not all. Toned shoulders support your arm muscles, lifting your triceps to reduce the flabby arms look. And you also need strong shoulders to minimize the effects working on the computer all day has on …
If you’re looking to improve the look and strength of your calves, a calf workout machine may be a valuable addition to your home gym. Or for your gym workout. But with all the different machines you can try, how do you know which one is right for you? You’re on the right page. In …
Looking to tone and strengthen your legs? You can use various gym or home machines to achieve your goals. This blog post will discuss 12 of the best leg workout machines. We will also provide tips on using these machines safely and effectively to get the most out of your workouts. And we’ll explain why …
Looking for the best workout machines to help you achieve a strong core and abs? You’re on the right page. We’ve compiled a list of the top ten machines split into two categories: cardio and strength training. We’ve discussed their pros, cons, best uses and dangers so that you can make the right choice. We’ve …
