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by E. Alton Hall
Treadmills are the aerobic exercise machine of choice for good reasons. They are probably the most enjoyable exercise machines, whether you typically like a slow, comfortable walk or a long run. Regardless of your age or fitness level, treadmills are suited for both intense and mild training, and therefore are one of the most effective pieces of exercise equipment you can buy. A study that compared exercisers who worked out equally hard for the same time on several different types of machines found that they generally burned the most calories on a treadmill. Consumer Reports research has shown that they’re less likely to gather dust than other types of exercise machines.A treadmill is judged in several ways. Before you buy any treadmill, take it for a test run and check for the following attributes. In addition, look at features, such as whether the treadmill offers preset programs, or is capable of “memorizing” a program you’ve created for yourself. Some machines can monitor the user’s heart rate and adjust speed and incline to keep heart rate within a specified range.
The merit of some of these features, like handrails, will vary with the exerciser’s body and motion.
Durability — is evaluated by using a drum with pneumatic “feet” attached. The feet on the rotating drum pound the treadmill to simulate use by a 180-pound person jogging 500 miles — the equivalent of a year’s worth of use by a recreational runner. Then the treadmill is taken apart and examined for damage.
Ergonomics — how the treadmill fits the user — and the machine’s ease of use are also examined. You should be able to use a good treadmill intuitively, or at least without constantly referring to the owner’s manual.
A Thick Deck. The platform on which you’ll run or walk is the machine’s deck. A deck that’s at least three-quarters of an inch thick will stand up best to the impact of running. If you’re short of space, look for a deck that folds up. Make sure you can lift the deck easily and that the latch holds it securely in place.
Wide foot rails. Foot rails are located on either side of the deck. Make sure you can stand on them while you start up the treadmill and that they’re not tilted or wobbly.
Large belt. Look for a belt that’s at least 17 inches wide and 51 inches long. A small belt increases your chances of stepping off accidentally when it’s moving.
Well-designed handrails. They should be close enough to reach if necessary, but they should not get in the way of your swinging arms. They should be cushioned if you plan to hold on while you exercise.
Motor location. Make sure the motor housing is out of kicking range as you walk or run on the treadmill. Also, look for a quiet motor.
Easy-to-use controls. Avoid slide switches or knobs that you have to fiddle with to get to a desired setting.
Stability. Be sure the treadmill doesn’t wobble or creep across the floor.
Minimum incline near zero. Models that don’t level off below 2 percent can make the workout more strenuous than you want.
Useful programs. If you plan to use preset programs, see if you like the variety and can easily select the desired program. Check how the display monitors your progress through the program.
Other Extras. Touches that may help you decide between two otherwise similar machines include trays and stands to hold reading material or a remote control, a nest to rest your water bottle, and a place to safely hang your towel.
Follow these basics and you will end up with a treadmill that will serve you well for years to come. Here’s a toast to your improved fitness!
E. Alton Hall is a freelance writer whose articles on health and fitness have appeared in a variety of publications. For more information visit his website on treadmills: www.treadmill-resource.info
Copyright of this article: 2006 E. Alton Hall. This article may be reprinted if the resource box and hyperlinks are left intact.
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by Shelley Costello
I am as passionate about buying handbags as I am shoes. For me, an outfit is just not complete without the right bag and shoes.If you took a shopping trip to the high street or local mall, you could find a few handbag stores, shoe shops which stocked bags to compliment their ranges and of course department stores who usually have a specific handbag section.
The online shopping experience offers a completely different experience when it comes to finding handbags and more importantly a discount handbag!
Some of the top online shoe stores offer over up to and over 5000 different handbag styles that cover hundreds of individual brands and designers.
Due to the fact that these ‘virtual’ stores don’t have to pay out the same overheads that ‘real’ stores do, prices are dramatically lower. Their sales are not seasonal and continue throughout the year. They offer thousands of handbags on sale with up to 70% off.
Prices start from as little as $5.00 up to $1000. That’s a pretty wide ranging price structure so you can be sure to find something you like within your budget.
Shopping for your new handbag is not only easy but enjoyable too. The search options allow you to view bags by style, price, brand and designer.
If you are anything like me and just have a little bit of a weakness for accessories, browsing for a discount handbag online is shopping heaven!
To find a discount handbag grab yourself a cup of coffee and visit http://www.womens-shoes-guru.com/discount-handbag.html
Copyright 2005-2006 Shelley Costello
Shelley is owner/author of the Womens Shoes Guru. Providing women with a unique guide to choosing and buying shoes and bags online. Tips, secrets, advice and everything you need to know when shopping online for shoes and bags.
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by Sylvie Leochko
In today’s world, time is everything. So, the last thing that you need is to spend more time then you have shopping all over the place and ending up settling for something that may not have purchased otherwise. So, why not giving plus size shopping online a try? Believe me, you will not regret it!As a plus size woman myself, I have built a site based on plus size clothing for several reasons. First, I taught in remote communities and the only way to purchase plus size clothing was to drive several hours, spend the night in a larger city which did not always have a lot to offer in plus sizes, settling for something and spending more than just the price value of the outfit as it also included gas, eating in restaurants, renting a hotel room and spending a lot of time doing it.
The second reason was variety. You see, it seems that no matter how small you wear in plus sizes, the average clothing store never seem to have your size or the style that you want while the specialized boutique is often adding a huge price tag to the outfit. The selection may be better but at these prices, how many outfits can you afford?
The third reason is fashion. I mean, the styles that are displayed in these usually small boutiques may be suitable for either business women or special occasions but what about the more casual clothes that you can comfortably wear on a daily basis?
The fourth reason was about the fabrics. Let’s be honest, there is nothing flattering about wearing stretchy fabrics that used to be popular in the sixties. Also, the fabrics that are often available seem to usually be either itchy or make you feel hot with perspiration.
The fifth and last reason was comfort. It always seems to me that people assume that plus size clothing is automatically comfortable because of its size. Wrong! On several occasions, I was frustrated by the lace, the sequins, the elastics or the low cut neckline.
What does plus size shopping online actually offers you? Well, it has a lot of advantages in itself. For example, time is money and by browsing online, it allows you to view a wide selection of plus size clothing. Also, a description of each item, the availability of the items in several sizes as well as a sizing chart is usually there to assist you in your shopping. And the last but not least, the prices, which due to the competition on the internet, are usually reasonable and affordable. As you can see, there are quite a few advantages to shop online so why not make it your way to shop?
Sylvie Leochko
As a plus size woman myself, I put a site together after researching thoroughly the advantages of plus size shopping online and gathered a useful list of recommended resources that will help you out with your shopping. Plus sizes are no more an obstacle in itself. If you wish to view these resources, I invite you to visit my site:plus-sizes.findoutnow.org
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