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Fitness On A Budget

Friday, August 21st, 2009

Here are four examples of low-cost ways you can stay fit on a budget:

1. Consider investing in multi purpose, low-cost fitness equipment such as a workout step, an exercise ball, resistance bands, and a couple sets of hand weights. The nice thing about having fitness equipment at home is you won’t have to worry about what time the gym doors open or you don’t have to wait for the equipment to become available!

2. Pop in a DVD. There are thousands of workout DVDs are available for any fitness level.

3. Don’t overlook “old school” workouts — push ups, sit-ups, jumping jacks, and lunges. These core exercise workouts do not require any equipment and can be done just about anywhere.

4. Dance – Zumba Fitness. Turn on your favorite tunes and get your heart beating for at least 20 minutes. Don’t worry about your form. Make having fun your main objective – you will stick with it longer!

Saving money or being on a budget doesn’t mean you should stop making fitness a priority. As long as you increase your heart rate 30 minutes at least three days of the week, your body will experience all the benefits of physically activity whether it is a structured activity in the gym or a low-cost one you try at home.

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Resistance Band Training Ideas

Tuesday, November 25th, 2008

Exercise Ideas Using Resistance Bands

Are you looking to supplement your weight training routine? Or maybe start training with a resistance band? If so then read on. We all know that resistance bands are easier and more flexible than dumbbells, barbells, or even hand weights. But did you know that your weight training routine will benefit from adding at least one strength training exercise that uses this piece of equipment.

Here’s some exercises to think about. Try placing your resistance band on top of an open door and then perform squats (this exercise strengthens the thighs, chest, back, biceps, triceps, and even your butt).

Before trying this movement think safety first:

• Secure your band around objects, otherwise the ends can come loose and possibly cause injuries to your arm or shoulder.

• Before and during every session of your weight training program, make sure your hands aren’t sweaty, damp or slippery which can also cause an injury.

We suggest buying a resistance band with safety features (B-Lines Resistance Bands Upgrade Kit includes a door attachment with safety strap, so you can attach your band to a doorjamb or even a tree and pull, pull, pull without fear).

Check back as we will continue to provide you with great resistance band workouts to help build and tone your muscles.

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