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What Is The Best Vertical Climber Machine?
When trying to decide what is the best vertical climber machine to get, you first have to know what to look for 
in a good vertical climber machine.
This is important because if you are someone that prefers to exercise at home rather than a gym, you expect the machine you use to help get you in shape, is going to live up to expectations.
So in this article, I hope to give you enough detailed information to help make your decision process a little bit easier.
So here are a few things to look for when deciding to purchase your vertical climber machine. Continue reading
What Makes A Vertical Climber Fitness Machine Awesome?
In this article, I will be breaking down what makes a vertical climber fitness machine awesome. There are so 
many home gym exercise machines out there that it can be difficult to find one that won’t collect dust in a few months.
When looking for the right exercise machine, you want to make sure you find one that will get you a great total body workout.
Working out the whole body allows you to burn MORE CALORIES, in LESS TIME! There are many machines out there that claim they can work the entire body, but few actually do that.
Throughout this article, I will be showing you why vertical climber machines are so effective for anyone that exercises at home. Continue reading
What Is The Best Home Exercise Equipment? – For Beginners
If you are new to exercising, figuring out where to start can be difficult. For a lot of people, working out at a gym can be intimidating. So maybe you’re thinking that working out in the comfort of your own home is a good place to start. If so, making sure you have the right equipment is going to be crucial.
In this article, I will go over some home exercise equipment that beginners should use when starting off with fitness. Regardless of your fitness goals, anyone of these items listed below can help give you a jumpstart in your fitness journey.
Jump Rope
One of the most difficult things for anyone starting off with exercise is feeling comfortable with how their body moves when exercising. So it would be a good idea for anyone getting started, to workout with a jump rope as it helps improve endurance and coordination.
Jumping rope requires you to move your whole body in order to complete a perfect skip while turning the rope. When it comes to improving endurance, this total body workout will get the heart pumping and blood flowing. You can control the intensity of the workout depending on tempo you take when jumping rope.
What also makes having a jump rope so important is the fact that it doesn’t require much space. If you travel and are looking to get a good cardio workout during your trip, you can easily take it with you on the go.
Ab Roller
There is so much more to abs than having a well defined 6 pack, thus the reason many people forget this important part of the body. The core being that important part. This is extremely important if you are new to exercise.
The core is your center and where a majority of your balance comes from when it comes to working out. The core consists of the stomach, pelvic muscles and lower back.
There are so many benefits of having a strong core, yet so many people neglect to work on it. Strengthening your core is crucial as you continue to build your body for more intense workouts.
Exercise Ball
Whether you are into yoga or strength training, an exercise ball can be a very useful tool as you go through your exercise routines. An exercise ball can be a great way to help improve you balance and help work on your stabilization muscles since balance is usually an issue for beginners. There are a variety of exercises you can do that will help you workout all parts of your body.
Dumbbells
If your goal is to build muscle, then you will have no problems accomplishing that with dumbbells. This is one of the most popular tools to have as you can do so many different workouts.
You wouldn’t have to worry about waiting to use it as you would at a gym. You can now find dumbbell sets where you can adjust the weight with ease.
Push-up Bars
Push ups are a great exercise as you work on building strength. But if you are like me, doing push ups with your hands can put a lot of stress on your wrists. So a good way to avoid putting that much stress on them is to get push up bars.
They allow you to not have to flex your wrists as much as you would if you were doing them on your hands. They allow your wrists to be stable and let you focus more on actually performing the exercise.
There are many different types of bars out there, so making sure you get one that is comfortable and stable will help assure you get a great workout.
Conclusion
So there you have it. If you are a beginner and are having trouble with how to start exercising, the list above is a great way to start. They don’t require that much space and is very cost effective.
Do keep in mind that finding motivation can be tough when working out at home. So if you are able to overcome that, you can save money and time from going to a gym.
So please go ahead and share below how you plan on getting started exercising and if you think the items listed above could help you.
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Best Fitness And Exercise Equipment You Can Use At Home
For some, going to the gym can seem like a huge chore. Depending on the time you go, you could find yourself waiting for the next available machine as if you forgot to make reservations or something.
So it’s easy to understand why a lot of people would rather exercise in their own home instead of going to a gym. But having the right equipment available is crucial to making sure you are getting the best workout possible.
So what are the best fitness and exercise equipment you can use at home? Below are some I would recommend anyone that prefers to workout in the comfort of their own home.
Push-up Bar
One of the most popular bodyweight exercises to do is the push up, and the push-up bar is a great tool to use if you are someone that prefers to do their exercise at home rather than the gym.
You can pretty much store the bar anywhere in the house since it doesn’t take up too much space.
With the push-up bar, not only will you be working on getting your chest muscles stronger, but with every push up you do, you will also be working out the triceps and shoulders.
Pull-up Bar
If you are someone who’s goal is to master the pull-up, but are afraid to make the attempts in a gym, then the pull-up bar is a great tool to have.
It usually is placed between the frame of most doors in your house. It’s a great way to practice and gain strength in your upper body.
There are also some pull-up bars that also allow you to perform push-ups as well. You can read about the Best Pull Up Bars For The Home to learn which one will work best for you.
Muscles targeted when doing pull-ups are the the biceps, lats, and back.
Ab Roller
If you are looking to get that killer 6 pack, then the ab roller will do the trick. Regardless of what level you are, the ab roller will be able to assist you in your workout.
Some think the ab roller is just for working the abs, but what makes it so great is the fact that is also works out the core. Which consists of the lower back, pelvic muscles and abs.
Building up a strong core can help with anyone that has lower back pain and can help prevent future injuries from occurring.
Although there are many Ab Rollers out there, one of the most popular ones out there is the ab carver pro. Resistance Band
The versatility of resistance band makes this such a popular product in many homes especially if you are someone that is rehabbing an injury and can’t go heavy.
Bands allow you to perform a variety of exercises within the comfort of your own home. You could also have the bands assist you if you are unable to perform a pull-up on your own.
You can also get bands where there are different resistance levels as you get stronger in your workouts.
Exercise Ball
If you are looking to increase the intensity of any regular exercise you do at home, using an exercise ball is a great way to do that. Whether you are working out your core or looking to improve your balance, adding an exercise ball can make your workout a lot more fun.
There are so many different workouts you can do using an exercise ball, that you will find it difficult to ever get bored with it.
You may struggle with finding space to put it as it may not fit every space in your house, but I doubt you will have much of an issue with it as you are performing your workouts.
Treadmill
Having a treadmill is great for runners that hate having to wait at crowded gyms for the next available machine. Whether it’s too cold or too hot outside, having a treadmill in the house makes working out simple.
The only negative is making sure you have enough space available in your home as it does take up a lot of space. Other than that, this machine is a great tool to add to your fitness arsenal.
Row Machine
Maybe one of the most underrated machines out there. If you are someone that is really into cardio and working out the whole body, then a row machine would be great to have.
This machine allows you to work almost every part of the body with each row that is taken. It is easy on the joints and gives your muscle and heart the burn it needs to leave your feeling good about your workout.
This machine also requires a bit of space and some man power to get into the home, but it will be well worth it as you begin your exercise routine.
Jump Rope
Jumping rope is a great way to improve endurance and coordination. If you’ve ever seen the movie rocky or watched any professional boxer, there is a reason why they incorporate this type of exercise into their training.
You are working the entire body while getting that heart rate elevated into fat burning mode.It’s also a great ab workout as you need to keep the stomach tight as you concentrate on the up and down movement.
What also makes this such a great tool is the fact that is so cost effective and pretty much fits anywhere in the house.
Dumbbell
If you are into lifting weights but can’t stand the gym atmosphere, then getting your own set of dumbbells is the way to go. You can now get the dumbbells that adjust in weights without you having to put in too much effort.
You can do a variety of exercises and workout all types of muscles in your home.
Other than the weight of having to carry it, there isn’t much negatives to find with having your own set of dumbbells.
So there you have it. The best equipments you can use in the comfort of your very own home. Depending on what type of exercise you like, anyone of these tools can help you have a safe and very effective workout.
So don’t be afraid to share below how any of the equipment listed has helped you in your fitness journey.
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Does The Ab Wheel Work?
So you were probably up late one night watching an infomercial on how to lose belly fat, and you saw this well sculpted man or woman on this little wheel with two handles and thought to yourself, YES, that’s what I need. But of course you had to ask yourself the question first before you decided to buy, do ab rollers work?
It all depends on what your expectations are and what you are trying to accomplish. If you are hoping it will make you look like the models in the infomercial, then you might be better off spending your money somewhere else.
If you are hoping to make you core stronger, then the ab wheel just might be what you are looking for. The first question you want ask yourself is, what are your goals? So….
What are your Goals?
As always, when it comes to finding exercises that work, you need to first figure out what your goals are. If you wanted to be a better swimmer, you wouldn’t go hiking right? Well same thing applies when it comes to exercising with different fitness equipment. Obviously with the ab wheel, you are probably looking to burn fat and get that six pack that would make a can of beer jealous. So let’s just get into it.
Burn Fat
If you are looking to burn fat with the ab wheel, then you are pretty much wasting your money. I know as you were watching that infomercial with the models, you were probably thinking to yourself, if they can do it, then so can I. Sorry to break the news to ya, but they did not get their incredible bodies with just the ab wheel alone.
They are just there to put an image in your head to make you think they acquired that body with this one simple machine. But all hope is not lost as the ab wheel does so many other things that can help you achieve your fitness goals.
It may not help you burn that stubborn belly fat, but it will help you develop a stronger core which is very important to building strength overall.
Stronger Core
Now if you are hoping to strengthen your core, then the ab wheel can do just that. Most people tend to neglect the core as it is one of those areas of the body you really don’t see immediate results for, but can definitely feel the difference when the core is strong.
Having a strong core helps better your balance which is important for anything you do especially when it comes to fitness. Here are some of the benefits to having a strong core:
- Better Posture/Balance
- Relieves Back Pain
- Prevents Injuries
So if you are looking for the ab wheel to deliver on any of these benefits, then you should definitely look into getting one.
More than just a core workout
Another great thing the ab wheel has to offer is that it’s more than just a core workout. The balance and strength it requires for you to roll yourself forward and back, takes a lot of strength. Here are a few other body parts that are being worked on:
- Shoulders
- Latissimus Dorsi (Lats)
- Back
- Hip Flexors
So not only are you getting a killer ab workout, you are also working out your stabilizer muscles in the shoulders, while strengthening the back and hip muscles.
Comfort and Stability
When deciding if you should get an ab wheel. Make sure you try to focus on how you are going to feel when using it. It is important to make sure the grip handles will fit comfortably in your hands as you roll back and forth and also making sure that it is stable.
The last thing you want to do while exercising on the ab wheel is slip off the handles and do a face-plant on the floor because that would really suck.
Abs are made in the kitchen
Sometimes having killer abs has a lot to do with genetics, but always remember that abs are made in the kitchen and not the gym. You could do a million crunches or ab rolls till your face turns purple, but if you are not taking care of your diet, the results will not show.
Just keep in mind that your sexy abs are there, they are just waiting for you to uncover it. So focus on burning the fat that is hiding those sexy abs, and you will be golden.
Final Thoughts
- A flatter tummy is a product of your diet and not so much your exercise.
- It is possible to get nice looking abs without doing any core work.
- Weight resistant ab exercises can help enhance the definition of you abs.
- In order to see those nice defined abs, you need to burn the fat above it.
- The ab wheel may not burn fat, but it does help in building a stronger core.
- There is no way to spot reduce fat. Fat loss is caused by creating a calorie deficit.
Please share below any of your experiences with the ab wheel and how it has worked out for you.
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