Category: Exercise Equipment

Equipment of the Month: Smart Stick

September 16, 2021

Smart Stick

EQUIPMENT OF THE MONTH: Smart Stick

CATEGORY: Flexibility, balance, core and strength training.

PORTABILITY: Unweighted or 5 lbs. 60 inches long. Price range is around $20.00 and up. Add this fun piece of equipment to your home gym. Stores easily in a closet.

TYPE OF WORKOUT: Multi-directional. Develops shoulders, core, thighs, legs. To add challenge, use it in combination with a fitball, on balance cushions, or a slider.

BENEFITS: Improve balance and range of motion. Develops flexibility in golfers, kayakers, racquet sports, paddlers and more. Lightweight and portable.

HOW TO USE IT: Click the link to Prism Fitness for Smart Stick video demonstrations. Available for purchase on their website.

SMART STICK VIDEO LINK

Home Fitness: Airex Balance Pad Stability Trainer

July 2, 2021

The Airex Balance Pad is a premium non-slip product that comes in several colors.  The dimensions in inches are 19.69 x 16.14 x 2.36.

Category: Core Strength, Balance and Stability.

How To Use It: Balance exercises are performed while standing or seated on the Airex Balance Pad.  

Portability: Light and easy to carry and move.  Take it on vacation, or business trips.

Benefits: Cost effective method to improve balance by activating the core. Nice addition to a home gym. Lies flat and stores easily in a closet or drawer. The Airex Balance Pad is a good choice for seniors who want to improve balance.

Airex Foam Balance Pad and Stability Trainer Is Available at Amazon. Follow This Link for More Details.

Exercise-Avoidance Excuse Of The Month: June 2021

June 5, 2021

I’M GOING ON VACATION

Solution # 1: Most Hotels Have Stretch Areas, Cardio Equipment, Weight Machines, And Dumbbells

Solution #2: Bring Easy-To-Pack Portable Exercise Equipment Such As Bands, Tubes, TRX, or Medicine Ball

Solution #3: Learn A Bodyweight Exercise Routine That Doesn’t Require Equipment

Irene Pastore, is a Certified Personal Trainer, fitness blogger, health educator, and speaker. She has 23 years experience teaching exercise in New York City.. To read her complete bio, visit the About Page.

Home Fitness: Non-Slip Agility Markers

June 5, 2021

Space-Saving, Colorful, Wide Applications and Portable

CATEGORY: Speed, Agility, Balance

HOW TO USE IT: Non-slip 9-inch flat disks, for use on smooth indoor surface.  Works well on carpets.

PORTABILITY: Dots are lightweight and portable.  Toss in a carry bag for easy transport.

BENEFITS:  Improve balance and range of motion.  Suitable for any level of fitness, including older adults, and kids.

TYPE OF WORKOUT: Hops, jumps and balance drills.  For increased challenge, use more than 1 set, and/or combine with Agility Ladders and Rings.  Excellent for seniors who want to improve balance.

Non-Slip Agility Markers Are Available on Amazon. Follow This Link For Details and Price.

Equipment Of The Month: Sandbells

April 2, 2021

EQUIPMENT TYPE: Sandbells are sandbags with a built-in handle that enables the user to use a firm grip. Sandbells range in weight from 2 lbs. up to 50 lbs.

HOW TO USE SANDBELLS: Use a Sandbell the same way you would use other free weights. You can perform similar exercises as with a dumbbell, kettlebell or medicine ball. Sandbells are very safe.

WORKOUT: The Sandbell is harder to control than a medicine ball, because of its unpredictable movement, making it a good choice for core workouts. It also challenges grip strength.

PORTABILITY: Because it’s bulky, and unwieldly, the Sandbell isn’t something you can throw in your pocket, carry bag, or suitcase.

DURABILITY: If the bag gets damaged, sand leaks out. There are pros and cons to every type of equipment. Eventually everything you use, will wear out, and will have to be replaced.

COST: Sandbells cost between $12.00 up to $100.00 or more, depending on size and quality.

Irene Pastore, is a Certified Personal Trainer, fitness blogger, health educator, and speaker. She has 23 years experience teaching exercise in New York City. To read her complete bio, visit the About Page.