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The Importance of Rest and Active Recovery Days
When you’re committed to your training program, taking a rest or active recovery day can be even harder than sticking to your workouts. Figuring that more is better, many of us churn out workout after daily workout, only to be sidelined with an injury or mental fatigue that won’t let us make it off the couch. […]
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Ask an expert: Best morning and evening exercises
Are there any good exercises to do right before bed to wind down the day or right when I get out of bed in the morning to get my day started? –Samantha When thinking about exercise before bedtime and as you start your day, it’s wise to focus on the purpose and how it will affect […]
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From zero to running
Whether you’re new to the running scene or recently fell off the wagon, training to run can be easier than you may think. Sure, if you go at it the way I did when I didn’t know any better (too far, too fast) it won’t be easy, but if you ignore what your head is […]
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New Year's Resolutions That Stick
While New Year’s resolutions frequently get a bad rap, forming one (or more) is a great way to start making healthy changes or to keep things moving in the right direction. Statistics citing that nearly half of all resolutions fail within six months are frequently thrown around to demonstrate the hopelessness of such a venture, […]
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Healthy Holiday Tips That Won't Leave You Feeling Deprived
Finding balance between your commitment to staying fit and well, reality, is tough and it only gets tougher in the holiday season. Close quarters and cold weather challenge our immune systems and unrestricted family time presents its own challenges to our mental health, not to mention the dinner table and the threat it poses to […]
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Keep Moving through the Holidays
From full schedules to abundant tables, the holidays make it more important than ever to make the time to take care of yourself and your body. That doesn’t mean it’s easy to fit in your workout when the days grow short and the weather turns cold. With your investment in home fitness equipment, you already know […]
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Strength training for the endurance athlete
Runners run, cyclists cycle and swimmers swim. For the most part that’s just how it is: endurance athletes sticking close to their sport of choice, with very few venturing into the forbidden realm of strength training. In fact, if you talk to many athletes and avid exercisers, the two forms of training appear to be […]
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Have they found the perfect interval formula?
In the fitness world, buzzwords come and go almost monthly. One that seems to have some real staying power, though, is high intensity interval training, or HIIT. Although it’s not really a new idea, HIIT has really gained ground in the past few years with the rise of standardized forms like Tabata and the Little […]
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The Skinny on BMI
BMI, or Body Mass Index, is once again receiving some attention questioning its usefulness as an indicator of health. A recent article in Time magazine points out what athletes have known for years, that if you work out regularly, it’s easy to tip the scales into the overweight category according to BMI, even for very […]
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Exercise and Stress Levels
Behavioral Scientists and Medical Doctors seem to disagree on many issues. However, there is one subject they are in agreement over: Exercise can help reduce stress and anxiety. According to many experts, stress is one of the major contributing factors to how one ages, and ultimately one’s lifespan. The good news is that exercise can […]
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Fitness Equipment Safety Tips
Vision Fitness is a company that strives to make products that are safe to use. See below for a list of guidelines that can help you use your cardio equipment safely. Remember you can always refer to your Owner’s Manual for specifications. Treadmills Safety Key – The safety key is a red (or rarely black) […]
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Fitness Nutrition: Eating Right for Your Best Workout
It’s no secret that what you eat highly affects the quality of your home workouts. Without the right fuel, you lose performance and motivation, making you sluggish. Need help planning your nutrition strategy? Here are a few common nutritional challenges and a little advice on how to make them work for you. Challenge 1: You’re […]
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Marathon training with hormonal imbalances
Ask Coach Jenny Q: I just finished my fifth marathon last Sunday and my time was horrible. I’m a 41-year old female with a career and two beautiful active boys. I had breast cancer almost fifteen years ago and had chemotherapy and a mastectomy. I am very active competing in triathlons and running events. I […]
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Fitness Equipment Power Requirements and Electrical Guidelines
When you are thinking about purchasing fitness equipment, you should also think about the location you’ll put it in as well as power requirements. As always, you can check your owner’s manual for specific requirements. Please note that, like a refrigerator and other large electrical appliances, treadmills, large ellipticals and suspension trainers are electrical devices […]
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Color, muddy, obstacle and more: The themed race trend
Running a race used to be a straightforward endeavor. You trained, set a goal, showed up to the event, put on your running shoes, and ran as fast as you could to reach the finish line to meet your goal. But nowadays a new crop of races is taking the running industry by storm: themed […]
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Why Running is Good for Your Health
The jury still seems to be out on whether running is really good for you, but I’m here to make the case that it is. With a well-balanced workout plan, running can provide tremendous health and emotional benefits for years (and years) to come. Improve Cardio Health Running is a fantastic way to improve your […]
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Overtraining Symptoms, Causes and Recovery
Have you ever set a goal, created what seemed like a great plan and then proceeded not only to follow that plan but to do even more? Chances are you were highly motivated and wanted to cross the finish line in the least amount of time possible. Suddenly, you hit a road block, you burned […]
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Fitness Equipment and Location, Location, Location!
I’m sure we are all somewhat familiar with that chant. They say it’s all about the location! When it comes to fitness equipment, location is also very important. Not necessarily which room will the equipment look best in, but which room is best for the product itself. Put it in a place that you like […]
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Tips for a Safe and Fun 4th of July
Independence Day is easily one of the best holidays of the year. The 4th of July means honoring the founding of our country (awesome), no presents to buy (sweet), summer weather (finally) and food and drinks galore (YUM!). However, just as with the winter holidays, it can be too easy to over indulge and find […]
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Interval Training on Elegant and Touch Treadmill Consoles
Looking to improve your race times, increase your running speeds, burn more calories in less time or simply break up the monotony of your regular or steady pace treadmill workouts? Try the Interval program on a Vision Fitness treadmill equipped with the Elegant or Touch console. The treadmill Interval program included on these consoles is […]
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How to sneak exercise into your everyday routine
Instead of hitting the snooze button, many disciplined people wake up early every morning to hit the gym before work. Some manage to carve out time during the day or get in their reps or a run before bed. But for others, it’s hard to find the time to squeeze exercise into their busy days. […]
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Use Goal Programs to Spice Up Your Workouts
Want to add a little variety to a stale workout routine? Maybe you need a little extra motivation? Try a Goal Program! Having a fitness goal can increase accountability and make workouts more fun. By using a goal program, you’ll finish your workout and reach those fitness aspirations more quickly. Thankfully, there are four different Goal […]
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Ask an expert: Returning to running after an injury
Ask Coach Jenny Q: I am very out of shape having broken my ankle last July. I’m healed and released to exercise (low impact) and we just bought a Livestrong Elliptical. I looked at the fitness fusion programs and there is no way that I can start at 20 minutes. I’m more like 3 minutes. […]
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Use Internet Product Reviews and Claims to Your Buying Benefit
Buying the right fitness equipment for your home gym can be a daunting task. If you are like most people making a significant purchase for your home, you will probably turn to the Internet to do some research on product reviews, or even make a purchase. It has become almost second nature for a majority […]
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Travel to Different Destinations without Leaving Home
Keep your workouts fresh and exciting. Exercising with Passport Media Player can transform your static workout routine into a dynamic adventure, filled with intensity, excitement and education. While en route, scrolling text appears on-screen to inform the user about locations along the way. Compatible with all Vision Fitness Classic, Touch and Elegant consoles, Passport Media […]
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Treadmills – To Lubricate Or Not To Lubricate?
Ensure Maximum Life Of Your Treadmill With Lubrication Proper maintenance for your treadmill, including lubrication, is a must do! Depending on your model, you may sometimes have to lubricate the running deck with paraffin wax. The reason for applying wax to the running deck is so the running belt moves smoothly over the deck surface. […]
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6 Quick power breakfast ideas
You’ve already heard how important breakfast is for providing morning fuel and starting your day with regulated meals and metabolism. The trouble is how much time it takes to build a traditional breakfast — time you’d rather spend getting as close to 7 1/2 hours of sleep as you can manage. Get the best of […]
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Why Drinking Water is Essential to Your Health
Consuming enough water is essential to maintaining good health whether exercising or sitting still, yet many Americans do not consume enough water, which can lead to dehydration. Why is water so important? How much do you really need? What does water do? Water is a powerhouse when it comes to keeping your body working as […]
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A Magic Number for Weight Loss
Simply stated, if your goal is to lose weight, your body needs to be in a calorie deficit. That means you need to burn more calories than you consume. You can achieve this goal three different ways: You can eat a lot less, exercise a lot more, or you could eat a little less and […]
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Sign Up for a Race for More Workout Motivation
Are you in a fitness rut? Telling yourself you’ll get back on the workout wagon next week? You’re not alone. Even those of us that work in the fitness industry have lapses in workout motivation. For years I followed the roller coaster that is typical of many people. I’d get in a workout groove and follow my […]
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The link between emotional and physical endurance
“Visualize the win” is one of those phrases that all athletes have encountered at one time or another. Affirmations and visualizations are by no means a new addition to training tactics of athletes. It’s well recognized that a positive mindset during training and competition will help you push yourself even further and perform your best. […]
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Use Goal Setting to Revitalize Your Home Workouts
Whether you’re looking to step up your spring training or revitalize a lagging New Year’s resolution, personal goal setting is incredibly beneficial. It can help bring new motivation and drive to your home workouts, similar to how a personal trainer adds an element of accountability that pushes your workouts/performance to a higher level. If you’re […]
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The Best Home Fitness Equipment for Runners
Long days, better weather and the promise of 5K’s to come, make early spring an awesome time for running. Depending on your running goals, the right piece of home fitness equipment can help you to fit in more quality training, avoid injury, or simply add to the enjoyment of your cross training workouts. If you’re […]
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8 Vital injury-prevention practices for your workouts
If you get hurt working out, you have to quit exercising for a while. Although it’s true that you should expect some “burn” or discomfort during your workout, real pain is a warning sign that you’re doing something wrong. To keep doing right, observe these 8 injury-prevention tricks from the pros: 1. Know the Danger […]
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Ask an expert: How to eliminate IT band pain
Ask Coach Jenny Q: I’m struggling with ITB pain on the side of my knee. Do you have any exercises that are helpful for this? Thanks, Emily A: I’m sorry to hear about your ITB issue Emily, but there are several exercises that can help. Before I get to them, let’s talk about what the […]
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Running Deck Cushioning – What Sets Vision Fitness Apart
Spring is finally here! You’re not about to start over with your fitness at square one like last year. You’ve set yourself up for success by training all winter long on your Vision Fitness treadmill. Today is the day you are going to go outside and test your winter training. Fast forward one hour later […]
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“Have to” or “Choose to” – Revitalizing your New Year’s resolutions
This year is already 25 percent gone. Your New Year’s resolutions – may have suffered a similar fate. It’s true that most people fail in achieving their stated New Year’s resolutions. In fact, 50 percent will have given up at this point. Why do health and fitness resolutions often fall by the wayside? Maybe it’s […]
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Layman's Guide to METs
I have been asked many times over the years about METS since they are displayed on most of today’s cardio machines, including our new Elegant and Touch consoles. Simply stated, METS is a good way to measure your exercise intensity and therefore the effectiveness of your exercise. MET stands for Metabolic Equivalent Task where one […]
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Revive your workout with plyometrics
Do you want to revive a tired workout regimen? Get a sleeker physique? Challenge your body in a new way? Sticking with a regular workout routine is great for your mind and body. But after weeks or months of doing the same exercise routine day in and day out, it’s common to stop seeing results, […]
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Test a Treadmill Before You Buy – The 5 & 5 Demonstration
Once you step into a fitness equipment retailer, it can become daunting to think about trying out all of your options. Aside from checking out aesthetics, testing the performance of a piece of equipment, including a treadmill, is equally important. Here are a couple of tips to help you through the process. I like to demonstrate […]