Exercise Equipment Guide: Treadmills, Weights, and Home Gyms

What happens when your treadmill stops suddenly, and how can you troubleshoot common home gym equipment? Selecting the best mini-trampolines, resistance bands, and cross trainers can significantly improve your at-home fitness results and safety.

How to Use the iFit Feature on a NordicTrack Treadmill

Some models of NordicTrack treadmills come equipped with support for special modules capable of networking with the company's โ€œiFit Liveโ€ service. This technology allows the home user to set their exercise goals online and track the results of each workout automatically.

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How to Make the Belt Run Smoothly on a Manual Treadmill

Manual treadmills are similar in design and function to automatic treadmills but lack a motor unit to drive the walking belt. Instead, you push the belt backward with your feet, gradually accelerating; eventually, momentum helps to keep the belt in motion.

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How to Repair an Elliptical Machine

Elliptical machines allow the user to perform an aerobic workout by simulating some of the movements involved in walking and cycling. These devices consist of a set of pedals and handlebars mounted on a base unit.

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Bounce Pro Trampoline Instructions

The Bounce Pro trampoline is a product designed for use outdoors as entertainment or for a low-impact aerobic exercise. The frame of the trampoline is made from galvanized steel, which helps to protect the device from rust.

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Weight Limits for Stability Balls

Incorporating a stability ball into your exercise regimen can help to improve the quality of your workout. However, it is important to abide by the ball's weight limits to minimize the risk of the device bursting when in use. This, in turn, will help to reduce the odds of injury during the workout.

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