Vicks produces a line of humidifiers designed to treat the air in uncomfortably dry environments; these devices are also capable of filling a room with medicinal vapors that may soothe the symptoms of a cold, flu or allergies.
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Poor blood circulation in your hands is often a source of discomfort or pain when performing many everyday activities.
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The patellar tendon connects the quadriceps muscles, the tibia or shinbone, and the patella or kneecap. Because activities such as running and jumping require frequent use of the knee joints, athletes need to strengthen the area around the patellar tendon to minimize the risk of developing an injury.
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A cool mist humidifier has no heating element installed in the base unit. Instead of dispersing moisture in the form of steam, these devices use a built-in fan to blow air through a damp filter—the water and air mix to form a vapor, which the fan propels into the air.
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Muscles are comprised of many individual fibers, in much the same way a rope is. When these fibers are stimulated, the muscle contracts. If there is a force acting in opposition, such as a weight, the fibers stretch, increasing tension.
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The 12-day Grapefruit and Egg Diet combines elements of two other popular fad diets, the Grapefruit Diet and the Egg Diet, into a single meal plan.
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Toenails consist of a hard material called keratin, which helps to protect the soft tissue at the end of your toes from damage. However, if you strike your toenail hard enough, such as by hitting it against an object or by dropping a heavy weight onto your foot, the nail may break.
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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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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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While there are a variety of bicycle brakes to choose from, two of the simplest types to install on a road bicycle are the cantilever and linear-pull brake systems. Both are mechanical systems, meaning that the user operates the device by using a lever that pulls a wire attached to the brake assembly.
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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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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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Blackburn produces a variety of bicycle accessories, including a line of portable bicycle pumps. These cylindrical devices come with mounting brackets that bolt onto your bicycle's frame, allowing you to carry the pump with you as you ride.
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Armitron produces a line of digital sports watches with models designed for men and women. These watches come equipped with a variety of basic features, including an alarm and a chronometer; however, to prepare the device for use, the wearer must first input the current date and time.
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The game of horseshoes is played on a special area known as a pitch; the pitch consists of two square regions, known as “pitching boxes,” located at either end of the play area.
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Bell bike computers are devices designed to attach to your bicycle and record certain types of information, such as the distance you have traveled and the speed at which you move. A magnet and a sensor unit attached to the front of the bicycle track the movements of the front wheel.
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Some models of NordicTrack treadmills come equipped with support for special modules capable of networking with the company's “iFit Live” 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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