(Apr 10th 2013 10:24AM) A perfect example of multitasking -- fitting feminine body styles from 5 feet to six feet plus, the FitDesk Semi-Recumbent Pedal Desk ($252 and free shipping; was $289) transforms your leisure or work time into productive physical fitness. Folding easily for storage or movement -- on its smoothly rolling, and ...
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(Feb 27th 2013 10:54AM) If it has to do with exercise, electronics, or gadgets, I\'m in. And when there\'s a combination of all of those three facets, it\'s nirvana for me. Clever stuff, with a digital flair -- good stuff. I hike a lot, and I\'ve used a sturdy walking stick for years, but I never considered that I could get one that would ...
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(Jan 27th 2013 12:37PM) A gym bag is great for the gym, but not so perfect for work or a long weekend trip; a weekender bag is probably too large for a trip to the gym. Why doesn\'t somebody make a bag that fills both recreational and travel needs? They do; check out the Lug Life Puddle Jumper Overnight and Gym Bag ($82 and free ...
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(Jan 15th 2013 9:54AM) In addition to your turn of the year fitness regimens, wouldn\'t it be helpful to live a healthier lifestyle by having some sort of record of your daily activities? For example -- do you sit for too long a period behind a desk, or find yourself tossing and turning during a sleepless night? Do you eat the wrong ...
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(Sep 11th 2012 7:46PM) As a freelance writer, I sometimes struggle with the fact that my job is very sedentary. I enjoy exercising in the early mornings or late evenings, but during the day I tend to just sit around, staring at my computer screen typing word after word. Based on the number of computer-related jobs in the world today, I ...
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(Aug 17th 2012 11:23AM) If you\'re of a mind to ramp up your outdoor miles in preparation for the Fall running season, and you have more than a couple hundred miles on your shoes, now\'s the time to look at new ones. And if the shoes are on sale, so much the better. With that in mind, take a look what\'s up for grabs from New ...
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(Jul 11th 2012 11:16AM) A perennial issue for me in High Summer is keeping the water in my water bottle cold throughout the day. I\'ve tried freezing the water in a bottle (tends to crack the container), fill it with ice cubes and let it melt (some better), and wrap my bottle in a foam sleeve (doesn\'t work to my satisfaction). What to ...
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(Feb 13th 2012 12:50PM) You probably have a general idea, during your workout, of your desired exercise parameters, but there\'s no substitute for accuracy, especially if your workout is prolonged or intense. Enter the heart rate monitor -- the easiest method to ensure you safely stay in your target training zone. We like this Timex ...
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(Oct 3rd 2011 7:30AM) Watches that help you to keep up with your workout routine are frequently not very fashionable. Here are some picks that please the eye while taking care of your training needs. PUMA Unisex Cardiac Plus Black Heart Rate Monitor Watch ($100) This sleek watch works for both you and your partner, no matter how ...
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