If you could only have one, what piece of equipment would you start out on. Are any of the items in any of the infomercials any good for a beginner. Price is a consideration, looking for good value.
2007-08-27 17:49:37 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
I would get a elliptical machine and a treadmill
2007-08-27 18:05:39 · answer #1 · answered by Viet-Kutie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For a beginner? A Total Gym. I'm not a beginner and I still use it. It's the thing on TV that Chuck Norris puts out. I believe is very good for beginners because only your body weight is used. depending on the arc that you have the bench set on, determines what % of your body weight you are working out with. The strongest people are those that can lift and support their own weight ;-) check it out. They have a number of edition and add ons. I still have the first one that was put out and it works great. You can do a number or exercises with either one, so choose what's in your budget. Good Luck
2007-08-28 00:55:31 · answer #2 · answered by Josh2683 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My choice would be a Schwinn Airadyne Stationary Bicycle. You get both upper and lower workouts, and the front wheel is a fan that helps keep you cool. No impact and great exercise. Make exercise a part of your day just like brushing your teeth. You'll be glad you did when you are older. Good Luck!!
2007-08-28 00:56:22 · answer #3 · answered by Grammy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A rebounder (mini-trampoline). I do own this piece of equipment and it is marvelous for the body. It is handy, doesn't take long to use it in your own home, no jarring of the body, strengthens cells, and improves lymph flow. I always feel better any day I use it.
2007-08-28 00:56:41 · answer #4 · answered by Goldenrain 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Easy, a chinning bar. I do a couple hundred pushups and crunches a day, its a great exercise, it doesn't hurt your bones or joints like weights can, it obviously does not cost anything at all, but a chinning bar would let me get the few muscles that pushups miss. Also real cheap. Weights would be OK but like I said they can damage your joints.
2007-08-28 00:53:48 · answer #5 · answered by jxt299 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would have a jump rope. It's cheap, you can use it anywhere, and it really strengthens your heart.
My husband and I have bought a lot of expensive equipment, and eash one gets a little use and then just gathers dust. The jumprope and juat going for brisk walks are the only things we stick with, and they cost the least.
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2007-08-28 02:45:44 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would get the
Brand new Multi station Home Gym for about US$ 650 !!
2007-08-28 00:53:49 · answer #8 · answered by NY 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Treadclimber by Bowflex.
2007-08-28 01:13:33 · answer #9 · answered by bonnieh1964 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only equipment i ever needed was my drill instructor. That was a motivational weight loss program.
2007-08-28 00:52:23 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If I could only have one, I would go for an elliptical machine. Love them! Great workout - different levels and settings.
2007-08-28 00:54:21 · answer #11 · answered by Werecatwoman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋