Walking is one of the simplest forms of exercise, and it’s something that most people can accomplish. Walking doesn’t put as much stress on joints, muscles and bones as running, but it’s still an effective choice for physical activity. This makes it an ideal exercise option for people of all ages and those dealing with medical conditions that make more high-impact exercise a challenge. With your home gym equipment, it’s easy to spend at least 30 minutes a couple of times a week walking on your home treadmill like a True M50 Home Treadmill. Continue reading “Can walking help reduce obesity?”
Month: November 2013
Improve core strength with challenging plank variations
A strong core is one of the keys to a successful cardio workout. Whether you’re running on a home treadmill like a True M30 Home Treadmill, or riding on exercise bike equipment like a True ES700 Home Upright Bike, having solid abdominal and back muscles help you maintain a correct posture, stay upright and balanced and breathe better.
In between sessions on your home fitness equipment, you can strengthen your core through a series of plank exercises. These particular moves are beneficial for not only keeping your abdominals and back strong, but other major muscle groups as well. For example, during plank exercises you must keep your leg muscles tight to avoid your knees hitting the ground, and you must engage your upper body to support your body weight. Continue reading “Improve core strength with challenging plank variations”