5 Fitness Products for Your New Year’s Goals

New Year – New Opportunities – New TRUE

Are you planning to kick off a new lifestyle goal or training plan? New Year’s is always a good time to start. Just think about it; it’s like turning a page and creating a new chapter to improve yourself and your well-being. Everyone’s fitness goals and training plans are different. How you train is and can look very different than the next person.

Were you thinking about putting your plan into action at your local gym? Be careful. According to US News, 12% of members join the gym in January compared to an average of 8.3% in the other months of the year. This means there will likely be long wait times for a specific machine. Lucky for you, TRUE has you covered

Take TRUE home and eliminate the wait times without eliminating the quality of your workout. Our commercial-grade quality products enable you to execute your training plans and push your goals from the comfort of your home. 

TRUE provides an extensive portfolio of home fitness equipment that fits every lifestyle and can help you reach your goal. On top of that, our product warranties for our residential products are robust, ensuring you have a product you can trust. Let’s introduce you to five products to help you reach your New Year’s goals for fitness.

The TRUE Performance 800 Treadmill

Talk about product & workout quality. The Performance 800 offers a customizable experience on one of the largest running surfaces in the industry. It’s built to withstand the most challenging workouts; the Performance 800 combines smooth, quiet quality with unflinching durability.

The data feedback, integrated app technology, and challenging programs, plus the addition of unique user profiles, ensure the entire family can work towards their New Year’s goals surrounding health and fitness. TRUE’s noteworthy features, such as Soft Select® – allow you to adjust the surface firmness depending on your preference for the track running feel or pavement.

In addition, the TRUE Soft System® technology offers a bio-mechanically correct running surface. How it works: Neoprene shock absorbers in the front of the deck cushion each foot strike, while the back of the deck provides a firmer sensation allowing for a stronger push-off with every step.

This treadmill is perfect for the everyday runner and can withstand the courageous distance/marathon runner.

The TRUE 950 Treadmill

The TRUE Fitness 950 Treadmill is our top-of-the-line treadmill that offers a customizable experience on one of the industry’s largest and most comfortable running surfaces. TRUE Soft System® and Orthopedic Belt provide the ultimate impact reduction on joints and knees, while the TRUE Soft Select® adjustable deck cushioning has varying levels of soft to firm to fit every user’s needs.

On top of this treadmill’s outstanding features, the 950 allows you to select your desired console option. 

Look below at two amazing choices:

  • The 16″ Envision II console
    • 16″ Premium LCD Touchscreen
    • Access to built-in programs and entertainment + internet and social media for a customized fitness experience
    • Bluetooth for an app, audio, heart rate connectivity, and Apple GymKit integration, seamlessly connect your Apple Watch to track your workout.
  • Showrunner II HDMI 16″
    • Integrated LCD screen
    •  Watch TV, or mirror your content while working out. Easy-to-use technology and built-in programming.

The ES700 Elliptical

Accomplishing your New Year’s goals and working out your entire body has never been more convenient. TRUE’s ES700 Elliptical is engineered with commercial-grade materials and boasts a sleek, dynamic design made to inspire and engage. Tone your muscles and increase your endurance with a cross-trainer designed to give users the most natural movement available on an elliptical.

Take your workouts to the next level with TRUE’s Cardio 360 program. A personal trainer is built into the elliptical to walk you through various full-body workouts. TRUE’s AutoStride is an electronically adjustable stride feature that will assist you in finding the most efficient and perfect stride possible based on your body’s natural movement at various speeds.

The ES900 Upright Bike

Whether training for a triathlon or looking for a low-impact fitness solution, TRUE’s ES900 Upright Bike helps you achieve a realistic cycling experience at home. The ergonomic design is ideal for all riders, and the aero bars provide significant leverage for long-distance sessions. You can customize your workout preferences with your choice of the Emerge LED console or the T9 Touchscreen.

The ES700 Recumbent Bike

The TRUE ES700 Recumbent Bike is engineered for comfort, safety, and efficiency. Its walk-through design accommodates users of all fitness levels, while an ergonomic-enhanced reclining seat offers the most comfortable rides in the industry. A small footprint and no need to connect to power allow you to maximize your workout space. Have your choice of the Emerge LED console or the T9 touchscreen console.

Conclusion

Your New Year’s goals are genuinely your personal goals. Whether you are an avid runner, modest walker, low-impact exerciser, or looking for a comfortable ride, TRUE has you covered to meet your goals and exceed them. As we highlighted five popular picks for home, all our products are favorites. With our premium quality equipment, you will have a workout you can enjoy in the comfort of your home from equipment households trust worldwide. Explore and learn more about our club-quality equipment for home at www.shop.truefitness.com.

How To: Transition To Running On The Treadmill

As the winter weather continues to drop, it may be time to take your training indoors. The transition to running on the treadmill can be a fun experience if you take the right steps. Today, we are sharing a few tips and tricks on how to best transition to running indoors.

Make The Transition Gradual

If possible, ease into your indoor training to allow your body to adjust to your new running gait. Ensure your indoor running workouts are 20% or less of your running workouts until you feel that your body has had the opportunity to adjust.

Get Fitted For The Right Shoes

Did you know most running shoes last around 500 miles before they wear out and become unsafe to wear? Start off your treadmill training with a pair of shoes that work well for you. Your local running store should be able to help get you fitted and offer suggestions based on your foot type, pronation, and preferences.

The right shoes for the transition to running on the treadmill.

Join A Running Club

If a community is what you crave, join a virtual running club. Choose a club that creates a community, challenges you, and offers a fun experience. If you are looking for a Strava run club, join the TRUE Run Club, which offers motivation, challenges, and fun giveaways throughout the year.

Find The Right App Or Training Platform For You

There are a plethora of apps that can help you get the most out of your treadmill runs. Look for apps that are compatible with your treadmill. You can choose a simplistic app such as GymTrakr, or join a virtual world like Zwift. In addition, most treadmills offer built-in programming to challenge your workouts like TRUE HRC Heart Rate Control®, which allows you to set your target heart rate. The treadmill will then adjust the speed and/or incline of the treadmill to keep you at your target heart rate.

Prioritize Cross-Training And Recovery

Prioritize Cross-Training And Recovery.

Cross-training can help reduce the risk of overuse injuries and reduce stress on joints and the spine. Add in some weight training, cycling, swimming, or elliptical workout. We have a full playlist of light equipment and bodyweight workouts that you can complete at home or the gym.

Recovery is also key to your treadmill workouts. Select low-resistance activities such as yoga, walking, foam rolling, or stretching and incorporate them into your weekly workout routines.

Whether this is your first time running indoors or you’re looking to make a transition to running on the treadmill, there is no better time than now!

Training using your target heart rate

February is heart month! We are sharing tips on training using your target heart rate to improve your cardio experience.

When creating a training plan to use on your home treadmill or home exercise bike, there are a variety of methods to help you achieve your goal. You can alternate intervals, work in circuits, or keep your rate of perceived exertion on a scale of 1 to 10 in mind when designing your workout plan.

Another option you can try when exercising on your home fitness equipment is training in your target heart rate zone.

Target heart zone training

During a workout session, it can be a challenge to know if you’re working too hard, not hard enough or just the right amount. Using your target heart rate takes the guesswork out and allows you to adjust your intensity levels to ensure that you’re getting the most out of your fitness session every time.

Your target heart rate is a percentage of your maximum heart rate. To calculate the maximum rate, just take 220 minus your age. For example, if you are 30, your maximum heart rate is 190. Once you have that number, you can check your heart rate throughout your workout to determine if you need to ease back on the intensity level or push yourself harder.

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends that people exercise in a target heart rate of 50 to 85 percent of their maximum heart rate. A range is offered because it depends on your fitness level. If you’re new to exercise or are just getting back into it, you’ll want to start working at the lower end of your target heart rate. Following our example, 50 percent of your maximum heart rate would be 95, so as your run on the TRUE ES700 Home Elliptical Trainer, you want to keep your heart rate right around that number. On the other hand, if you’ve been working out regularly for a while, you can push yourself to the higher end of the target heart rate spectrum. If you ride a TRUE ES900 Home Recumbent Bike at 85 percent of your maximum heart rate, you’ll want to be at 161.5. One benefit of exercising on the TRUE Fitness equipment is that you can take advantage of TRUE HRC Cruise Control. This allows you to lock in on your targeted heart rate, and once it’s entered, the Cruise Control will automatically adjust the speed and incline throughout your workout to ensure you maintain your target heart rate and get the most out of your session.

One way to determine if you’re in the zone is to test your pulse. Place your pointer and middle finger firmly but lightly on the inside of your wrist or on your neck below the angle of your jaw. You can also place your hand over your heart. Watch the clock for 60 seconds and count how many beats occur in that time frame. If it’s under the desired number, you need to push yourself harder and get your heart rate up, but if it’s over the number, you should ease off the intensity a little. Another option is to wear a heart rate monitor that will do the counting for you.

Which TRUE PS Series Treadmill is Right for You?

holiday treadmillsThinking of buying a treadmill this Christmas? TRUE Fitness Technology began with the treadmill, so it’s no surprise that we take pride in each and every one we produce for our customers. TRUE offers many different of residential treadmills, but our most popular series by far is the PS series treadmill. Continue reading “Which TRUE PS Series Treadmill is Right for You?”

Working Cardio into Your Weight Lifting Routine

In order to get those “bulking” results you fellas may be looking for, you cannot solely focus on lifting weights. A simple cardio routine needs to be incorporated into your exercise regimen to supplement strength routines.

Working Cardio Into your Weight Lifting RoutineCardio does not strictly mean running, although running is a great cardio workout. Check out these cardio suggestions that you can add into your fitness routine to get the best results possible:

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Last Minute Training Tips for Marathon Runners

last minute training tips for marathon runnersIt’s March, which means marathon season is here–are you ready? Even if you’ve trained all winter for your race, there are still some last minute pointers to consider before the big day arrives. Here are some great tips to help you through your last two months of marathon training:

1. Mimic the Course

Mimicking the course is, by far, the most beneficial training to do (if possible) because it helps train your body to perform well on the specific type of terrain. Get to know what type of terrain you will be working with during the actual marathon and do your best to mimic what it will actually be like while you train. If you will be running in New York City, run up and down a lot of hills. If you are running a marathon in Chicago, practice long runs on flat ground. Continue reading “Last Minute Training Tips for Marathon Runners”

Work Off Unhealthy Meals with Equal Calorie Burning Workouts

iStock_000013214632_MediumIn order to lose weight and be healthy, you do not have to completely cut out all of your favorite foods; you just have to increase your workouts in order to compensate! Next time you’re in the mood for something not-so-healthy, don’t sweat it (till later)! Remember that it is okay and you can make up for it later at the gym…just make sure you actually do. Courtesy of AllRecipes.com, below is a recipe for the “World’s Best Lasagna,” along with all of the nutritional information and the workout it will take to burn off those pesky calories right off! Continue reading “Work Off Unhealthy Meals with Equal Calorie Burning Workouts”

Day-of-the-Week Workout Routine

An easy way to keep yourself on schedule with your workouts is to develop a routine so that it becomes second-nature. Dedicating each day of the week to a specific exercise, or area of focus, is an easy way to do this! Spreading a full workout into separate daily sessions will motivate you to keep working out all week long, so that you can target all areas. Completing a full body workout in one day may convince you that it was good enough for a few days. However, if you dedicate one day to legs, one day to arms, and so on, it will make you WANT to complete your small daily workout in order to get closer to accomplishing your overall full body workout. Here are a few suggestions for a day-of-the-week workout routine: Continue reading “Day-of-the-Week Workout Routine”

Why Treadmills Make a Workout More Enjoyable

model on treadmillNot everyone considers working out to be an enjoyable activity. In fact, some people simply hate it. People who love to run will need little motivation to throw on their shoes and go for a quick run outside. On the other hand, people who have a hard time motivating themselves to get active need a bit more of an enticement to get going. TRUE’s treadmill lines have done a great job catering to all types of people, including those who have little interest in working out. With 7 commercial treadmills and 5 different consoles to choose from, there is literally a perfect treadmill for everyone! Continue reading “Why Treadmills Make a Workout More Enjoyable”