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7 Ways to Beat Exercise Apathy | Have Fun While Reaching Your Fitness Goals

Date: October 16, 2008 07:24:43 PM
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7 Ways to Beat Exercise Apathy | Have Fun While Reaching Your Fitness Goals



Author: Stephen Hans Erickson


Hear How You Run


 


Two of the most recognizable and successful brands in America, Nike and Apple have collaborated to develop a cutting edge fitness innovation.



The Nike + iPod Sport Kit monitors your running experience by transmitting data through a wireless connection between your Nike shoe and your iPod nano. The microchip tracks speed, distance, time, and calories burned while real-time spoken feedback announces milestones throughout your workout .


The PowerSongs option integrates your favorite iTunes selections. The kit works with the iPod nano 1G, 2G and 3G and any Nike+ shoe.




  • Futuristic Factor: *****


  • Fun Factor: ****


  • Fitness Factor: ****




Virtual Reality Enhanced Cycling Systems


Although The Expresso Upright Stationary Bike is designed for commercial fitness clubs (you can’t afford it), the cool factor merits a mention.


This futuristic system engages not just the muscles but also the mind by fusing exertainment with web-based personalization. Imagine playing a visually stunning video game, but instead of planted on the sofa with a game pad, you’re actually riding a top-of-the-line recumbent or upright stationary bike. The handlebars move for realistic steering as you pedal and compete on an interactive course, creating the immersive illusion of being on the open road.



The web based high-res screen delivers personalized, real time fitness information. You can set goals, track progress and log data online, taking your workout places it’s never been.







  • Futuristic Factor: *****


  • Fun Factor: *****


  • Fitness Factor: *****




A Personal Trainer in Your Pocket


 


Easily bored by your exercise routine? Get personalized guidance form Hollywood fitness trainers on your iPod or MP3 player.



ITRAIN Personal Trainer downloadable programs include customized audio routines for running, walking, cycling, rowing, climbing, sculpting, stretching, swimming, boxing, pilates and yoga.


Celebrity endorsements include Courtney Cox, Sarah Silverman and Olympic Gold medal swimmer Natalie Coughlin.


If you’re apathetic about your current exercise routine, iTRAIN’s ever-changing menu of workouts will keep things new and fresh.




  • Futuristic Factor: ***


  • Fun Factor: ****


  • Fitness Factor: *****




Transform Exercise Into “Gamercise”


 


Some fitness-themed games can only keep your attention for a short time before becoming boring and routine.



What sets this system apart is the ability to plug in to any of your favorite games or systems. Gamercize interacts with your Xbox360, PSP3 or Wii, letting you play normally while exercising – but when you pause the game pauses with you.


Adjust the exercise level to maximize enjoyment of the game and provide the greatest fitness benefit. The system records your statistics and you’ll be amazed at how much workout time you’ve logged when the game is over.


The Gamercize system is available as a cycle or stepper, the best choices to leave your hands free to operate the controller.




  • Futuristic Factor: ***


  • Fun Factor: *****


  • Fitness Factor: ****




See all 7 gadgets and share your comments at ObsessionFitness.com



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About the Author:

Stephen Hans Erickson is an exercise enthusiast and fitness writer with an expertise in emerging equipment and product trends. Read more of his reviews and opinions at Obsession Fitness - http://obsessionfitness.com.



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