Steve Pfiester, star of Bridal Bootcamp & Fat March joins Blake Kassel for an intense Baseball Fitness workout that will get you sweating.
Shadow Boxer Product Demo
New fitness and resistance training device known as the Versatile Resistance Trainer or VRT from Shadow-Boxer Two very different demos all in good humour.
Ripped Body With Bodylastics Resistance tubes
It seems ridiculous to me how many people wonder about getting Bodylastics results. In other words, the question is better put this way...can you really get results using resistance tubes?
Now the reason I think that's a ridiculous question is because it appears to me that when people ask a question like that it stems from the "hype" of the expensive home gym manufacturers. They pitch their product as if it was the magic bullet and the only way to achieve bodybuilding results.
The reality is that any form of workout will yield results. They are certain principles and workout protocols that must be followed regardless of the workout equipment you use.
Now the reason I think that's a ridiculous question is because it appears to me that when people ask a question like that it stems from the "hype" of the expensive home gym manufacturers. They pitch their product as if it was the magic bullet and the only way to achieve bodybuilding results.
The reality is that any form of workout will yield results. They are certain principles and workout protocols that must be followed regardless of the workout equipment you use.
Rob Kick Ass Workout
Kickboxer Rob Kovok works out with Bodylastics extreme resistance system, and tells how it gives him the competitive edge.
Resistance Tube Workout Made Simple
One of the largest problems with those suffering from nerve diseases and disabilities is keeping up circulation. Because walking let alone, more strenuous workout can be painful, even dangerous because of the impact involved, these people end up living very sedentary lives. Eventually, limb loss may ensue due to circulation problems. Fortunately, resistance tube workout can be used by these previously sedentary people. A few stretches go a long way to keeping the blood flowing through limbs.
The best part of resistance tube workout is there is virtually no impact. Multiple Sclerosis patients who can barely walk utilize resistance tubes to keep the blood flowing through their legs by doing a few stretches with the band wrapped around one of their feet.
Resistance tube workout can also be performed by the very large. For the obese, workout can be nearly impossibly and terribly daunting. resistance tube workout once again comes to the rescue for these folk. A light, convenient resistance tube can be used with little to no impact and without moving all parts of your body or supporting your own weight
The best part of resistance tube workout is there is virtually no impact. Multiple Sclerosis patients who can barely walk utilize resistance tubes to keep the blood flowing through their legs by doing a few stretches with the band wrapped around one of their feet.
Resistance tube workout can also be performed by the very large. For the obese, workout can be nearly impossibly and terribly daunting. resistance tube workout once again comes to the rescue for these folk. A light, convenient resistance tube can be used with little to no impact and without moving all parts of your body or supporting your own weight
Female Customers Feedback On Shadow Boxer
Straight after I wrote the previous post on 'Can Shadow Boxer be Used by Women' I got this email from a customer and wanted to share it with you all.
"Have been using the Shadow Boxer VRT2 now, pretty much every day for 13 weeks, and have really noticed changes, many changes with overall health...especially using every day, just using the workout on the DVD has made one HELLAVA DIFFERENCE!!!!!! . Have worked up to using the 'Hard' resistance straps. Guess the next step is the Power Punch Leg Accelerator......Thank You"......Karen ffrench, (Older than forty, I didn't want to over step the mark by publishing Karen's age...I hope this is ok)
"Have been using the Shadow Boxer VRT2 now, pretty much every day for 13 weeks, and have really noticed changes, many changes with overall health...especially using every day, just using the workout on the DVD has made one HELLAVA DIFFERENCE!!!!!! . Have worked up to using the 'Hard' resistance straps. Guess the next step is the Power Punch Leg Accelerator......Thank You"......Karen ffrench, (Older than forty, I didn't want to over step the mark by publishing Karen's age...I hope this is ok)
NEW - Bodylastics Silverback Family Edition
Why is this Bodylastics system called the Silverback Family Edition? It's simple really.
The "Silverback" refers to Silverback Gorillas. Silverbacks are the largest of the primates and are known to be ridiculously strong. There have been many reports of Silverback Gorillas curling 500 lbs.
An adult gorilla's upper body strength is six times more powerful than that of an adult human - enabling them to lift, break, and squeeze heavy objects.
The "Silverback" refers to Silverback Gorillas. Silverbacks are the largest of the primates and are known to be ridiculously strong. There have been many reports of Silverback Gorillas curling 500 lbs.
An adult gorilla's upper body strength is six times more powerful than that of an adult human - enabling them to lift, break, and squeeze heavy objects.
Resistance tubes for Muscle Mass and Weight Loss
Resistance tubes, often referred to as resistance bands or exercise tubes, are the most underrated form of exercise in the fitness world. Whether your goal is to build lean muscle or shed off that excess body fat, a good set of elastic tubes, when used properly, will help you accomplish your goals from the comfort of your own home.
Why pay for expensive gym memberships or bulky, overpriced home gym equipment such as Bowflex, when you could do all the same exercises at home with a good set of ultra-cheap and ultraportable resistance tubes? As a personal trainer, I encourage my clients to shell out $30-$40 on quality set of resistance tubes, less than what I charge for a one hour training session.
When it comes to choosing a set of resistance tubes, my personal favorite is the BodyLastics TO Super Strong Training Set. It includes a door attachment (very important) and storage pouch. I’ve chosen this set because it features a unique clipping system, giving users the advantage of choosing to work with one, two, three, or four tubes simultaneously.
This is crucial because different muscle groups require various levels of resistance and the clipping system allows for easy adjustment to accommodate all exercises and fitness levels. Everyone from beginners to professional athletes and bodybuilders can enjoy and benefit from these tubes. Bodylastics TO resistance tubes are also the most durable and comfortable tubes I have ever tried and for these reasons I highly recommend the set.
Why pay for expensive gym memberships or bulky, overpriced home gym equipment such as Bowflex, when you could do all the same exercises at home with a good set of ultra-cheap and ultraportable resistance tubes? As a personal trainer, I encourage my clients to shell out $30-$40 on quality set of resistance tubes, less than what I charge for a one hour training session.
When it comes to choosing a set of resistance tubes, my personal favorite is the BodyLastics TO Super Strong Training Set. It includes a door attachment (very important) and storage pouch. I’ve chosen this set because it features a unique clipping system, giving users the advantage of choosing to work with one, two, three, or four tubes simultaneously.
This is crucial because different muscle groups require various levels of resistance and the clipping system allows for easy adjustment to accommodate all exercises and fitness levels. Everyone from beginners to professional athletes and bodybuilders can enjoy and benefit from these tubes. Bodylastics TO resistance tubes are also the most durable and comfortable tubes I have ever tried and for these reasons I highly recommend the set.
Resistance Tube Home Gyms Are Better Than Anything Else Out There!
After 11 workouts with resistance tube training, I feel I am able to make a reasonable assessment of its value and utility. Although I am currently using Bodylastics, my general observations probably hold true for all these types of equipment.
Resistance tube training does have its limitations. First and foremost is its "rubber tube" effect. As you extend the movement, the "resistance" increases. That is great. Not so great is the reverse effect. As you return to the start position, the resistance goes to zero, in some cases.
Resistance tube training does have its limitations. First and foremost is its "rubber tube" effect. As you extend the movement, the "resistance" increases. That is great. Not so great is the reverse effect. As you return to the start position, the resistance goes to zero, in some cases.
Let us take the squat. In the down position with free weights, you are still under whatever weight you began with. With resistance tubes, the resistance goes to zero as the tubes return to its "normal" length. Hence in the down position, there is no stress on the legs unlike free weight squats. Same holds true if you were doing rows with the tubes.
Upper Body Exercising With Resistance Tubes
Resistance tubes are a simple yet incredible effective way to invigorate your body and add variety to your workout. Also known as resistance tubing, exercise tubes, exercise bands, resistance bands, and other similar names, these simple items can make a huge difference in how your body looks and how you feel about your body.
Resistance tubes serve two primary purposes as exercise is concerned: they help tone muscle, and they help burn fat, and they do both at the same time. You don’t really have to choose one type of exercise over the other if you are using resistance tubes; they provide a well rounded workout by their very nature.
One of the other great advantages of exercising with resistance tubes is that they can work almost every major muscle group. People use them for upper body strength, lower body strength, and even core muscle conditioning. The positive impacts are widespread: including a more toned body, stronger muscles for other activities, and even improved posture and overall general body movement.
Resistance tubes serve two primary purposes as exercise is concerned: they help tone muscle, and they help burn fat, and they do both at the same time. You don’t really have to choose one type of exercise over the other if you are using resistance tubes; they provide a well rounded workout by their very nature.
One of the other great advantages of exercising with resistance tubes is that they can work almost every major muscle group. People use them for upper body strength, lower body strength, and even core muscle conditioning. The positive impacts are widespread: including a more toned body, stronger muscles for other activities, and even improved posture and overall general body movement.
Why Choose Resistance Tube Training?
How does resistance tube training compare to other strength building exercises? Well, not all of the elastic bands on the market are the same, but the best brand beats other strength building exercises, including free weights and expensive bow-flex machines in every way that you can compare them.
First, of course, there is price to consider. You either need to join a gym, buy as set of free weights or invest in a thousand dollar home gym. You can get a basic elastic band set for less than $50, complete with a DVD so that you can learn how to use the tubes.
The simpler tubes are basically loops of elastic. The best tubes include elastic tubing with a door anchor and clips so that you can increase resistance, as your fitness level increases and perform hundreds of different exercises that work each of the muscle groups in the body.
First, of course, there is price to consider. You either need to join a gym, buy as set of free weights or invest in a thousand dollar home gym. You can get a basic elastic band set for less than $50, complete with a DVD so that you can learn how to use the tubes.
The simpler tubes are basically loops of elastic. The best tubes include elastic tubing with a door anchor and clips so that you can increase resistance, as your fitness level increases and perform hundreds of different exercises that work each of the muscle groups in the body.
Resistance Tube Workouts - Why Are They Better?
Have you tried resistance tube workouts?
The best thing about resistance tubes is their smooth resistance. Unlike free weights or exercise machines, the resistance you get from tubes increases as you perform the exercise. The advantage of this is, that the resistance builds dynamically over the entire range of the exercise.
With the proper resistance tubes your muscles get gently stretched and at the same time the stress on your joints and spine is almost eliminated to zero.
One other reason that resistance tube workouts are better is that you can use resistance tubes to train using isometrics. Most individuals don't know about this, it's really a well-kept secret. Infomercial queen and personal trainer to the stars, Denise Austin and Hollywood A-list actress, Jane Seymour are both huge fans of using isometrics in their resistance tube workout.
The best thing about resistance tubes is their smooth resistance. Unlike free weights or exercise machines, the resistance you get from tubes increases as you perform the exercise. The advantage of this is, that the resistance builds dynamically over the entire range of the exercise.
With the proper resistance tubes your muscles get gently stretched and at the same time the stress on your joints and spine is almost eliminated to zero.
One other reason that resistance tube workouts are better is that you can use resistance tubes to train using isometrics. Most individuals don't know about this, it's really a well-kept secret. Infomercial queen and personal trainer to the stars, Denise Austin and Hollywood A-list actress, Jane Seymour are both huge fans of using isometrics in their resistance tube workout.
Try the TUBE!
A great time to introduce resistance tubes is when you are away from your usual fitness setting. Holidays would be a great example.
When people travel, schedules are thrown off and a lot of people can't get in to the gym or complete their normal fitness routine.
Resistance tubes offer a compact gym with a full body workout. Many tube sets come with a travel bag that will hardly take up room at all. Using the tubes will guarantee you maintain your fitness program and don't lose sight of your goals over the holidays.
When people travel, schedules are thrown off and a lot of people can't get in to the gym or complete their normal fitness routine.
Resistance tubes offer a compact gym with a full body workout. Many tube sets come with a travel bag that will hardly take up room at all. Using the tubes will guarantee you maintain your fitness program and don't lose sight of your goals over the holidays.
Super Strong Workout Plan
Terrell Owens Workout Plan
The Terrell Owens Workout Plan: Is it What He Does or How He Does it?
When an NFL pro football player excels year after year as a wide receiver in a tough game, maintaining a highly successful career that has already spanned 12 years, then I think his personal physical fitness program and workout plan bears a closer look.
How does Terrell Owens, in spite of injuries, media controversies, changing teams and changing loyalties, still maintain his speed, strength, and agility? What is his secret?
The Terrell Owens Workout Plan: Is it What He Does or How He Does it?
When an NFL pro football player excels year after year as a wide receiver in a tough game, maintaining a highly successful career that has already spanned 12 years, then I think his personal physical fitness program and workout plan bears a closer look.
How does Terrell Owens, in spite of injuries, media controversies, changing teams and changing loyalties, still maintain his speed, strength, and agility? What is his secret?
5 things you must know about Bodylastics Resistance Tubes!
1.Elastic Tubing: The elastic tubing used in the bands provides smooth, consistent resistance. The tubing will not come "loose" with use, unlike other resistance bands. It is also much lighter, which means it's easier to store and transport. If you travel a lot, just throw in your set and you have your own portable gym!
Shadow Boxer Vrt
New fitness gimmicks come out everyday. Some are good and some are outrageous and make claims without merit. Smart inventors are coming out with exercise tools that mimic exercises that have worked for years.
That is what the inventor of the “Shadow Boxer” has done. He invented an exercise tool that mimics boxing; an age old routine that has helped people stay in shape for decades. This is a fun invention…
That is what the inventor of the “Shadow Boxer” has done. He invented an exercise tool that mimics boxing; an age old routine that has helped people stay in shape for decades. This is a fun invention…
3 Tips Before You Buy Resistance Tubes
Many times my friends have asked me... "what are the best Resistance Tubes."
When it comes to fitness equipment there are several choices. In this article we will discuss resistance or fitness bands as they are also referred to. In fact, they are also called strength bands, tubes or tubing.
Most exercise tubes are made of latex rubber. So, if you're allergic to latex you may want to take that into consideration before purchasing any resistance tubes.
Here are some helpful tips when looking for the best Resistance Tubes....
When it comes to fitness equipment there are several choices. In this article we will discuss resistance or fitness bands as they are also referred to. In fact, they are also called strength bands, tubes or tubing.
Most exercise tubes are made of latex rubber. So, if you're allergic to latex you may want to take that into consideration before purchasing any resistance tubes.
Here are some helpful tips when looking for the best Resistance Tubes....
Door Anchor For Resistance Tubes
The Door Anchor for resistance tubes by Bodylastics is a component that will enable you to attach your bands to any door that closes. This simple yet important feature will give you the ability to mimick the best gym exercises.
It is 11 inches long and is made out of nylon webbing and soft foam. It will NOT harm your door and is designed to stay secure! When you combine this amazing component with our unique Clip System, you have a resistance tubes muscle working machine that has no equal.
It is 11 inches long and is made out of nylon webbing and soft foam. It will NOT harm your door and is designed to stay secure! When you combine this amazing component with our unique Clip System, you have a resistance tubes muscle working machine that has no equal.
- Connects to almost any door
- Soft, high density foam stopper
- Nylon (hardest plastic available) inner core
- Ultra heavy duty multi-weave nylon webbing
- Neoprene lining, to prevent damage to the elastics
Get a Better Workout With Resistance Tubing
To gain a better workout than going to a fitness club or free weight training is to use resistance tubing. Resistance tubing goes beyond your normal free weights. The advantage to these is they dramatically increase the resistance while you are using them.
These bands give your muscles freedom to flex and stretch with ease with little to no stress is on them. Many doctors have used resistance tubing for patients that have certain types of injuries or mobility handicaps.
These bands give your muscles freedom to flex and stretch with ease with little to no stress is on them. Many doctors have used resistance tubing for patients that have certain types of injuries or mobility handicaps.
Resistance Tubes And Free Weights
Resistance tubes systems like Bodylastics started being used nearly a century ago, initially as a physical fitness tool. They later started gaining popularity in use for rehabilitation from injury as well. Still, many people remain skeptical as to the effectiveness of such elastic bands and elastic tubes as compared against that of "good old fashioned" free weights.
With that in mind, here we compare and contrast the benefits and drawbacks of using Bodylastics strength band training system with using free weights (like dumbbells and barbells).
With that in mind, here we compare and contrast the benefits and drawbacks of using Bodylastics strength band training system with using free weights (like dumbbells and barbells).
Women Can Use The Shadow Boxer VRT
We get many women that buy the Shadow Boxer VRT. Ironically, male fighters and women want the same thing!
Punching is a really good all round exercise especially for saggy arms as punching against resistance tones the triceps. But make no mistake it's not just about the upper body. If you punch correctly (see Paul Briggs lesson our DVD) this actually tones up your abs, waist line, legs and your bum, as you have to twist from the hips and push from the legs to drive punches forward. Doing this repeatedly will take inches of your tummy, tone your bottom and thigh muscles also.
Finally there are lots of other exercises on our blog that we are adding to when we get a chance. See our previous post on Reverse Crunches in March 09 for instance. This the best exercise for lower abs (often neglected) which encourages better posture AND strengthens your abs both which make you look a lot slimmer and in fact reduces the chance of lower back pain due to poor posture.
Finally, remember this basic equation...there is no quick fix to weight loss. If you use more calories than you consume, you will lose weight. Shadow Boxer ups the calories you burn in a fun way and so the pounds should fly off, if you use it regularly.
Good luck - Shadow Boxer VRT
- To tone up without putting too much muscle bulk on
- Burn Fat
- Improve fitness & endurance
- Resistance training minimise injuries which may happen using weights
- Flexible & compact device you can take any where
- Improve punching to keep your other half in check! (This last one's a joke)
Punching is a really good all round exercise especially for saggy arms as punching against resistance tones the triceps. But make no mistake it's not just about the upper body. If you punch correctly (see Paul Briggs lesson our DVD) this actually tones up your abs, waist line, legs and your bum, as you have to twist from the hips and push from the legs to drive punches forward. Doing this repeatedly will take inches of your tummy, tone your bottom and thigh muscles also.
Finally there are lots of other exercises on our blog that we are adding to when we get a chance. See our previous post on Reverse Crunches in March 09 for instance. This the best exercise for lower abs (often neglected) which encourages better posture AND strengthens your abs both which make you look a lot slimmer and in fact reduces the chance of lower back pain due to poor posture.
Finally, remember this basic equation...there is no quick fix to weight loss. If you use more calories than you consume, you will lose weight. Shadow Boxer ups the calories you burn in a fun way and so the pounds should fly off, if you use it regularly.
Good luck - Shadow Boxer VRT
Use Resistance Tubes Anywhere!
A great time to introduce resistance tubes is when you are away from your usual fitness setting. Holidays would be a great example
When people travel, schedules are thrown off and a lot of people can't get in to the gym or complete their normal fitness routine.
Resistance tubes offer a compact gym with a full body workout. Many tube sets come with a travel bag that will hardly take up room at all. Using the tubes will guarantee you maintain your fitness program and don't lose sight of your goals over the holidays.
When people travel, schedules are thrown off and a lot of people can't get in to the gym or complete their normal fitness routine.
Resistance tubes offer a compact gym with a full body workout. Many tube sets come with a travel bag that will hardly take up room at all. Using the tubes will guarantee you maintain your fitness program and don't lose sight of your goals over the holidays.
Working Out With Resistance Tubes
Incorporating resistance tubes into an existing workout routine is a smart and refreshing way to build or tone muscle, while also burning fat at the same time.
Resistance tubes are one of the simplest yet most effective exercise accessories you will find. In fact, they have quite a few things going for them:
Resistance tubes are one of the simplest yet most effective exercise accessories you will find. In fact, they have quite a few things going for them:
What is a Resistance Tube?
Are you looking for a way to add muscle tone, and you have heard of resistance tubes but aren’t quite sure what they are?
Here is a quick introduction to resistance tubes, the different choices you have if you want to buy some resistance tubing for yourself, as well as effective ways to use resistance tubes to change your home workout.
Here is a quick introduction to resistance tubes, the different choices you have if you want to buy some resistance tubing for yourself, as well as effective ways to use resistance tubes to change your home workout.
Resistance Tubes Exercises
Resistance Tubes Exercises (and cables and bands), allow for a variety of exercises to work your entire body. You can easily carry them around as they weigh next to nothing. They are inexpensive and so popular that it is easy to find books, classes and DVDs on exercises so you will never run out of new exercises to do.
Resistance tubes can be used for a variety of upper body exercises from chest presses to back rows, from bicep curls to triceps kickbacks.
Resistance tubes can be used for a variety of upper body exercises from chest presses to back rows, from bicep curls to triceps kickbacks.
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