Fitness and Exercise Equipment from Small to Big
- heart rate monitor - a device that allows a user to measure his or her heart rate in real time
- weights and dumbbells - for resistance and strength training in varying weights, sometimes adjustable
- stability or balance ball - a large poly-vinyl ball (typically between 18 and 28 inches in diameter) that can be used in many ways during an exercise routine (a pedal bike for outdoor use is just as good if not better!)
- stationary bicycle - can be fan powered or motor powered and stationary
- treadmill - the best of walking indoors, add incline or decline with most models, some self powered some motor powered
- step bench - resembles a long step stool and used for step aerobics
- resistance bands - resembling large rubber bands are a portable alternative to hand weights for resistance and strength training
- cross country ski simulators - simulate a skiing motion with sliding footpads, good aerobic workout and can be fun
- weight machines and total home gym systems - those big contraptions you see on television usually costing over $1000 supposed to replace all exercise equipment of a gym in a compact space
- whatever your equipment, big, small, motorized or not, the most important thing is learning to use it properly because improper use leads to injury
- shoes! Very important piece of equipment no matter what you are doing, properly fitting shoes can make a huge difference in your work outs
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