NORDIC TRACK ULTIMATE TONING WHEEL Review

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(More customer reviews)I do a variety of aerobic and anaerobic exercise to supplement my interval training. The Nordic Track Toning Wheel is just the latest gadget I've incorporated into my regime.

There's a plethora of ab exercise equipment out there, all vying for your attention and competing for a market share in this niche industry. Most of them promise to help "target" and "burn" fat around your belly. Know what? "Targeting" specific areas to eliminate excess fat is a myth. Yes, you heard right. To take it to an extreme: How would you like to have ripped, washboard abs while retaining your flabby arms, saddlebag thighs, and double chin? It just isn't going to happen! Ab machines will help you firm and tone your abdominal muscles under the subcutaneous fat, but it won't help you "target" the fat. I'm disgusted by how fitness companies are perpetuating this myth by their deceptive advertising. Among the worst offenders are the Ab Rocket, Ab Supreme, Body by Jake Ab Scissor, Ab-DoER, Ab Laser, or, God forbid, AB Sonic.

The only proven effective way to lose fat is aerobic exercise. No, I don't mean aerobics, although it IS a _form_ of aerobic exercise. Aerobic exercises are exercises that raise your heart rate to your target heart rate for sustained periods. Your target heart rate depends on your age, among other factors. Interval Training comes to mind as an effective form of aerobic exercise, although it's also a form of ANaerobic exercise (a discussion of anaerobic exercise is beyond the scope of this review). There is growing consensus that interval training is the most effective way for shedding excess fat, belly fat included.

With all that said, no, the Nordic Track Toning Wheel isn't going to help you lose unwanted belly fat per se; it will, however, help you tone and firm those abdominal muscles. And it is equally effective, if not more so, than those fancy and expensive ab machines - at a price that's easy to stomach. This workout packs more of a punch than you might think. After just a few reps you'll start to feel it working (or feel the "burn", if you will). You can do them in sets if you wish.

Assembly: The package comes with 2 wheels, a shaft, and two handles. Assembly is VERY straightforward: thread the wheels through the shaft and affix the handles to the ends of the shaft. Make sure the handles are pushed in all the way.

Construction: The wheel components are well-made and certainly feel very durable. The grips are rubberized and feel very comfortable. The shaft is metal and the wheels are plastic with textured rubber over the rim for traction. The rubberized parts actually look and feel plasticky. The fully assembled wheel is extremely sturdy.

Function: The rolling action of the wheels is very smooth. I should mention that the product does not come with any instructions on how to use the wheel, but no matter, you can make use of youtube as a learning resource. Simply use the search terms "ab wheel" to perform a search at the youtube site and you will get pages upon pages of videos that show you the proper technique for using the ab wheel. I strongly recommend that you start off with your knees on the floor as shown in the picture on the product page.

The Nordic Track Ultimate Toning Wheel is a real good value for your money. I got mine through the Nordic Track site for less, plus, there's free shipping ;). Give this wheel a whirl, I'm sure you won't be disappointed.

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When you want quality fitness products and a name you know and trust, you want Nordic Track. Sophisticated and packed with power, the Nordic Track line of home fitness products are built to last. Nordic Track gives you the power to be healthy.

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Valeo Dual Ab Wheel Review

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(More customer reviews)I've read several reviews here with people being confused or disappointed, but I think perhaps expectations were different. First off, I'm not a trained professional, but I've been exercising for years and I pay close attention to proper form for the most effective effort. I'll try to explain how this works and what to expect.

-- CORE MUSCLES WORKED WITH AN AB WHEEL:
Shoulders, arms,upper and lower back, abs (all sections)

-- WHAT TO EXPECT ON QUALITY:
The quality on these things doesn't have to be fancy - it has a simple use and just has to be functional. Two wheels are better than one, however. The wheels are solid plastic/rubber and the grips are similar. Are the grips terribly comfortable? No, but they're not bad either and you aren't using it for hours at a time -just minutes. Wrap some tennis racquet grip around them for added comfort if you want more, but it's really not needed. This is a basic tool and doesn't need to be made of expensive materials. The bar through the middle is solid metal (not sure if there is a weight limit but I'd guess at about 200lbs).

-- PUTTING IT TOGETHER:
It arrives in a box as two separate wheels, a metal bar, two rubber handles and a single sheet of instructions. Place the bar through the wheels and center them as best as you can. Then slide/wiggle/twist one handle all the way onto one end of the bar (I didn't need grease - it went on pretty easily, yet snug). Then try to line up the grip of the other handle and slide that onto the other side of the bar with the wheels in the middle. Push on the ends of the handles to make sure they're on all the way. You will be able to twist the grips a little to line them up perfectly. Putting it together took me only a couple of minutes.

-- USING IT (BASIC):
Using the Ab Wheel is simple, but really works the abs if done correctly. This simple devise helps create the line down the middle of your abs for that nice six pack!

Kneel on the floor with one hand on each handle and the wheel positioned on the floor, centered before you. Without arching your back (keep it straight and keep your head straight too - don't look up or drop your head down) slowly roll the wheel away from your knees in a straight line before you. Your body moves forward with the wheel, away from your knees - this is KEY to making this move effective! Your weight is supported via your hands on the bar and by your knees (and a straight back). The further you can stretch your arms out before you and the further you can lean away from your knees the more you will work the core muscles in your abs. When you've rolled out as far as you safely can, reverse and roll back up to the starting position (this should be hard!). Line your body up facing a wall (knees 2-3 ft from the wall) and roll out toward the wall if you want something there to help you stop rolling. Line up further and further away as you get stronger.

You may not be able roll out more than 2-3 feet at first but that's okay. (When I stop my abs/hips are about 10-12 inches from the floor. You want to aim for about a 45 degree angle from your knees to your hips and then a countering 45 degree angle from your hands on the ab wheel to your shoulders. Think of making a bridge with your body where your knees are one support on one side of the water and the wheel is the other support on the other side of the river/body of water. Again, the farther you can stretch out, the more difficult the workout, but be careful and don't push too hard too fast or you'll tear something! Use your head and be conservative at first.

Beginners should probably start with 1-2 sets of 5-10 reps and work on rolling out further as you become stronger. I'm trying 2 sets of 10 reps and my abs are SORE after 2 days of this!! :)

It's IMPORTANT TO KEEP YOUR BACK STRAIGHT and to not arch it as you roll out. You can hurt yourself if you do this move incorrectly. The wheel comes with some basic instructions that show you the proper form. READ THE INSTRUCTIONS!

-- USING IT (ADVANCED):
Once you get comfortable using it as described above, add a twist and rather than just rolling straight ahead of you, keep your knees still and roll out at about a 25-30 degree angle left or right of center, twisting at the waist. This will really focus on the oblique muscles. I'd suggest alternating each direction during your reps, but that's just my opinion. ;)

This really is a GREAT ab workout and you WILL feel it if done properly. Good luck on that six pack!

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Strengthen and tone your abs, shoulders, arms, and back with the Valeo dual ab wheel. The unit teams up a pair of nonskid wheels and two easy-grip handles. To use, simply get on all fours, grab hold of the handles, and glide the wheels back and forth across the floor. At various points during the exercise, you'll work every major upper body muscle group as your torso adjusts to the movements. The dual ab wheel comes with an instructional fitness guide.
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Valeo introduced its very first product--the original Classic Belt--in 1988. Today, the company builds on that solid reputation by continuing to develop and deliver products of uncompromising quality and value. Valeo offers an extensive line of both fitness and workplace safety accessories to help you perform your best. From back supports to jump ropes, Valeo is your source for all of your wellness needs.

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