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Saturated Fats - Unhealthy fats found in most animal products and tropical oils. With a high proportion of hydrogen atoms, they are solid at room temperature and are converted to cholesterol in the body.

BMI (Body Mass Index) - BMI is a tool for indicating weight status in adults.1 It is a measure of weight for height. For adults over 20 years old, BMI falls into one of the following categories:

Below 18.5 Underweight

18.5 - 24.9 Normal

25.0 - 29.9 Overweight

30.0 and Above Obese

Cardiovascular Disease - disease affecting heart and blood vessels

Hyperkalemia - excessive amounts of potassium

Heart rate calculations - Standard formula is 220 - (your age) for men, 226 - (your age) for women. Error is 10-15 beats either way since heart rate maximums are genetically determined.

Quadriceps or "quads" - the group of four muscles that make up the front of the thigh. Quads straighten the knee. Keeping them strong can help ward off knee injuries

Rhomboids - the muscles that pull your shoulder blades inward. They attach to the vertebrae at the base of the neck and go diagonally to the inside edges of the shoulder blades

Sprain - an injury to ligaments.

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Stamina Ab / Hyper Bench
Feature: ... Work on strengthening your abs, back muscles, and core strength; Contoured bench and support pad both adjust to 4 levels; Frame and undercarriage constructed from 2-inch steel; High-density foam pads add comfort and support; pivoting ankle pads; Folds for easy storage ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-12-12 Summary: Stamina Ab/Hyper Bench ... I've had my bench for about a month now and it has met every expectation I had for it. The materials are more sturdy than other models I looked at and it seems like it will hold up to everyday wear and tear. Works great for back extensions and the three settings for abs give a pretty wide range of difficulty. My only complaint is that the cushion for back extentions is one large cushion (instead of having two with a gap in between) and it can be slightly uncomfortable for extended sets. ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-12-03 Summary: Works well. ... Works well. Easy to adjust. Was simple to put together. Instructions well written. Great for home work outs. Only adjustment I would make would be to use a keeper pin to keep roller pads closer to feet if that is what someone wanted. I use a belt to hold them down. Excellent product for the money. ...more
Editorial Reviews — [1] ... Product Description | Stamina Ab / Hyper Bench gives you all the positions you need to build big core strength! A ripped physique starts with the core. The Stamina Ab / Hyper Bench gives you terrific core strength, ripped abs and powerful back muscles. Work your upper and middle abs in four crunch positions ranging from flat to a 30 degree decline. Just pull the pin and quickly and easily adjusts the angle of the bench to increase or decrease your workout intensity. Target your lower back muscles with standing...more
[2] ... Product Description | Designed for exercises that strengthen abdominal and lower-back muscles, this vinyl-covered steel-frame bench can be also be set up to support elbows when doing bicep curls with free weights (not included). For ab crunches, the bench can be easily adjusted to four positions ranging from flat to 30-degree angle, and the thigh support can be adjusted to fit a user's leg length. Comfortable foam rollers hold ankles firmly in place during ab crunches and standing hyper-extension exercises...more

Marcy WM367 Standard Weight Bench
Feature: ... Heavy duty 14 gauge steel tubing, front and rear stabilizer; Fixed 4 roller pad dual action leg developer, comfortable high density seat & back pads; Durable gray powder coated finish, accepts 5' or 6' straight bars; Oversized no pinch fixed uprights, includes arm curl accessory pads; Includes weight plate storage post, 600 lb. weight capacity (user weight plus weight on barbell) ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | The Marcy standard bench has heavy duty steel gauge tubing with front t and rear stabilizer. Fixed 4 roller pad dual action leg developer, comfortable high density seat & back pads. includes weight plate storage post, 600 lb. weight capacity (user weight plus weight on barbell)...more

Universal Decline Bench
Feature: ... 5" foam rollers provide maximum comfort.; Max user weight 250 lbs ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | The Universal decline bench features 5" foam rollers for maximum comfort....more

PT/Pro JP0001 Portable Fitness Bench
Feature: ... Portable fitness bench for home workouts or physical therapy visits; Powder-coated, high-tensile aluminum frame and heavy vinyl upholstery; Ten back positions and two seat positions; removable crunch handle for abs; Sturdy nonmarking rubber feet; Folds flat for storage; measures 51 x 17 x 12 inches (W x H x D); one-year warranty ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-12-17 Summary: Only Compact Bench Out there! ... This is the only compact bench out there that does everything. It's even light too about 23lbs. It's great! It folds flat into the closet and there is so many different positions that you can make it! Traditional benches are only tailored for one type of bench style this has all types.. Incline, Decline, Flat etc. ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2008-06-13 Summary: Best companion for the mobile personal trainer ... ... The bench is very well-made ... sturdy, expansive, and light enough to carry with relative ease. I modified it slightly with the use of some hooks on the side rails to make it usable with my Bodylastics resistance bands. My clients enjoy and appreciate the variability of their workouts (free-weights to resistance bands). It is tad cumbersome to carry, but all in all a great bench. ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | Fully adjustable lightweight, portable, fitness bench....more

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