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Convenience Food - food that has been partially prepared commercially and consequently is quickly and easily prepared at home

High-glycemic - A food is considered to be high-glycemic if it is broken down rapidly and enters the bloodstream quickly as glucose.

Lean Body Mass - the percentage of muscles in the tissue

Low Density Lipoproteins (LDLs) - carries blood cholesterol to the cells

Ascorbic acid - vitamin C

Ballistic stretching - see Stretching, ballistic

Biomechanics - the study of the mechanics of muscular activity

Endorphins - a group of proteins produced naturally by the body with potent analgesic properties (similar to morphine). These are the brain chemicals that contribute to the "runner's high" or good feelings during and after exercise

Nutrition - Good daily nutrition means 55-65 percent carbohydrate, 20-30 percent fat, and 10-15 percent protein.

Sprain - an injury to the ligament

Tendon - A flexible, non-elastic tissue that connects muscle to bone. Damaged in strains.

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Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE Home Gym (Refurbished)
Feature: ... Refurbished home gym provides a total body workout with over 70 exercises; Provides 210 pounds of resistance via Bowflex Power Rods--upgradable to 410 pounds; Includes lat tower, leg extension, squat station, and ab crunch shoulder harness; Recommended workout area of 8' x 6' 5"; 300-pound maximum user weight; Backed by full 6-month warranty ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-03-25 Summary: "5 stars is not enough" ... Yo, this machine is dope I've heard alot of oppions on this machine and to the 4 stars and below you crazy "5 stars isn't even enough. The assembly was mad easy, the design is sick and the exercises are insane. I've built muscle mass just in the 3 weeks I've owned the machine I've lost nearly 11 pounds in those 3 weeks and more to come. Bowflex rules. ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-03-23 Summary: Workouts made easy ... The Bowflex Extreme 2SE, which I purchased came in 5 cartens bound together on a single pallet, in one delivery. Putting it together took about 3 hours and does require some tools. The Bowflex 2SE is pullied to eliminate changes in cables, which makes it easier to operate. I found the construction of the Bowflex to be sturdy, and with the normal 210lbs of resistance, it seems enough for the average person. I would recommend this piece of equipment for anyone with limited space. ...more
Editorial Reviews — [1] ... Product Description | Space and Time Saving Design. We took the Xtreme and improved it. The Lat Tower adjusts to two positions, plus the longer squat frame gives you 4 adjustable positions. In addition, the Xtreme 2 SE lets you change exercises more quickly and easily with no cable changes needed between exercises. 210 lbs of Power Rod Resistance Standard. Revolutionary No-Change Cable Pulley System. Lat tower with Angled Lat Bar. 4-Position Lower pulley/squat station. Leg Extension. Abdominal Crunch Shoulder...more
[2] ... Product Description | Looking for a total body workout but you're on a budget? The refurbished Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE offers a compact total-body workout solution that allows you to perform over 70 exercises. It includes a Lat Tower that adjusts to two positions, leg extension for developing strong, muscular legs, an abdominal crunch shoulder harness to help you build strong, defined abs, and a 4-position lower pulley/squat station that helps in building your glutes, hamstrings, and quads. Other features include...more

Bowflex Ultimate 2 Home Gym (Refurbished)
Feature: ... Refurbished home gym provides a total body workout with over 95 exercises; Provides 310 pounds of resistance via Bowflex Power Rods--upgradable to 410 pounds; Includes a lat tower, leg extension/leg curl station, preacher curl attachment, integrated squat station and built-in rowing machine; Folds to a compact size (44 by 46 inches); recommended workout area of 9' 4" x 6' 6"; Backed by full 6-month warranty ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-07-30 Summary: If you are self Movitaved, This is a Dream Home Gym ... As a previous reviewer stated, Yes, this comes in about 6 different boxes, (I also got more boxes because I ordered more attachments). Yes, it does take about 8-18 hours of assembly (varies depending on how good you are at putting things together). When you first open the boxes and see all of the parts the task does look daunting, but the Bowflex instruction manual does a fair job of explaining how to assemble it. I am OK at assembling things, such as Ikea and Target furniture. Although, this was definitely a step ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-05-13 Summary: A Real Machine ... I saw this come up and I had to give this a rating it deserved. I'll hope to expand later. Does this come in separate boxes? Yes, about six. (I had more as I bought extra.) Does it take a while to put together? Yes, a few hours over a few days. Has it been amazing? Yes. I saw nearly instantaneous results. It's easy to use and makes working out from home a dream. I can shift between various exercises quickly and easily. I highly recommend it. Also, I highly recommend the ab attachment, which is not included in this. ...more
Editorial Reviews — [1] ... Product Description | The Bowflex Ultimate 2 Home Gym is a total-body solution that delivers everything you could possibly imagine for great fitness results. It offers over 95 exercises and includes a lat tower, leg extension/leg curl station, preacher curl attachment, integrated squat station and more. Included with Your Bowflex Ultimate 2 Home Gym: No-Change Cable Pulley System; 310 lbs of Power Rod Resistance (upgradeable to 410 lbs/186 kg); Lat Tower with Angled Lat Bar; Leg Extension/Leg Curl Attachment;...more
[2] ... Product Description | Looking for a total body workout but you're on a budget? The refurbished Bowflex Ultimate 2 home gym is a total-body workout solution that delivers everything you could possibly imagine for great fitness results. It offers over 95 exercises and includes a lat tower, leg extension/leg curl station, preacher curl attachment, integrated squat station and more. Other features include 310 pounds of Power Rod resistance, a no-change cable pulley system, built-in cardio rowing machine, and 5-way...more

Bowflex Motivator 2 Home Gym [Discontinued]
Feature: ... Get a total body workout in as little as 20 minutes a day; Provides as little as five or as many as 210 pounds of resistance via Bowflex Power Rods; Lat tower attachment, leg extension/leg curl attachment, squat attachment; Folds to a compact size (28 by 34 by 6.5 inches) and includes transport wheels; Three-year warranty; 300-pound weight limit ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-03-26 Summary: bowflex ... best exercise machine out there. bench folds up for storage. great workout, we love it... ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-03-18 Summary: best piece of exercise equipment i've ever dusted off! ... takes up a lot of space, but it allows me to get the other pieces of workout wannabees out of the 'gym' (spare bedroom). i'm actually using this one, switching over is pretty easy ...more
Editorial Reviews — [1] ... Product Description | The Bowflex Motivator 2 offers a total body workout in as little as 20 minutes a day. It incorporates specific circuit training into one workout and provides more than 50 different exercises. Great for all fitness levels, this versatile machine helps work the abs, arms, chest, back, shoulders, and lower body....more
[2] ... Product Description | The streamlined Bowflex Motivator 2 Home Gym is designed to give you all the tools you need to get results while keeping an eye on your budget. Offering a total body workout in as little as 20 minutes a day, it incorporates specific circuit training into one workout and provides more than 50 different exercises and up to 210 pounds of Power Rod resistance. Great for all fitness levels, this versatile machine helps work the abs, arms, chest, back, shoulders, and lower body. The Motivator...more

Bowflex TC3000 Treadclimber
Feature: ... Reduce your exercise time with a super-efficient, low impact workout; Tailor your workout specifically to your fitness and comfort level--from beginner to elite athlete--with 12 intensity settings; Monitor every aspect of your workout, including speed, time, distance, calories burned, calories per minute, and total steps; Features twelve intensity settings, six electronic functions, and five LCD readout windows; Warranty: Three years on motor, two years on electronics and parts, and one year on hydraulics ...more
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Editorial Reviews — [1] ... Product Description | The TC3000 offers an impressive array of electronics and features at a great mid-level value. It also incorporates the same workout speeds and ergonomic console design as our top-of-the-line TreadClimber machine - all at an attractive price....more
[2] ... Product Description | Whether you're just starting to get in shape or are a seasoned athlete, Bowflex's Treadclimber TC3000 Cardio Machine is a home fitness machine that offers an array of electronics and features to push your workout to the next level. Similar in function to a treadmill, this low-impact machine is engineered to burn fat without pounding your joints. It has unique dual treadles (rather than a single belt area surface) that rise up to cushion each step. This design eliminates the jarring impact...more

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