Aging - The general deterioration of the body with increasing age.
Antioxidants - In the form of vitamin and mineral supplements, antioxidants help counteract the effects of free radicals on cells and repair cellular damage. Antioxidants protect cells by sacrificing electrons to prevent free radicals from stealing electrons from healthy cells.
Convenience Food - food that has been partially prepared commercially and consequently is quickly and easily prepared at home
Hypoglycemia - subnormal levels of sugars in the blood
Amino acid score - a measure of the actual amounts of individual amino acids in a food, or in the diet relative to the need for the amino acid. Does not evaluate whether the protein is digestible
Diabetes Type 1 (insulin dependent diabetes) - occurs when the pancreas does not produce insulin at all leading to elevated blood glucose
Latisimus dorsi or "lats" - the pair of fan- shaped muscles across your middle and lower back that attach the arms to the spine. They work to pull your arms down and back
Perceived exertion - the level of intensity you feel your body is exerting during exercise on a scale of 0 - 10. An unscientific way of staying within your target heart rate zone
Urine - Should be pale and odorless. If it's bright yellow or pungent, you are dehydrated.
Waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) - the ratio of a person's waist circumference (measured at the umbilicus) to hip circumference (measured where the hips are the widest)
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LifeSpan Fitness LS-5T Folding Treadmill
Feature: ... Compact treadmill features a 1.5 continuous-duty horsepower motor; 16-inch wide by 48-inch long walking surface; LCD console with five window readouts to track your key workout metrics; Speed range is 0.6 to 7.5 miles per hour; manual incline feature with three adjustment levels; Manufacturer's warranty: 90 days on the frame, motor, parts, and labor ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2010-05-24 Summary: Best Compromise for Price and Quality ... Quick Review: Very easy to assemble. Very light. The track is long enough to run on and is fairly quiet. It's not very wide, but it doesn't really need to be. It fit well in my very small living room. It folds up, but not completely straight. I doesn't have auto incline, but has a "manual" incline, which consists of a rear floor support knob, which you can see in the pictures. It has 3 levels...incline about 5%, incline about 2%, and straight. The LCD is fairly generic but it controls the treadmill and shows basic ...more
[2] Rating: 4 Date: 2010-01-26 Summary: Very easy to assemble ... At first, I was concerned that the tread belt was too small. But after using it for a while, it seems fine. The LS-5t is quiet and compact so great for smaller spaces. Prefect for power walking or running 8 minute miles or slower, but cannot go any faster. If this is your excercise level, you will find this machine just fine. Other treadmills seem unnecessarily bloated in size and options. Most standard treadmills are 18 to 20 inches in width which is better for fast running. This model is 16 inches, which allows for ...more
Editorial Reviews — [1] ... Product Description | The LS-5T is an ultra compact treadmill that is ideal for those simply looking to walk and limited on space. The easy to use console, preset programs and contact pulse grips all add up to user friendly experience....more
[2] ... Product Description | The ultra-compact LifeSpan LS-5T folding treadmill is durable, reliable, and easy to use, helping you walk or jog with confidence in the comfort of your own home. The treadmill is equipped with such features as a sturdy 1.5-horsepower continuous-duty motor, a 48-by-16-inch running belt, and an integrated console with a 4.3-by-1.7-inch LCD display. The LS-5T folds for easy storage. The console not only tracks your speed, time, distance, calories, laps, and heart rate, but it also supports...more
Gold's Gym Advantage Treadmill Walking Belt For Model Number: GGTL12920
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | A durable walking belt of the highest quality, it has an exceptional one year warranty. Its pre-lubed, with an additional tube of lube for suggested use at 6-8 months after installation. Unlike some factory belts, a Treadmill Doctor replacement walking belt doesnt have a foul smell!...more
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