Adipose Tissue - fatty tissue
Atherosclerosis - a form of arteriosclerosis affecting the intima (inner lining) of the artery walls
Body Fat - Amount of fat in one's body. First, your body fat percentage is simply the percentage of fat your body contains. If you are 150 pounds and 10% fat, it means that your body consists of 15 pounds fat and 135 pounds lean body mass (bone, muscle, organ tissue, blood and everything else).
Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Mellitus (type 1 or IDDM) - Diabetes occurring suddenly between the ages of 1 and 40; patients secrete little, if any, insulin and require insulin injections and a carefully controlled diet
Omega-3 fatty acids - Polyunsaturated fatty acids found in fish oil; may contribute to the reduction of coronary artery disease
Adipose tissue - a specialized type of tissue composed mostly of adipocytes (see above), for storing cellular fat
Electrolytes - minerals such as sodium, potassium, calcium and magnesium that act to keep your nerves firing and muscles moving. These minerals are found in foods (potassium- bananas, meat) and modest amounts of electrolytes are a necessary component of a normal diet. Be careful of using sports drinks to replace minerals because of the added calories
Fiber - a general term denoting the structural part of plants such as cellulose. Fiber is not digested by human digestive enzymes, although some are digested by the gastrointestinal tract bacterial
Hyperglycemia - an elevated (above normal) blood sugar (glucose)
Vastus intermedius, lateralis and medialis - 3 of the 4 muscles of the thigh that make up the quadriceps. Strong quads help protect your knees. The 4th muscle is the rectus femoris. Cycling, skiing, running and hiking downhill work these muscles
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Marcy Upright Mag Cycle
Feature: ... Upright exercise bike with smooth magnetic resistance system; 8 levels of preset resistance accommodates several fitness levels; Large console display tracks time, distance, speed, and calories burned; Counterbalanced pedals with adjustable foot straps; transport wheels; Measures 31.5 x 48.75 x 18 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 43 pounds ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 4 Date: 2010-07-06 Summary: ok you're fat..get this ... I am fat. This came after ten years of late night drinking and eating pizza, burgers, fried onions, and chocolate milkshakes. I use to be in good shape back in college, like fifteen years ago. I decided to be a writer and kept drinking more and more. I got published in magazines like 3am and Word Riot. I reached my goal, but I looked in the mirror and I was 315 pounds. I needed to make a change. I got this bike because let's face it; I am cheap. I put the thing together and I never read instructions. It seemed flimsy ...more
[2] Rating: 4 Date: 2010-07-01 Summary: Exercise Bicycle ... The bike is a good form of exercise, a very brisk workout. Ony drawback is the arms don't move. ...more
Editorial Reviews — [1] ... Product Description | Marcy upright exercise bike has a compact design and smooth magnetic resistance. The user friendly computer tracks, speed, time, distance and calories burned. The bike also feature eight preset manual resistance levels and a step through design....more
[2] ... Product Description | Getting fit at home has never been easier with the Marcy magnetic upright exercise bike. The cycle offers a smooth and quiet magnetic resistance system, with eight levels of preset resistance to accommodate several fitness levels. It's also easy to track your workout progress thanks to the large console display, which tracks your speed, distance, time, and calories burned. And to ensure maximum comfort while you ride, the bike includes a unique seat that's height adjustable to match different...more
Marcy Recumbent Mag Bike
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | This recumbent bike helps tone and define the body while reducing fat and increasing stamina through cardiovascular conditioning. Sit comfortably on the adjustable high-density foam seat while pedaling with 1 of 8 levels of resistance. Refer to speed, distance, time and calories burned on the easy-to-read screen. The durable construction of this powder-coated frame will withstand frequent use. Product Features: Durable, powder-coated frame with 2" x 2" round 14-gauge steel tubing stands...more
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