Gastric Bypass - surgical reduction of the stomach
Glucagon - The hormone from the pancreas that causes the release of stored carbohydrate in the liver to restore blood glucose levels. Glucagon is a mobilization hormone.
Invisible Fats - fats that are not immediately noticeable such as those in egg yolk, cheese, cream, and salad dressings
Adductors - muscles of the inner thigh that pull your legs together. They attach the pelvis and the femur (or thigh bone). You use these muscles when inline skating, skiing or swimming the breaststroke (frog kick)
Electrolytes - Minerals such as sodium, potassium, magnesium and calcium that keep your nerves firing and muscles reacting during activity. Lost in sweat, so replenish with sports drinks.
FDA (Food & Drug Administration) - It is the US federal agency responsible for the regulation of pharmaceuticals (drugs) and food products
Repetition or "rep" - a term used most often in resistance exercises or weight lifting. A single movement, as in doing one squat (going down and then going back up would be one rep). A certain number of reps will equal a set
Spinning - the spinning program utilizes a stationary bike to simulate a real outdoor biking experience. There are no computers attached to the spinner, and the bike has a fixed gear, racing handlebars, pedals with clips or cages, and a seat that can adjust up and down, fore and aft. Each spinner also has a resistance knob that you can use to adjust the intensity of each workout
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Weider Olympic Size Curl Bar
Feature: ... Chromed Steel; Knurled Hand Grips; 2 -Olympic-sized spring clip collars; Holds most Olympic-sized (2") Weight plates ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-08-22 Summary: Good bar good price. ... Bar does what it says, clips are fairly good, they do slip a little but that is to be expected in exchange for the convenience they offer. ...more
[2] Rating: 4 Date: 2007-03-22 Summary: thanks Icon customer service ... I purchased this bar and it showed up without the spring clips. I spent 4 hours being bounced from department to department on the phone with Icon customer service. In the end I received the spring clips but posted the earlier low rating due to my poor customer service experience. Icon contacted me directly after rating them low and refunded my shipping costs to make things right. Thanks, I appreciate that. Was not able to pull my previous posted rating so posting a new rating of 4 stars. Very nice bar for the price ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | Olympic-Sized Curl Bar...more
Apex Solid Olympic Curl Bar
Feature: ... Apex® solid Olympic curl bar; Solid steel chrome Olympic curl bar; Holds all 2" Olympic weight plates (plates not included); Isolates and intensifies development of the biceps, triceps and forearm muscles; Includes 2 weight plate collars ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | Tone your arms with a little help from the Apex® solid Olympic curl bar, which is designed to hold all 2" Olympic weight plates (not included). It isolates and intensifies development of the biceps, triceps and forearm muscles, and includes 2 weight plate collars....more
Valeo Olympic Spring Collars
Feature: ... Olympic spring collars fit two-inch Olympic bars; Chrome-plated for durability; Easy on-and-off collars; Sold in pairs ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2010-05-28 Summary: Inexpensive and sturdy ... These collars are sturdy and easy to use. At this price, you cannot pass on these. ...more
[2] Rating: 4 Date: 2009-10-24 Summary: A Little Tight ... These are a little tight. They are rather difficult to put on and take off. I suppose that's much better than coming off and on too easily. Just a little disappointed. ...more
Editorial Reviews — [1] ... Product Description | Fit 2" Olympic bar. Chrome plated. Easy on and off. One pair....more
[2] ... Product Description | The Valeo Olympic Spring Collars fit any two-inch Olympic bar. These collars are chrome-plated and the handles make them easy to get on and off your bar. The Valeo Olympic collars conveniently come in pairs. About Valeo 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...more
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