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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Precor EFX 5.17i Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer [Discontinued]
Feature: ... Elliptical crosstrainer with adjustable CrossRamp technology; Fully adjustable from 12 to 25 degrees for more efficient workouts; Membrane console with large LED displays and multiple feedback options; 4 programs and 20 resistance levels; ergonomically correct handrails; Measures 30 x 63 x 75 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 197 pounds ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2010-01-07 Summary: Precor EFX 5.17i ... My husband and I love this elliptical. We were familiar with this model from our health club and find it even more appealing now that it's in our own home! So easy to assemble, we were using it shortly after it arrived. We are looking to add other Precor products to our home gym. ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-10-03 Summary: Solid machine ... I have had mine for a number of years. It gets daily, hard use from both myself and my children. The machine is smooth, solid, and always performs well. I originally bought it because I used a Precor at a health club for several years. The health club had several other elliptical makes; I preferred the Precors. The differences between this model and the club model are not all that great, certainly not worth paying more money for. For example, this model has a painted steel front ramp on which the wheels roll up and ...more
Editorial Reviews — [1] ... Product Description | This EFX 5.17i is new and unused from the manufacturer, and includes the full manufacturer’s warranty. The Precor EFX 5.17i Elliptical CrossTrainer makes it easy to stay with your exercise routine and reap the benefits of a life in motion. The 5.17i CrossRamp angle adjusts from 12 to 25 degrees, altering the height of the elliptical path. Called Variable Stride Geometry, this allows you to focus on a specific lower body muscle group, or all major lower body muscle groups. The 5.17i offers...more
[2] ... Product Description | Natural motion meets ingenuity with the Precor EFX 5.17i elliptical crosstrainer. The EFX 5.17i is outfitted with Precor's CrossRamp technology, which is fully adjustable from 12 to 25 degrees. This helps the crosstrainer efficiently isolate and work your glutes, quads, hamstrings, and calves, a key to effective aerobic exercise. In fact, studies indicate that elliptical crosstrainers yield greater lower-body benefits than stairclimbers, stationary bikes, or treadmills, making them ideal...more
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