BMI (Body Mass Index) - BMI is a tool for indicating weight status in adults.1 It is a measure of weight for height. For adults over 20 years old, BMI falls into one of the following categories:
Below 18.5 Underweight
18.5 - 24.9 Normal
25.0 - 29.9 Overweight
30.0 and Above Obese
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).
Caloric Density - energy value; number of kcals in a food
Natural Foods - unchanged; contain no additives
Plaque - fatty deposits on the interior of artery walls
Ballistic stretching - see Stretching, ballistic
Diet - the food and drink a person or animal consumes in their normal life. Also refers to an eating plan for medical reasons or as a measure to promote weight loss
Fat Grams - a measure the fat content of a food. One gram of fat = 9 kCalories.
Hormones - chemical messenger substances in the body that are released into the blood from one location and that bind to target tissues at other locations and elicit specific responses. Insulin is a hormone
Ligament - a flexible, non-elastic tissue that connects bone to bone. Ligament injuries can be sprains or tears
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
Trapezius or "traps" - the triangular muscles stretching across your back from the spine to the shoulder blades and collarbone. Its used to "shrug" your shoulders
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Altus Athletic 20-Pound Standard Ankle / Wrist Weights
Feature: ... Use For Walking, Sport Training, Rehab; Adjustable - One Size Fits Most; Durable Nylon Construction; Adjustable Weight Packets; Download Multiple Exercise Routines ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2010-07-01 Summary: Very Professional Weight Set, Good Quality! ... Arrived very safely from Amazon.com packaging. Weights are quite professional, and will definitely help me work out and get in shape! Very pleased with my purchase! ...more
[2] Rating: 4 Date: 2010-05-27 Summary: Better than Veleo ... I used to have ankle weights with iron bars in them, the iron bars hurt my ankles and so when they wore out I got Valeo Adjustable Ankle/Wrist Weights, 20 lb. Combined Weight, Pair. They wore out in 14 months. I just got these weights, so it's an initial impression, but: 1. Easier to put on and take off with a single buckle instead of the dual D-rings of the Valeo weights. 2. Coarser nylon material than the Valeo weights. Hope it will last longer. The extra friction helps prevent sliding, though not quite as comfortable ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | Adjustable ankle and wrist weights with durable nylon construction and adjustable weight packets to add or remove total weight. Total of twenty pounds per set - or a maximum of ten pounds per single weight unit....more
Circuit7 Free Weights DVD - Circuit Training Dumbbell Workout
Feature: ... Efficient circuit training using just free weights; Access to individual free weight exercises; Safety instructions and sample meal plan; Health Quiz and much more; 7 minute beginner and advaned workout routine ...more
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Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | Michelle Jeanpierre's Circuit7 is a highly effective full-body circuit training routine. Isolate and tone individual muscles, increase your cardio endurance and burn fat using only free weights. By employing the vertical progression technique, Circuit7 Free Weights provides the most efficient workout possible in just 7 minutes....more
Valeo HW2 2-Pound Neoprene Hand Weights
Feature: ... Pair of 2-pound neoprene hand weights; Coated with nonslip neoprene material; Help improve muscle tone and core strength; Includes exercise wall chart demonstrating form; Ideal for curls, tricep extensions, and more ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2010-05-14 Summary: nice texture and super cute! :) ... These weights have a nice texture and grip to them. Cute color too. Awesome! :) Gonna have to get the 3 lb ones now. ...more
[2] Rating: 4 Date: 2010-05-06 Summary: Nice weights for exercise classes ... Package came promptly and was well-packed to prevent any damage on other items. My wife loves these and says the weight is perfect for her excercise class. The weights are easy to hold. Perfect texture and grip size. The only improvement I can suggest would be to make the ends "edged" (instead of rounded) to help prevent them from rolling everywhere while driving. Otherwise, you could just put them in a gym bag. ...more
Editorial Reviews — [1] ... Product Description | Neoprene coated hand weights come complete with 2 weights and an exercise wall chart. The neoprene coating provides a comfortable non-slip grip. Weights help improve muscle tone and core strength and they enhance all aerobic exercise and fitness training....more
[2] ... Product Description | Tone your muscles without heading to the gym day after day with the Valeo HW2 2-pound neoprene hand weights. Each hand weight is coated with colorful neoprene, which provides a comfortable nonslip grip whether you're performing curls, tricep extensions, flies, or a host of other exercises. The weights help you improve your muscle tone and core strength, while also enhancing your aerobic exercises and fitness training. The HW2 weights come with an exercise wall chart that demonstrates the...more
Valeo AW5 5-Pound Adjustable Ankle / Wrist Weights
Feature: ... Removable wieght packs for adjustment from 1-5 pounds; Adjustable metal d-ring closure system allows weights to be worn on either ankles or wrists; Soft padding provides extra comfort; Packaged in pairs, 5-pounds total weight ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 4 Date: 2010-07-28 Summary: Good ... I have a hard time with them turning and the metal on the bracket digging into my ankle but it's probably just me. ...more
[2] Rating: 4 Date: 2010-05-25 Summary: Effective ... The ankle weights are helpful. Some confusion about the weights of each unit. We thought each bag was one pound, but it is 1/2 pound, which actually suited us better. The velcro is very hard to release, which would be needed if used for walking or running. It is a little frustrating when only used for lifting and old fingers find removing difficult. Overall we are satisfied and they are effective. ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | Valeo's 5 pound adjustable ankle/wrist weights have removable weight packs for adjustment from 1-5 pounds. Adjustable metal d-ring closure system allows weights to be worn on either ankles or wrists. Soft padding provides extra comfort. Packaged in pairs....more
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