Muscle memory: A long break from exercise has little impact on strength

Consistency is always the focus of exercise plans, which can lead people to giving up altogether if they miss a few workouts. But a new study has found that even after a 10-week break from strength training, it took people very little time to get back … Continue reading Muscle memory: A long break from exercise has little impact on strength

Muscle memory: A long break from exercise has little impact on strength

Consistency is always the focus of exercise plans, which can lead people to giving up altogether if they miss a few workouts. But a new study has found that even after a 10-week break from strength training, it took people very little time to get back … Continue reading Muscle memory: A long break from exercise has little impact on strength

Runner-tracking treadmill matches its speed to its user’s pace

Although treadmills do let you vary your running speed, you have to repeatedly reach down and hit the controls in order to do so. The Kickr Run offers a more natural hands-free alternative, in that it automatically adjusts its belt speed to match your … Continue reading Runner-tracking treadmill matches its speed to its user’s pace

Sub-$100 system uses your dumbbells for cable-machine weight training

While cable machines do allow users to perform a wide variety of weight training exercises, the devices can cost up to several thousand dollars. The $75 Hyperbell Cable system, however, reportedly lets you do those same exercises using your existing du… Continue reading Sub-$100 system uses your dumbbells for cable-machine weight training

Data breach at Total Fitness exposed almost half a million people’s photos – no password required

UK-based gym chain Total Fitness has been accused of sloppy security, following the discovery of an unsecured database containing the images of 470,000 members and staff – all accessible to anyone on the internet, no password required.

Read more in … Continue reading Data breach at Total Fitness exposed almost half a million people’s photos – no password required

Pedal-powered propeller accelerates swimmers through the water

I can’t say I’ve seen anything like this “underwater mobility device” before. The idea is simple enough; you extend the Seabike’s pole to the appropriate length, then strap it to your waist with a belt. Then you find the pedals with your feet, and star… Continue reading Pedal-powered propeller accelerates swimmers through the water