Exercise Equipment Steve Iafrate

Heart Rate Monitor A little device that detects your heart rate You can use a heart rate monitor while you exercise You can also use the heart rate monitor to keep track of time Used by runners across the country

Heart Rate Monitor Continued A very valuable tool for someone with a bad heart who wants to exercise The Heart rate monitor is easy to run with and wont interfere with your workout You can buy a heart rate monitor at any outdoor or sporting good store Heart Rate monitors range from $30.00-$90.00

Exercise Bike A stationary bike that you ride as a workout Can be adjusted for the individuals need The exercise bike gives the customer a great workout Helps with heart monitoring and calorie count You can use the exercise bike at a gym or even in your own home

Exercise Bike Continued The exercise bike has different levels that can be adjusted manually Easy to use for any age group You can purchase an exercise bike at sporting good stores or online The Prices vary from $240-$500 for a exercise bike

Run Tracker App A Application on your phone that can track your fitness activity A cheap and easy way to keep track of your workouts Counts your calories and keeps charts of your activity An essential tool for a runner who wants to keep a log of their workouts

Run Tracker Continued The Run track application also tracks your distance and pace Great way for PE teachers to keep track of their students progress You can purchase this App by downloading it at the App store The price range for this App is $0-$5.00

Ankle Bands A small band designed to rehab or workout your hips Goes around your ankle and creates resistance against your hips Ankle bands are a great workout for athletes Used by professional sports teams

Ankle Bands Continued Ankle Bands are a cheap way to exercise They are used in gyms across the country Ankle Bands can be purchased at Sporting good stores, or online The price ranges from $5.00-$10.00

Bowflex A universal exercising machine that offers a variety of training exercises The Bowflex allows you to train different muscles Replaces having to buy expensive weights It is an easy to use machine Does not take up much room You can purchase the Bowflex online or at sporting good stores The cost of a Bowflex is about $1000

Conclusion Based on the above equipment, I believe that there are easier and more convenient ways to stay in shape Some exercise equipment can be expensive and a hassle to use Buying cheaper and easier to use equipment will save you time, money and stress New equipment technology will enhance students understanding of fitness by being easier to use The students and faculty will appreciate having cheaper and easier to use equipment at their disposal