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Leg Squeezing Socks Reduce Foot Fatigue On The Job


Leg Squeezing Socks Reduce Foot Fatigue On The Job
Jobs that force workers to stand for long periods of time can cause feet to swell, resulting in localized pain and general fatigue. Slim Walk socks address the issue by gradually constricting the foot and lower leg as you walk and while you work.

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Body Check Ball: Fitness Info In The Palm Of Your Hand


Get the scoop on how fit (or not) you are by simply holding a ball. The Body Check Ball is a great accessory for the fitness nut in all of us.

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High Alzheimer's Risk For Those With Atrial Fibrillation


Boomers and younger generations are terrified of getting Alzheimer's disease, so it's a good thing that scientists are focusing on it and learning more about its causes and possible preventative measures.  It is with this in mind that I share the following -- not to frighten you, but to pass on information that can help you get medical assistance if and when you need it.

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Running Through Rome: Sight Jogging’s Unique, Fast-Paced Sight Seeing Tours Keep Tourists Active


Sometimes tourists complain that sight seeing tours are too slow paced; often due to the size of the group, people on group tours find they just can't take in all the historical sights and attractions they'd like to see during that vacation. A new company, Sight Jogging, took the slow-paced tourism complaints literally, and offered their own unique form of historical sight seeing action with jogging tours.

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Taga Allows You To Easily Bike Anywhere With Your Children


The Taga is a versatile bike-stroller that allows you to take one or two of your children for a ride. The bike converts into a standard stroller and folds up for transport.

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Alzheimer's Risk Indicator For People Over 65 Proposed By New Study


Though the research needs to be validated with further studies, a new study published in the online issue of Neurology today, proposes a 15 point scale to identify persons at risk for Alzheimer's disease, if they are over 65 years old.

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Take A Relaxing Bike Ride And Let Gruber Do The Pedaling


Remember when you were a kid and dreamed of a bike that could pedal itself? Gruber Assist is just that. Almost.

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Get Workout Tips from StrongestMan.org


Summer is just around the corner!  Are you ready to show off that beach body yet?  If you're still getting around to developing that perfect six pack of abs, you may want to consider StrongestMan.org for a little information.  The site has a graphical interface that lets users select workouts by muscle area, and pulls routines from sources likw WikiHow and Del.icio.us to give you what you're looking for.

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Bike Boombox: The Podio


The Podio offers a simple, sleek wireless music solution for any bicycle. Download your favorite tunes, strap it to your handlebars and you have all the music you need sans annoying headphone wires slapping your face.

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Bizarre Weight Loss Solution Lifts, Separates, Disturbs


Bizarre Belt Weight Loss Solution Lifts, Separates, Disturbs
Overweight in Japan and not a Sumo wrestler? Not to worry, there's a new weight loss solution that's easy to wear but hard to look at: the bizarre Boneless Belt. 

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Mom, Do Your Balls Recharge? More Earth Friendly Gifts For Mom


Shouldn't every day be Mother's Day? Mother's everywhere will probably shout, "Yes!" This year show your mom how much she is appreciated. Then help her relax with gifts like the unique earth friendly gifts ideas below. 

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Stationary Bike Blender: Have Your Morning Workout and Drink It Too


The Stationary Bike Blender delivers an effective morning workout and breakfast all at once.

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Exercise Your Mind At Brain Fitness Gym Vibrant Brains


With today's health trends, people of all ages and all lifestyles hit the gym multiple times a week. But, while we're so concerned about exercising our bodies to meet today's aesthetic standards, we forget about our minds and strengthening them in the now and for the future. A new San Francisco based business is trying to bring brain activity into the mainstream, by offering a fitness gym called Vibrant Brains. Created with Baby Boomers in mind, the brain gym can help keep minds sharp today and prevents the onset of mental impairments in the future.

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Pumgo: Stairmaster Meets Scooter


Kind of a scooter, kind of a bike and kind of a stairmaster, the Pumgo is all about exercise.

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All Boxed Up: The Fitness Cube Keeps Your Home From Looking Like A Gym


Most of us don't have a special space for a real home gym, but the Fitness Cube, by the French fitness club and gym equipment/sports clothing manufacturer, Domyos, is clearly made for those small home and apartment dwellers who want everything in a home gym without having it take over our living spaces.

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Swim Guard Lifesaver Vest: Big Protection, Small Package


The Swim Guard Lifesaver vest offers all the protection of a traditional life vest, but keeps it wrapped up in a sleek, form-fitting package.

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Survival Straps: Paracord Fashion For The Paranoid Survivalist


Everywhere we go, my husband always feels that he should have at least 6 feet of rope on hand "just in case". What that just in case is, I can never be sure, but I roll my eyes and tell him not to be ridiculous because rope just isn't something that's convenient to pack and carry with us. Someone has been listening in, because now a line of jewelry, called Survival Straps make sure that you always have a sufficient amount of paracord to handle any survival situation and they're awfully fashionable!

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Scarpar--Motorized Skateboard That Rides Anything


The Scarpar motorized skateboard rides everything from snow to pavement to dirt.

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Hypoxic Response Is One Key To Age Related Disease And Longevity


Research conducted at the University of Washington, and published in the April 16, 2009 issue of Science, uncovered a new pathway by which the hypoxic response can occur... the regulation of a protein called proteasome.

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RealRyder ABF8 Takes Exercise Bikes to the Next Level


Other exercise bikes just pedal, but the RealRyder ABF8 allows you to steer, lean and balance just like an actual bicycle. The enhanced simulation provides a better, more-engaging workout.

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