The Lifecore LC-850RB ultra-compact recumbent exercise bike is the a decent model and takes up very little space.  I live in an apartment and I have one in my home.  It fits perfect in the corner of the family room facing the television.  It’s not in the way and offers the same type of workout that you would get on larger bikes that are bulky and take up lots of space.  It measures 42 by 42 by 25, but is still pretty heavy at 108 lbs as it is an exercise bike.    The L850RB offers levels with options for everything from easy warm-up and cool-down intervals to challenging uphill sections. It has 16 levels of magnetic resistance, 12 preset programs (including four heart rate programs), and five separate user profiles and has a large LCD display.  This machine has a slide seat track, contact heart rate handlebars and quick-release pedals.   I like the fact that it has so many options unlike my last bike and I feel as if I’ve gotten a great workout when I’m done. 

Being stuck in traffic is a real pain. Not only can it ruin what could have been the start of a great day, but it also raises blood pressure and triples heart attack risk. It’s not small talk but a valid medical query.  There are other surprising times and situations heart attack chances rise dramatically. If you or someone you know has a history of heart trouble, here’s when to be watchful.

1. First thing in the morning

Harvard researchers estimate that the risk of heart attack increases 40% in the morning,

There are some good deals out there on treadmills and the Horizon T93 treadmill is one of them. It competes in the very competitive $1,000 price range.

Tolerating lots of use from power walkers and light joggers, this treadmill has a 2.5 hp continuous-duty motor. Just be sure to watch out for the maximum weight limit. The manufacturer states that this machine can handle up to 325 pounds, but it probably will not stand up to that much weight for long. This treadmill probably should not be used for users who weigh more than 230 pounds.

It is nice to have a good-looking treadmill with all the bells and whistles. The Horizon T103 treadmill is just that.  Adding a splash of color that is soothing and pleasing to the eye is the blue backlit LCD display windows. All the glitz and glam is great, but what kind of quality can you expect out of the T103 treadmill?

That Horizon T103, compared to the Horizon T101 and T102 models, is a little sturdier and a little more durable.  It should be at least a little higher quality than the other two treadmills, since it costs more! The Horizon T103 has a more powerful motor, a higher maximum user weight capacity, more built-in workout programs, and a longer warranty on parts.

Over the past several years, I have purchased a few exercise machines and the Lifecore LC-985VG Elliptical Trainer is by far the best machine I’ve owned.  It is lightweight and quiet and much smaller than other equipment I’ve owned and I can move it from room to room.  It’s also quiet which is a VERY nice feature. 

As I was trying to assemble it, I realized there was a missing part so I called customer service and they had the part shipped right away.  The representative was knowledgeable and friendly and had the part delivered to my door with 4 days!  I was definitely impressed with their outstanding customer service.  When I did receive the part, it took me about an hour to assemble with a friend and it was pretty simple.