Looking for a specific fitness term or exercise? Use our fitness glossary below by clicking on a letter of the alphabet, or by simply scrolling through the glossary. If you can't find the term you're looking for or if you have suggestions for additional terms, contact us!
Resource Center Articles
-
-
For a lot of people, the goal of working out daily and staying in shape sounds wonderful, but the motivation isn't always there. And that's exactly where social media can play a helpful role.
We aren't just talking about checking in on Facebook when you're at the gym, either. The truth is that social media can do a lot for the casual exerciser to help them stay motivated, from turning fitness progress into a game to becoming part of a community.
-
Ellipticals are growing in popularity in gyms, and they're a great choice for home use as well. Thanks to their design, ellipticals used properly can offer a more effective workout than other types of gym equipment, like treadmills and stationary bikes. The health benefits of ellipticals are even more pronounced when you buy a high-quality brand that's designed for maximum effectiveness.
-
Since our first Workout Wednesday post focused on the lower body, it only makes sense that this week we focus on the upper body. These workouts – the seated pulldown, the seated incline press, the single arm dumbbell row, and the dumbbell overhead press – will help to strengthen your upper back, chest and shoulders.
-
Newly-retired President Paul Byrne has taken Precor from a $20 million to a $400 million fitness equipment maker. As Byrne steps down and Rob Barker takes over as president, both discussed the growth of the company and the future of the fitness industry with a local Seattle television station. "Stepping away will be difficult, but I'm very proud of what we've been able to accomplish here," Byrne said.
-
Looking to strengthen and tone your lower body? Then our very first Workout Wednesday post is right up your alley. Each of these four workouts – the leg extension, leg press, dumbbell front squat, and dumbbell step-up – should consist of at least two sets and, altogether, take you somewhere around 20 minutes to complete. Based on your fitness level, make your workout shorter or longer by adjusting the number of repetitions. Happy workout!
-
Whether you’re looking to reduce anxiety and stress or lower the number on that scale (or a little bit of both), fitness has the power to transform the way we live, look and feel. Fitness is powerful--especially when implementing a consistent and well-rounded fitness program. Cardiovascular workouts like running or cycling are a great place to start, but the greatest health and weight loss benefits can be found by incorporating strength training.
-
You've worked your gluteus maximus off for those Preva® badges, so why not show them off to the rest of the world? Whether you want to share your badges with your Facebook friends or Twitter followers, it's really simple. Here's our step-by-step guide showing you how.
-
As summer says goodbye, our Fall Into Fitness Sale (on now through September 8th) is here to help keep you fit and healthy in the comfort of your own home. But we're not just offering great deals on our ellipticals, strength equipment and treadmills.
-
Here at Precor, we're so excited about our Summer Shape Up Sale (on now through July 7th) that we decided to give away one of our award-winning 9.31 Treadmills. We made the giveaway easy to enter so you'll have more time for summertime fitness. You can gain multiple entries with the click of your mouse by:
-
The low cost gym segment isn’t a new one – it’s been around for decades. Nevertheless, it’s important to understand the appeal it has to consumers. There are at least six underlying factors that have driven the growth of this segment.
-
Join us for a Webinar on March 13
Space is limited.
Reserve your Webinar seat now at: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/455562426
-
Technology is changing the way we view fitness and health experiences. The ability to track one’s physical activity both in and out of the gym is helping empower people to make better informed decisions about their fitness goals.
-
Adapted from “Smart Fitness Technology” by Rachel Zabonick, Club Solutions Magazine
-
You can picture the scene: Rows of strength equipment that looks tailor-made for body builders.
Some of it appears more medieval than welcoming to members who want to incorporate strength training into their fitness routine. Combine it with a posse of thick-necked behemoths muscling through strength training sets and it’s enough to frighten off even the boldest of your members.
-
“Wow!” You’ve probably heard it uttered by someone trying out the new Precor Adaptive Motion Trainer® (AMT) with Open Stride. We’ve been hearing it since the day it was first introduced. Our previous AMTs redefined elliptical exercise, but when people take a few strides on our new AMT with Open Stride, most simply exclaim, “Wow.”
-
An increasing number of exercisers just don’t do fitness anymore, they live it. They’re using technology to monitor miles run, steps taken, calories burned, and goals met. They’re counting on exercise equipment, mobile apps, and other tech tools to follow their fitness plans online, even allow them to read and be entertained as they work out.
