Working your workout
Combining work and fitness a cinch with good gear
Let’s face it — it’s not always easy to get out of the house to work out. Driving to a gym, heading out on a bike ride or going climbing are all fun ways to get sweaty, but when the kids are asleep or the weather is wild, an indoor workout can still, well, work out.
LifeSpan treadmill desk,
$1,299
For those who work at home, this is a cool product to keep moving. The treadmill desk supports a laptop and printer, and there is no contact between the handlebar and walking surface, reducing vibration. The walking tread is extra-wide to allow for drifting when your mind is on your work.
— lifespanfitness.com
Metolius project board,
$54.95
Work out your arm, shoulder, chest and back muscles with this training board.
It was designed for the climbing world, but it provides a great workout for anyone looking to increase upper body strength. Mount the board on an overhead beam, put your fingers in the array of holds and pull up.
— metoliusclimbing.com
Limited edition Manduka PRO — Black Ember, $104
The No. 1 mat used by teachers worldwide is the Manduka PRO.
This season, Manduka created a limited edition, two-toned mat called Black Ember It’s 1/4-inch thick and comes with a lifetime warranty. Push your downward dog a bit further with this comfy mat that’s also helpfully sticky.
— manduka.com
Lifespan S4 indoor bike,
$999
This is a commercial-quality indoor bike.
Instead of being sedentary while watching TV, you can have a slow-burn workout.
Or, consider taking it up a notch or three with the resistance knob which allows exercisers to simulate valleys and hills.
— lifespanfitness.com