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There are so many heart rate monitors on the market all offering different functions it is often hard to know which is most important and which one to buy.

Using a heart rate monitor correctly will help any exerciser get maximum results from his training sessions.

The Garmin Forerunner 50 offers an excellent introduction to the measurements of speed, distance and heart rate during exercise.

Professionals depend on Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) at the bedside of laboring women in hospitals everywhere. But anyone can make sense of the numbers and graphs.

These gift ideas include some of the essentials needed for those who enjoy going to the gym and trying their best to live a healthy lifestyle.

The Garmin Edge 705 is a GPS-enabled super cycle computer designed for fitness training and is the perfect Valentine's Day gift for cycling enthusiasts.

There are four different heart rate training zones but what do they mean and which one should be chosen?

Do you have an irregular heartbeat? Does the doctor recommend a pacemaker? Here are the basics. You'll be glad to know it's not your grandfather's pacemaker anymore.

Clothing and accessories make great holiday gifts for runners. Choose name brands like Garmin and Under Armour, or go with new offerings from Tiger Tail and Qtease.

Thoughtful gifts for runners and walkers include gadgets to enhance their training and books, magazines and gift certificates that help them stay motivated.

There are quality treadmills available in all price ranges. Nordic Track, Horizon Fitness and LifeSpan are just a few.

Looking for a home rowing machine offering a total body workout at a good price? The Kettler Coach rower is a well built home exercise machine with heart rate monitor.

Doing the right kind of physical activity is important for everyone, particularly those with diabetes.

The Edge 705 is Garmin's top of the range GPS-enabled device designed specifically for cycle training and route mapping. Here's a review of this super cycle computer.

One of the most common New Year's resolutions is to take up exercise programs to get fit and lose weight. Here's some tips to help stick to the exercise programs.

From training to race-day advice, everything a beginner runner needs to know about how to successfully run their first 5K race.

How to train for a marathon; discusses mileage build-up with the 10% rule, cross-training, hillwork, speedwork, weekly long runs, hydration, weight training, and more.

The science behind the low impact fat burning versus high impact calorie burning debate -- which one is best?

As a beginner exerciser, don't get bogged down with technical terms and equipment. Learn what basic items you'll need to get started to walk, run, hike, bike and swim.

An appropriate gift is always received with thanks. If buying for a sports loving man, a little thought and research can result in the perfect gift being purchased.

Who wouldn't want to take off 10 pounds of fat and put on eight pounds of muscle in the course of just five weeks?

Discover this season's top holiday gifts for men, Christmas gifts for men of all ages, and cool gifts for guys who have everything.

Whether you've been running for awhile or have just taken up the sport, knowing what you need to buy can be a daunting task. Here are some pointers for picking good gear.

The elliptical trainer is big with those who want an effective workout with less joint stress. Now there are ways to use the machine to bump up your fitness quickly.

Put a smile on a cyclist's face this Christmas with this pick of cool cycling gifts. Choose one of the latest biking gadgets for training or some new luxury bike gear.

Toronto native Joel Zimmerman has become one of the most sought after remixers, and now he has followed up that success with his first album.

Complicated diets and rigorous exercise regimens can make losing weight and maintaining a healthy lifestyle appear hard. The truth is that losing weight is easy.

Fetal Monitoring is one way to check to see how well your baby is doing during labor and birth. Types of monitoring can vary so find out more about your options.

Serious runners will enjoy running themed gifts for birthdays, Christmas, Hanukah, and other holidays.

This Christmas season, why not give healthy holiday gifts that encourage healthy eating, exercise and relaxation? Healthy holiday gifts are both useful and appreciated.

According to a recent study, high intensity interval training is more effective for fat loss than lower intensity cardiovascular exercise.

A home treadmill is a big purchase. Here are some factors to consider when choosing a home treadmill.

The target heart rate zone is the heart rate range considered to be most favourable for improving aerobic fitness. This range can be worked out using a simple formula.

There are many advantages and disadvantages to running indoors on a treadmill and outdoors on the streets but is one really better than the other?

The P90X system developed by Tony Horton, professional trainer, is a total fitness plan including 12 extreme training routines and a low-fat, high protien nutrition plan.

Stay motivated in your weight loss efforts by giving yourself small rewards throughout the process. Break your goals down into smaller, more manageable chunks.

Rowing machines have different resistance mechanisms, control panels and other features. Here's how to choose.

Don't let safety or health issues stop you from cycling, a lifetime sport. Here are answers to problems seniors and boomers have pedaling to fitness and happiness

Mellen-Thomas Benedict returns from a near-death experience with revelations about the need to move beyond polarities towards the "Big Picture."

Many people buy home exercise machines to get fit or lose weight. Here's some advice on buying home fitness equipment whether an exercise bike, indoor rower or treadmill.

Women are different from men, we all know that. But there are some dramatic differences between the sexes that make it much more difficult for women to lose weight.

Anyone pressed for time with exercise, or just looking for some new cardio routines to change things up can get a lot of benefits in a 15 minute workout.

Where there is a survey and discussion, is there help for the horse? The plight of unwanted Thoroughbreds and other working equines grows dimmer as concerns expand.

A heart rate is a vital sign that is useful in determining the general health of a patient.

What you get for your money when buying inexpensive treadmills, exercise bikes and elliptical trainers for a home gym.

Impress and surprise a girlfriend with some great gift ideas. Get her a thoughtful gift to make this coming Valentine's Day, her birthday or a special occasion memorable.