Sports Fitness Equipment to Consider

For those who are overweight and out of shape, sports fitness equipment is one of the greatest gifts you'll ever purchase. An exercise routine focused on cardio workouts can help you live longer, look better and feel better. It's all about heart health. It is never too late to get started on a fitness routine.

Cardiovascular workouts are important in any fitness program. Sports fitness equipment focused can be set at a rate to match each individual's needs. Equipment is designed to get the body to pump more oxygen into the heart muscles where it is used to burn fat and carbs.

Prior to purchasing any sports fitness equipment, make sure you have all the necessary accessories. Invest in a good pair of training shoes. In addition, make sure you have a jump rope and a legitimate training program for your body. There are many valid training DVDs on the market. If you can't decide on one, ask a professional for advice or rely on a familiar name brand.

When it comes to equipment, most traditional fitness programs use a treadmill. It easily adapts to each person's ability level by adjusting speed and the level of incline. Walking, jogging or running promotes cardio health and a basic treadmill does all three. High-end treadmills add other gadgets like training software programs, multi-media systems and enhanced computer technology.

An elliptical cross trainer is a popular and effective piece of sports fitness equipment. Not only do elliptical provide a good cardio workout, they also give a good full body routine. While legs stride back and forth, arms also pull against the tension.

A stepper works more on lower body than on cardio but upper body movement can be added. Some steppers feature stationary arms while some allow back and forth arm movement providing more resistance. Newer sports fitness equipment based on stepping machines feature ladders and hand grips incorporating the entire body.

Another staple in the gym, a rowing machine offers an excellent cardio and full body workout. The motion of rowing requires striding of arms and legs. The rate of tension and speed of movement can be adjusted to adapt to each person. Newer machines features cutting edge computerized programs to fit ability levels and individual needs.

Versions of bicycles play an important role in fitness. Stationary and recumbent bikes continue to grow in popularity as many community centers feature organized classes. Stationary bikes remain a good source of exercise. Like most equipment, high-end models offer extras like computerized programs, a sound system with TV and music player and a wide array of settings. Recumbent bikes allow those with physical challenges to get back into an exercise routine.

Gina Ostarly Hot Female Fitness

This beautiful lady is fitness model Gina Ostarly.
Gina was born and raised in New Orleans, but now lives in Florida with her husband and three children.
That's right, three children.
And she's forty.
Yes...forty.

Here again is a lady that you can look to for inspiration and to see that you can do whatever you put your mind to.
I mean really, just look at her!
And Gina is a very busy lady.

She's a gym owner, personal trainer, fitness and swimsuit model and makeup artist.

Contest History:
2007 NPC Gaspari Nutrition Jr. USA Bodybuilding, Fitness and Figure Championships - 11th place
2007 NPC Junior Nationals Bodybuilding, Fitness And Figure Contest - 8th place
2007 NPC Team Universe Bodybuilding, Fitness And Figure Championships - 15th place
2009 NPC Jr. USA Bodybuilding, Fitness, Figure & Bikini Championships - 9th place

Bikini Fitness Model Alessandra Ambrosio

Alessandra Ambrosio bikini shot
Dry Flowing Hair

The temperature may be low but this is the time for those hot bikini shoots.

It maybe January but Spring Break is just a few month away.

We can always daydream about the summer or for us snow bunnies, manage to get away from the cold to a warm, sunny beach.

If we need an incentive to go to the gym and work out during these cold months, just take a look of these bikini pictures of Alessandra Ambrosio during a photo shoot in Mauritius in the Mascarene Islands for Victoria's Secret.

Alessandra Ambrosio bikini shot
Wet Hair Look

Alessandra Ambrosio looked super sexy in this aqua marine bikini top with pink flower petal designs and bikini bottom with ring tied.

Whether flinging her golden streaked hair to the wind or presenting a very wet hairdo look, one must admit that she is truly a stunning model.

It's only been 5 month since Ambrosio gave birth to a beautiful 6.3 lbs. baby girl Anja Louise last August and she managed to get rid of all the baby fat by working out.

In fact, she was in tip top shape for Victoria's Secret annual fashion show which taped in November, 2008, less than three month after giving birth.

Victoria's Secret Binkini Model runs through water

Ambrosio has appeared in all the Victoria's Secret Fashion Shows since 2000.

Her most famous walk down the run for Victoria's Secret occurred in 2005 when she was wearing lingerie made entirely out of candy.

Her former roommates were also top Victoria's Secret model Gisele Bundchen and Adriana Lima.

In additional to her multimillion dollar Victoria's Secret contract, Alessandra also models for Armani Exchange and Next U.K.

According to Forbes magazine, Alessandra Ambrosio ranked fifth on the top 10 richest supermodels list with earnings of over $6 million.

Ambrosio is also a designer with her own line Sais by Alessandra Ambrosio.

So take a good look at Ambrosio fit and trim bikini body, and then head to your favorite gym. Remember, summer is just a few months away.