As winter approaches you may find that your regular morning or evening walk, jog, run or hike may now be taking place in the dark. No matter what activity it is you enjoy breaking a sweat to, safety precautions should always be taken into consideration. The iSafe bag (www.isafebags.com) is the first- ever waist pack equipped with a lightweight, mobile security alarm system. The iSafe alarm is easy to activate when needed. If the wearer feels he or she is being followed or threatened or there is a medical emergency, a quick tug on the activation pin sets off an loud audible alarm and LED flashing lights.
The alarm can quickly be silenced and reset by replacing the pin, making it reusable many times over. The waist pack is great for carrying keys, cash, identification, snacks, water, iPods and phones, the perfect combination of safety, convenience and storage.
Pure Inventions Green Teas and Fruit Extracts are convenient, calorie-free, great tasting and loaded with health benefits. The teas mix instantly into hot or cold water and come in 2 ounce, 60-serving bottles, great for traveling, heading to the gym or for tea breaks any time of the day. The teas are available in six flavors, including raspberry, peach and vanilla, and a single serving gives the benefit of 16 cups of green tea. The Fruit Extracts come in three varieties: Pomegranate-Acai Berry, Cranberry-Elderberry and Blueberry with White Tea. All products are caffeine, sugar and gluten-free, high in antioxidants and a great way to boost daily water intake. Antioxidants help fight free-radical damage, boost immunity and energy, keep skin healthy and help manage weight. pureinventionstea.com
For less than $25, Gaiam offers the Easy Balance Fitness Ball Kit. This inflatable peanut-shaped anti-burst fitness ball is specially designed to provide better control, balance and form, resulting in quicker results. It comes with a DVD that includes two 10-min workouts: "Total Body Toning" and "Strength Conditioning," plus a bonus abs workout: "Abs from Every Angle." Ball pump is included.
Exercise balls come in industry-standard sizes: 55 cm, 65 cm and 75 cm. These sizes indicate the height or diameter of the ball when fully inflated, and are designed to ensure ideal ergonomics and body alignment for specific body heights. For more information and to choose the right size ball for your height, visit shopgaiam.com.
Hula hooping isn't just for kids anymore! A great way to burn extra calories, this fun activity helps to strengthen the midsection and is perfect for those who need to adhere to a no impact exercise program. A 150-pound person hula-hooping for just 10 minutes burns 44 calories. Visit hoopnotica.com for the latest trends and products.
Marjie Gilliam is an International Sports Sciences master certified personal trainer and fitness consultant. She owns Custom Fitness Personal Training Services. Write to her in care of the Dayton Daily News, call her at (937) 878-9018 or send email to marjie@ohtrainer.com. Her website is www.ohtrainer.com.
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