General Tips for Buying Exercise Equipment

• Determine your goals. Look for a program that fits your needs.
• Will you really use exercise equipment? Before you buy, prove to yourself that you’re ready to stick to an ongoing fitness program.
• No piece of equipment can help you spot reduce. There is no such thing as “spot reducing,” since you can not burn fat off a particular part of your body.
• Be aware of outrageous claims. Claims that promise “easy” or effortless” results are false.
• Check the fine print. Look for tipoffs that getting the “advertised results” requires more than just using the machine.
• Try equipment before you buy. Get details on warranties, guarantees, return policies, and customer service.