ActiveForever and Laser Gym Present Core Laser Pro for Physical Therapy

Posted on 21 May, 2013 by activeforever

The Core Laser Pro Exercise System Offers a Solution for Lower Back Pain, Balance Training and Athletic Performance.

By Nicole Girard

Scottsdale, AZ, May 21, 2013– Responding to demand from physical therapists and chiropractors, Laser Gym has introduced a professional version of its Core Laser Exercise System. This is a revolutionary laser therapy device that relieves back pain, improves balance, flexibility and core strength by encouraging targeted hip gyrations.

“This institutional Core Laser design was motivated due to many requests from health care professionals for an adjustable unit to accommodate the various heights and body types of different patients,” says Laser Gym Executive Vice President Ryan Jeffrey. “Core Laser Pro requires minimal space and takes less than a minute to assemble.”

As with the original Core Laser Home, the professional version works through what Jeffrey calls “direct visual feedback” training. Using a laser attached to an adjustable belt, a user stands in front of a target and traces lines and patterns via dynamic pelvic tilts and twists. Patients see and feel improvement in their flexibility and strength with just eight minutes of practice. The system is available at ActiveForever for $199.00

The Core Laser Pro differs in that it allows health care professionals to quickly and easily adjust the target, providing greater efficiency while requiring less space in a clinical setting. The Core Laser Pro, which includes an adjustable, free-standing Pro Target and professional carrying case, is available at ActiveForever for $599.99.

“We’ve already received very positive responses from our individual users, and from the major rehabilitation specialists and athletic trainers who rely on us to bring them the most effective and credible treatment and conditioning ideas,” says ActiveForever CEO, Erika Feinberg. “The Laser Core line is a perfect fit for our offering and audience. The demonstration videos on our website sum it up nicely, and specialists ‘get it’ just by seeing it in action.”

ActiveForever will accommodate any health care provider organizations with a Core Laser Pro educational demonstration.

About ActiveForever:

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ActiveForever offers the best choices in medical products, e-low vision devices/assistive technology, athletic performance and rehabilitation/healing devices, home-care equipment, travel, productivity and safety products for the home and workplace.

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More information can be found at www.ActiveForever.com.

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ActiveForever and Aquabilt: Celebrating a Decade of Success Together

Posted on 20 May, 2013 by activeforever

ActiveForever CEO, Erika Feinberg, knows a good product when she sees one. She was one of the first to believe in the revolutionary Aquabilt Aquatic Treadmill when it arrived on the scene roughly a decade ago.

During the cold winter months, when you’re not using you pool, bring the Aquabilt inside for use as a manual treadmill. $1,249.00

That show of support meant a lot to Aquabilt LLC owner, Robert Adley. He and Erika remain business allies to this day. He was recently made aware of Erika’s upcoming birthday celebration. We’d like to share with you his heartwarming message:

Erika Feinberg, representing ActiveForever, was one of the original five customers who saw the Aquabilt Underwater Treadmill when it was the first aquatic treadmill and believed it had a future.

In the first three years I was travelling around the country and working trade and home shows by myself, which can be a daunting way of life.

I recall very clearly a phone conversation I had with Erika in ’04. She asked if I was going to be at the Phoenix Home Show. When I said yes, she volunteered to work the booth with me.

As I recall, there was considerable interest in the product, which was still unknown to nearly everyone, but no sales at the show.

However, Erika was not discouraged by that result, and continued to support our product on the ActiveForever website.

Today we have nearly a decade-long business relationship. To me, that constitutes a meaningful level of support and loyalty which requires recognition. Aquabilt and I will be delighted to participate in Erika’s birthday celebration by providing ActiveForever with an Aquabilt Underwater Treadmill demo unit.

Thank you for making me aware of this event.

Best regards,

The Aquabilt Aquatic Treadmill model A-2000 is an aquatic exercise device that transforms your pool into a comprehensive workout system.

Robert Adley
Aquabilt LLC

Fitness Vibration Cure-All: Weight Loss, Arthritis, Circulation, Well-Being

Posted on 14 May, 2013 by activeforever

Vibrate Fitness and Vitality with Whole Body Vibration

Straight from the stars comes the last word in all-encompassing fitness and health: Whole Body Vibration or WBV.

Originally used for cosmonaut training, the craze spread quickly throughout Europe and Japan. The rest, as they say, is history. Vibration enthusiasts became hooked on the benefits. They began to experience increased circulation, range of motion and flexibility.

They appreciated the improvements in muscle strength, core conditioning and stability; not to mention the faster muscle recovery following a workout. Gyms and centers devoted entirely to Whole Body Vibration came to dominate the psyche of the fitness conscious public.

The Medvibe NitroFit Personal Whole Body Vibration Platform features 5 built-in workout programs and a blue LED control panel to track your pulse and body fat as you exercise. $999.00 with a $50 mail-in rebate!

Whole Body Vibration allows the user to take on less physical load when compared to weight lifting, yet achieve similar results in less time. During the workout, muscle tissues contract and relax thousands of times per second, providing unmatched fat burning efficiency. Risk of injury during the workout period is greatly reduced. Weight loss, muscle strength and tone increases during WBV due to the extreme stimulus your muscles must respond to each second.

Multiple reports and independent tests confirm that athletic performance increases when whole body vibration is used in conjunction with training exercises. Manufacturers say WBV is an excellent way for those who have health restrictions that keep them from exercising, such as Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease and some forms of Arthritis, to tone muscle and condition.

Whole Body Vibration Continued…

Uniband Resistance Bands for Enhanced Weight Lifting

Posted on 6 May, 2013 by activeforever

The Uniband Latex Free Resistance Bands from ActiveForever are excellent mobility/rehabilitation tools which can be used to enhance weight lifting and training exercises as well. Unibands are the only resistance bands made to withstand pool chemicals. They make a great and fun addition to any water aerobics session!

Unlike traditional weight training, in which the rate of exertion is lighter with the finishing motion, with Unibands, the resistance of the bands increases as they are stretched. Color-coded Unibands offer five different levels of resistance, from very light to very heavy.

$Uniband Latex Free Resistance Bands$

Uniband Latex Free Resistance Bands come with accessories to improve and enhance your strength training regimen! $75.99

The Uniband forces your muscles to speed up at the end of an exertion in order to overcome the resistance of the bands at the top of the movement. In this way muscles are really pushed to their capacity at a much greater rate than with regular weights. At the moment when traditional weights are lightening their load, the Unibands are really making those muscles work.This allows you to develop strength, tone and agility in all major muscle groups, as well as the minor groups that are normally neglected. When working out with resistance bands, the entire dynamic of the exercise is changed and enhanced.

Click here for resistance band exercises!

Core Strengthening and Coordination with Core Laser Pro Physical Therapy

Posted on 2 May, 2013 by activeforever

The best kept secret among professionals for vastly improved motor control, coordination and blood circulation in the shortest amount of time, is the Core Laser Pro Gym. This comprehensive clinical-grade core stabilization and rehabilitation therapy system from ActiveForever is truly making waves.

The Core Laser Pro Gym is a specialized and highly targeted rehabilitation and training system, developed by leading physical therapists and physicians. It is the latest, must-have device among top athletic trainers, physical therapy and pain and rehabilitation specialists.

The Core Laser Gym provides clinicians and patients alike with the ability to track core movement in real time, allowing for instantly trackable gains in motor control and core power. The Neuro-Muscular connections formed by the combination of visual feedback and physical action ensures patient results are not only immediate, but long lasting.

Those that have invested in this device swear by it’s effectiveness. Take advantage of a $50 mail-in rebate when you buy now.

Healthcare Innovations 20th Anniversary Edition Catalog

Posted on 28 March, 2013 by activeforever

ActiveForever brings you the ever-popular, Healthcare Innovations Catalog, 20th Anniversary Edition! It’s filled with the highest-quality, most affordable, life-enhancing, feature-rich, medical devices and solutions.

Featured inside are the latest developments and innovations from UniBand, LaserTouchOne, eWheels, LaserGym, Health Mark, Sigvaris, Quasar, Plextalk and more!

The catalogs are free, so order a quantity and pass them out to staff, friends, family and patients. Put the ingredients to a smart, healthy lifestyle right at their fingertips. We created this particular catalog with holiday gift-giving in mind. It’s full of all the fun and useful stuff people on any list are sure to love.

They also serve as a great Fund Raising Idea for Non-Profits, Associations, Philanthropic Patient Care Organizations! Leverage Our Catalogs As Win-Win Fund Raising Tool!

Click here to view a full-color PDF of the Healthcare Innovations 20th Anniversary Edition Catalog.

The (now-famous) Evolution Exercise Ball – as featured on Fox News

Posted on 13 March, 2013 by activeforever

The Evolution Exercise Ball Chair is a high quality, easy-to-store, burst-resistant exercise device that strengthens the core. Recently it’s been making appearances in health-conscious offices all over the country.

And it’s no wonder.

WTXF FOX 29

These Evolution exercise balls are not just a core-strengthening addition to any workout routine. They are healthy, back pain-soothing replacements for the standard old office chair.

As the user sits, they are constantly activating their core to maintain balance.

This enlivens and energizes the muscles around the spine, improving posture and treating the issues associated with back pain.

Evolution Chair Exercise Ball Chair. A 5 star, customer rated favorite from ActiveForever!

UniBand Resistance Bands for Summer-time Strength Training

Posted on 1 March, 2013 by activeforever

Summer is coming and you knew it would. It happens every year at approximately the same time. Are you ready this year? If not, don’t fear. Unibands are here!!
$UniBand$ The latex-free resistance bands are colorful, resilient and durable. They instantly amp up any workout or routine; targeting problematic, leftover winter flab on arms, legs, backs, glutes and any other danger zones with a powerful laser-like precision.

The Unibands the only resistance bands on the market built to withstand harsh pool chemicals so they make for a fun addition to water aerobics as well.

Unibands come in a range of color-coded resistance levels that facilitate customized weight training sessions. Just like free weights, the Unibands target major muscle groups as well as the smaller, under-worked neighbors, providing attractive tone and definition.

Unlike bulky, costly weights however, there’s no need to continue purchasing more equipment as your strength training routine progresses over time. No to mention that they are a breeze to store and a cinch to lug around. As with all of our UniBand products, when you buy them from ActiveForever, they ship FREE.

Why you ask? Simple. We are here for YOU. We want you to look great this summer in your sleeveless shirts and two-pieces and whatever else you want to wear throughout the most sweltering of seasons.

We love these Resistance Band exercise routines we found online!

Health Mark for Prevention of Heart Disease and Heart Attacks

Posted on 6 February, 2013 by activeforever

After years of aggressive marketing efforts on behalf of womens’ health advocates and organizations, the long-held misconception of heart disease as being a predominantly male issue is beginning to fade.

The widely understood concept of an actual heart attack and the process in which it manifests is perhaps still a little behind the times however.

When you think of the term, heart attack, or cardiac arrest, what sort of image pops into your head? It’s most likely a man, experiencing a sudden onslaught of pain that takes over his whole body in a moment. His face registers agony as he clutches his chest and is no longer able to stand. A horrific occurrence which no one should have to endure for sure, but it is not the whole story.

For women, the process is infinitely more subtle and therefore harder to detect. Whereas men experience extreme tightening of the chest, for women it has been described as more of a discomfort. This is followed by flu-like symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, dizziness, difficulty breathing and even insomnia.

The Health Mark Port-A-Vibe is the only ‘Whole Body Vibration’ machine built to accommodate a space conscious or fluid lifestyle. $259.00

What it boils down to is this:

Heart disease is the #1 killer of women in the United States today. It is a deadly and widespread disease with common, nondescript symptoms that are easily and very often ignored.

By the time a woman seeks treatment it is often too late.

Consider the times (like these,) when the flu virus is rampant. It’s no surprise that heart disease in so many women goes undetected.

Health Mark carries a line of affordable cardio machines for prevention such as the Port-a-Vibe Whole Body Vibration Machine.

Their extensive line of products also includes some really smart devices such as this Body Tone Heart Rate Monitor.

The Health Mark Heart Rate Monitor allows you to keep track of your heart rate so it stays in the right zone for optimal health and fitness. $64.55

Customizable preset functioning allows for individualized and thus more accurate readings.

No matter how it’s done, it’s crucial to know the symptoms and the signs of heart disease and to be pro-active about your health and the health of those around you.

Top 5 Symptoms of Heart Disease in Women

1. Fatigue

2. Shortness of Breath

3. Indigestion, Upper Abdominal Pain or Nausea

4. Jaw or Throat Pain

5. Arm Pain (Especially the left arm)

Source: abcnews

Get Fab Abs in February!

Posted on 4 February, 2013 by activeforever

We happened upon this neat little calendar and thought it was definitely worth sharing. It’s time to get those abs in shape because bikini season is just around the corner!

Source: backonpointe.tumblr.com via Bianca on Pinterest

National Wear Red Day!

Posted on 1 February, 2013 by activeforever

It’s National Wear Red Day! Not because it’s such a beautiful color, but rather because it’s a way to show support for the women who are taking action to protect their hearts and by extension, their lives!

They do this by reducing high blood pressure and cholesterol. They maintain a healthy weight by getting regular exercise and they do not smoke. All of these actions taken together go a long way toward decreasing the risk of developing heart disease.

Are you at risk of developing heart disease? The National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute helps you find out.

When it Comes to Weight Loss, Consider the Timing–Not Just the Content–of Your Diet

Posted on 29 January, 2013 by activeforever

So you’re doing everything right. You’ve done the impossible and stayed true to your New Year’s resolutions.

You figured out ways to soldier on with regularly scheduled sweat sessions despite a recent weather pattern that screams at you to surrender to the security of your most comfortable blanket.

You stick to your diet and remain ever mindful of what you eat; but somehow the weight loss just isn’t going as planned.

According to a new study published today in the International Journal of Obesity, when it comes to losing weight, the time you eat can have as much of an effect as what you eat. (Original article appears here.)

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“We should start to consider meal timing in addition to calories and meal composition when thinking about weight loss.”

-Frank Scheer, senior author of the study, assistant professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School and an associate neuroscientist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.

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It’s definitely food for thought, and a welcome bit of news as far as we’re concerned. Who wants to put off that long-awaited lunch break anyway? After all, doing so is bad for your health!

The Stamina 4-Way Mini-Trampoline is just $49.17. An hour on it will cause a 150 lbs. adult to burn around 250 calories!!

Rain Soaking your Outdoor Exercises? Have a Ball Instead!

Posted on 28 January, 2013 by activeforever

Sure this near-constant cover of rain and drizzle for the past few days is outstanding for the drought-ridden desert ecosystem that is Phoenix, but it’s murder for an exercise routine that includes running, walking or biking outdoors. Even heading to the gym can be a chore if walking through the parking lot gets you drenched to the core.

Speaking of core… Exercise Balls are an extremely effective way to target core muscles while working out indoors. They are available in different sizes, making them so versatile they can supply a fun, full-body work-out all on their own, or with a set of hand-weights. Too busy to work out? An exercise ball can even provide a work-out while just sitting at your desk.

The Health Mark Swiss Chair Ball is one of the best all-around fitness tools for core strength training as well as rehabilitation. Training with an exercise ball helps to fine tune coordination and increase muscle tone. With just this simple tool, users can enjoy all the benefits of low-impact workouts without the need for gym memberships or costly training sessions. Exercise balls don’t require a lot of room, are easy to store and maintain and are perfect for when inclement weather discourages venturing out of doors.

The Health Mark Swiss Chair Ball is a key fixture in the home of fitness-minded individuals. Even as a chair it provides a quality core work-out. $83.30

Click here for the Top Ten Best Exercise Ball Exercises.

(Instructions and demonstrational videos included.)

Don’t forget to spice up your routine with these tried and true indoor favorites as well:

Fun, Effective and FREE Indoor Exercises:

Jump Rope
Abdominal Crunches and Plank
Sit-ups/Push-ups (these work great with the ball)
Squats
Stair-stepping
Lunges
Running in place
Knee-Lifts

Health Matters 2013

Posted on 15 January, 2013 by activeforever

Did you catch this year’s Health Matters conference?

Resolution and Weight/Weight Loss Revelations

Posted on 4 January, 2013 by activeforever

Let’s face it. These days, weight loss tops the list of the most popular New Year’s Resolutions. Of course many also hope to get a new job, better education, etc., However it seems that all but the conviction to shed a problematic fat suit is engulfed in the wake of the post-holiday surrender to reality.

Not that we are lazy or that we give up easily, it’s just that continuing on with the same job or level of education does not increase our risk of diabetes, heart attack, stroke, along with a whole host of serious health issues that are part of and parcel of being—and staying— overweight. (In other words, your physician will not peer at you from behind a furrowed brow of concern in response to your modest salary.)

Many of us view the debut of a new year as a solid, tangible break from the past that translates into a “break” from our old, unhealthy habits. It’s a whole new paradigm; another chance.

As we should. Depending on your disposition, you can either view the American obesity epidemic as discouraging or an opportunity for growth; *not* in the physical sense of course.

Percentages of Overweight Americans Ages 20+

More than two-thirds (68.8 percent) of adults are considered to be overweight or obese.
More than one-third (35.7 percent) of adults are considered to be obese.
More than 1 in 20 (6.3 percent) have extreme obesity.
Almost 3 in 4 men (74 percent) are considered to be overweight or obese.
The prevalence of obesity is similar for both men and women (about 36 percent).
About 8 percent of women are considered to have extreme obesity.

Source: Weight-control Information Network

Yesterday we wrote about some healthy weight findings that we found to be a little unorthodox: A recent study claims that those who carry a few extra pounds around have a lower risk of premature death than that of their healthy weight counterparts. The article does not address obesity however. A person is obese when their BMI (body mass index) is 30 percent or above.

This is a different story. An article in USA Today “weighs” in on the topic with the help of a few reputable physicians. The piece is a fitting follow-up to yesterday’s post. Plus it includes links to diet and exercise tips and information on how to lose weight by forming healthier habits.

Need help sticking to your resolutions? We do too!

Resolution and Weight/Weight Loss Shockers

Posted on 3 January, 2013 by activeforever

Perhaps prompted by all the hyper-idealistic discussion about resolutions (which always inevitably revolve around diet and weight loss,) the Los Angeles Times recently reported that a few extra pounds is fine for your health.

I don’t know about you, but this news prompts in me a rare reaction of simultaneous shock and comfort. It evokes the former because it flies in the face of virtually everything else I’ve heard regarding weight and health for ohhh… my lifetime; a.k.a., more than the past thirty years.

It’s comforting because I am—like many of you I’m sure (hey, we’re Americans)—a few pounds overweight. I’m working on it though. My meticulously planned resolutions are on track now for three days and counting.

Regardless, the story is worth a gander. Plus the page features a Dr. Oz “Real Age” calculator. It’s smack dab in the middle of the story in the form of a Google Ad, but as far as ads go, you have to admit, it’s a good one. If you’ve never calculated your real age, it’s worth a go. It can be a real eye opening experience; and depending on your lifestyle, that can be either good or bad. You’ve been warned.

If this short series of bombshells are not enough for you, take heed. Solace comes in the form of another article listed off to the left of the page under “RELATED.” There is a link to a bit of news that ran in late December. It reports that running is actually a more effective way to shed pounds than weight training.

(Huh?) What is going on in this bizarro world of ours?

Personally, I’m happy about this one too. I like lifting weights, but through the years I have found a shortage of things in this world that that offer a greater sense of satisfaction and well-being than a good, hard, sweat-inducing, mind-wandering, run.

Not only does it promote a leaner body and a stronger heart, but it just as equally results in clarity of mind and an overall sense of calm.

Ahhh… 2013 is going to be a great year. I can feel it.

Ooohhh…. Jackpot.

ActiveForever’s Patricka and Rocky Complete the Iron Girl 5k!!

Posted on 21 December, 2012 by activeforever

ActiveForever is very proud of their own Patricka Fletcher and Raquel, (Rocky) Johnson for committing to, and completing, the annual Iron Girl 5K run this past weekend. Rocky’s daughter Kira joined in the fun too.

Go Patricka GO!!

All three women braved brutally early, pre-dawn hours and what felt like Subarctic temperatures to give it their all. This was Patricka’s fifth year participating in the run. It was the third year for both Rocky and Kira.

Although Patricka admits she did not train as often as she would’ve preferred, she remains consistently committed to a healthy diet and regular exercise and was able to finish a thoroughly impressive 24th in her age group!

CONGRATS PATRICKA, ROCKY and KIRA!!

Iron Girl was launched in 2004 as a way to celebrate and promote the idea of healthy living for women. They use their Web site as a resource with training and nutrition tips as well as health-oriented columns. The annual run serves as a platform by which fitness-focused women can display all the progress they’ve made toward a healthier lifestyle.

Participants choose between the 5k run and the 10 mile run.

SUCCESS!!!

Exercise for Reduction of Holiday Stress

Posted on 20 December, 2012 by activeforever

Physical activity increases the heart rate and enhances fitness. People who engage in exercise are less likely to develop many serious diseases. An inactive lifestyle doubles the risk of having a heart attack.

Exercise is an excellent way to improve not only physical health but mental health as well.

The stress of the holidays can cause even the most balanced among us to feel out of sorts. So drop the candy cane and hop on the stationary bike or rowing machine, STAT.

The Stamina AVARI Conversion II Rower Recumbent Bike brings you the best of both worlds in one convenient, fold-able space-saving package. Molded-foam seat and back support with 15 available positions and 8 different resistance levels make it easy to ensure a customized workout for any body.

The Stamina AVARI Conversion II Rower Recumbent Bike is both a bike and a rowing machine with 8 resistance levels

Benefits of physical activity

People who get enjoyable, regular physical activity can improve their overall quality of life. Physical activity can lower a person’s risk for the following disorders:

back pain
depression and anxiety
less stress
more energy
increased feelings of well-being and self-confidence
heart attack and stroke
high blood pressure
obesity
osteoporosis
type 2 diabetes
a number of types of cancer
increased ability to move and function with aging

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation for Back Pain

Posted on 30 November, 2012 by activeforever

The Core Laser Pro Exercise System by Laser Gym brings to us the future of advanced, therapeutic rehabilitation.

The Core Laser Pro is a revolutionary treatment system for the home, physical therapy office or rehab setting.

The Laser Gym Core Laser Pro System is a therapeutic rehabilitation and training tool designed for physical therapy centers and other clinical settings. $599.99

Developed with support from leading physical therapists and physicians, it’s extremely effective for patients suffering from lower back pain.

The advanced, Class III laser therapy combined with the Core Laser belt, leads patients through a series of dynamic pelvic exercises all designed to address the causes of both chronic and acute back pain.

Clinicians and patients alike are able to monitor core movement in real time, allowing for significant and instantly track-able gains in motor control and core-power. The Neuro-Muscular connections formed by the combination of visual feedback and physical action, ensures results are both immediate and long lasting.

Each Pro system consists of two Core Laser Therapy Belts with travel bags, an institutional freestanding target that is specifically designed to accommodate a variety of patients, Tape Measure, Patient Progress Charting Material, instructional DVD and a premium carry case.

Each Pro system consists of two Core Laser Therapy Belts with travel bags, an institutional freestanding target, Tape Measure, Patient Progress Charting Material, instructional DVD and a premium carry case.

Families Get Healthy with ActiveForever at ShapeUp AZ

Posted on 26 October, 2012 by activeforever

Families Get Healthy with ActiveForever at ShapeUp AZ this Saturday from 9am-1pm, Tumbleweed Park in Chandler.

Day of Play will be lots of fun with the Cardinals, Suns, food, prizes – come out and play with us!

Program specifics:

ShapeUp US Programs align with MIchelle Obama’s Let’s Move Campaign

ShapeUp Arizona

Oct. 27, 2012 9 am – 1 pm

Tumbleweed Park 2250 S. McQueen Rd, Chandler, AZ

Web site: http://www.shapeupus.org

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