January 16, 2012 Carrying ID during your outdoor workout could save your life. It's something we don't think about as we head out for a ride, run or hike, but accidents do happen. Contact and medical information readily available is key in an emergency. The Road ID is a sleek and easy way to wear your ID. Road ID is available in a variety of styles and colors, including wrist, shoe, ankle, necklace and shoe pouch. Safety first...always true! www.RoadID.com
January 11, 2012 A
friend told us she recently purchased some fitness equipment on Amazon
and Scenic Trex DVDs were first on Amazon's list of recommended products
she might like! Great news for us! Of course, we happen to agree!
January 5, 2012 We just got word that Orange Coast Magazine, based here in SoCal, is running a blurb about our new DVD, SouthernCalifornia Beaches, in their February issue! We're very excited! Check for it on newsstands in a couple weeks.
November 7, 2011 Hey Scenic Trex Fans! Our new scenic virtual DVD, "Southern California
Beaches", will be available in just a few days! Trex the beautiful
Pacific coast from Malibu to San Diego right in your living room, while
exercising on your treadmill or stationary cycle. Stay tuned for the
official release date! Happy Trex!
October 10, 2011 Regularly stretching your lower back can alleviate stress and discomfort that arise in every day activity. Try these stretches each day: Cat Stretch, Seated Torso Twist and Seated Forward Bend. For details in performing these stretches correctly go to:FitDay.com. A happy back makes for a happy day! Try stretching to the peaceful serenity of the Caribbean withScenic TrexBeachside Jungle DVD's warmup and cool down segments for instant relaxation.
October 7, 2011 A tough day can get the best of us. Relax and sleep peacefully with these easy yoga poses to ease stress, relieve a headache and beat insomnia. To ease stress try Supported Standing Wide Leg Forward Bend for up to 5 minutes. To cure a headache try Legs Up the Wall for 3 or more minutes. To soothe insomnia try Child's Pose for one minute. For details on mastering these poses checkHealth.com. You'll wake tomorrow feeling rested and energized! During your poses, relax to the peaceful sounds and serene sites of the Caribbean island of St. Lucia with Scenic Trex Beachside Jungle DVD.
September 26, 2011 Add some fun to your treadmill workout for some motivation to stay on
the treadmill longer. One simple trick is to set your treadmill with a
pre-set hill program or manually vary the incline throughout your walk.
Simulating an outdoor hike will add interest, while working many muscle
groups. Add visual interest with a virtual scenic DVD, like Scenic Trex Beachside Jungle DVD. You'll trek around the beautiful island of St. Lucia, while your workout flies by! Happy Trex!
September 21, 2011 Stress getting the best of you today? Chill out with these yoga poses to
relieve stress, sleep better and handle the rest of your week with
ease. Do these stress-busting yoga poses for 30 seconds: child's pose,
cat/cow, downward facing dog, pigeon (left and right), one-legged
forward bend (left and right), tree pose, savasana. For detailed
instructions to master these poses, visit Yoga Journal or Mandy Ingber
online. Try doing these poses with Scenic Trex Beachside Jungle DVD's warm-up and cool-down sections to help calm your
mind while enjoying the beautiful Caribbean Island of St. Lucia. You'll be at peace again in no time!
September 12, 2011 "For nearly every challenging moment in life, there's a yoga pose to
help you feel better", says Mandy Ingber, Jennifer Aniston's fave yoga
instructor. These simple yoga moves can get us through a tough week?
We're getting the mat out now! Feeling angry? Try "twisting lunge". Sad?
Try "camel". Tired? Try "shoulder stand". Stressed? Try "tree pose".
Scenic Trex DVD's peaceful warm-up and cool-down segments are
perfect for chilling during yoga. Pictureque St. Lucia will get your
mood balanced in no time!
September 6, 2011 We just got back to work after the holiday weekend and are wanting more
vacation! Feeling the same? Check out the great deal to Costa Rica from
Groupon Getaways — 51% off at a beautiful all-inclusive ocean side
resort near the rainforest! CLICK HERE for details. Happy Trex!
August 22, 2011 Just 30 minutes of daily exercise can really increase health benefits,
but you've gotta give it your all in that time to make it worthwhile.
Check out "30 Minute Treadmill Workouts" at Livestrong.com for some great advice on getting the most bang from your workout in a short time. Try your workout with Scenic Trex Beachside Jungle DVD to feel like you're walking in the tropics! Happy Trex!
August 16, 2011
It's
no secret we at Scenic Trex are always looking for a great travel deal.
Well, you're familiar with Groupon, right? They offer Groupon Getaways
for amazing travel deals in the US, Canada and Mexico! Sign up to
receive weekly offers or check the site for your destination preference.
Our fave deal this week: $399 for a seven night stay at World Resorts
International, pictured above. Breathtaking! www.groupon.com/getaways
August 8, 2011 How 'bout a trip to the Tropics this Fall before Winter's blues come knocking? Check out some amazing deals to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic at CheapCaribbean.com -- like 4 nights at a gorgeous all inclusive resort, including airfare, for $769 per person! We love this site for weekly deals to dreamy locations. Guessing a cheap vaca sounds perfect right now, right?!
July 18, 2011 Jillian Michaels, of "The Biggest Loser" fame, said even though she hates running, that is the thing she never skips in her workout. She says "It makes you skinny, that's why. It works." Hey, it obviously works for her, so we're gonna run, run, run! On the treadmill, on the trail, on the street -- just get going! Happy Trex!
July 5, 2011 Hoping everyone had a great 4th of July weekend! So summer's in full swing and you're planning a getaway? We found a great new travel site that posts photos their experts took themselves -- no photoshopping or staging -- so you can see what the hotel really looks like. Oyster.com has info for nearly 2000 properties in the US and Caribbean. And if you find a better deal elsewhere, Oyster.com will match it! Happy Summer Trex!
June 27, 2011 Quick tip for the week: add squats and lunges to your workout regime - they burn more calories per rep than almost any other move! Strong, lean legs will be in your immediate future! And keep your cardio days to at least 3 per week, alternating your workouts to keep your muscles guessing, reaping quicker results. You'll be proudly ready to show some skin this Summer! Happy Trex!
June 6, 2011 Hey cyclists! You already love the sport, but we found some news to keep you biking for years to come. Biking as little as 20-30 minutes a day can decrease your risk of gaining weight as you age. Overweight women who cycled indoors or outside just 2-3 hours a week were 46% less likely to gain weight over time than noncyclists. Just another great reason to go for a ride! Happy Trex! (from Archives of Internal Medicine)
May 23, 2011 Our fave Caribbean resort, Jade Mountain in St. Lucia, received praise once again in Travel and Leisure magazine! In the 2011 World's Best Service Reader's Poll, Jade Mountain was voted #6 world-wide overall resort and #2 resort in the Caribbean! Jade Mountain was home to us while filming Beachside Jungle and Rainforest and we could not agree more. The service at Jade Mountain exceeded excellent in every way. We highly recommend a visit to the blissfully beautiful resort in St. Lucia! See a photo and link to Jade Mountain on our LINKS page.
May 10, 2011 If you are aiming for toned legs, start your workout with thigh busters. Turns out, order of exercise does matter. In recent studies by Roberto Simao of Rio de Janeiro Federal University in Brazil, exercisers tired as their workout progressed, making it harder to do a consistent number of reps and keep good form. After a 12 week study these groups saw the best results in the muscles they worked first. This strategy works for all major muscle groups, so work those abs first if a toned tummy is your priority. Good to know with swimsuit season near!
April 25, 2011 Ever start your workout strong, then lose steam along the way? Fuel up with a light snack before your workout for more strength and endurance. Bob Harper from "The Biggest Loser" breaks it down with reasons as to why a pre-workout snack is important and what to eat and drink. Get the scoop at: Secrets to workout success: Bob Harper on how to fuel your body. Happy Trex!
April 4, 2011 Check out this walking workout program by Prevention Magazine. This easy
to follow 4 week workout boasts "Our reader-tested program flattens
your belly, firms every inch, and powers off pounds--without dieting!"
Perfect for the treadmill with your Scenic Trex DVD! Happy Trex! Walk Off A Size in 4 Weeks
March 29, 2011 Check out theseTop 20 All Inclusive Beach Escapes from CheapCaribbean.com! These gorgeous resorts were featured by ABC, USA Today and Fox. Bask in the glory for 3-5 nights starting at $350.00, including airfare! We can picture ourselves with a Pina Colada on the beach already!
March 22, 2011 Ready for a vacation, but costly airfares scaring you from booking? Check out "Airfare 101: How to Find the Best Airline Deals", by George Hobica of Airfarewatchdog.com. You'll learn insider tips for scoring the best fare -- invaluable info for traveling on a budget! Happy Trex!
March 14, 2011 Our thoughts and prayers go out to those in Japan in the midst of devastation. You can help by donating $10 to the Red Cross by simply texting "Red Cross" to 90999. The charge will appear on your next cell phone bill. Every bit helps!
February 21, 2011 Just getting started with treadmill workouts? Check out this beginner cardio treadmill workout that maps it all out for you! You'll ease into your running routine and prevent injury. CLICK HERE for the Beginner Cardio Treadmill Workout by FitSugar. Happy Trex!
January 31, 2011 Try these tips to ramp up the intensity of your stationary bike workout. Check out Pedal Your Way to a Better Workout to get show-off legs from Shape Magazine. Happy Trex!
January 30, 2011 Just wanted to give a thumbs-up shout out for the Griffin ITrip Auto FM
Transmitter! The ITrip plugs into the cigarette lighter and plays right
through your car's stereo system. It sounds great and is super simple to
use! AND it was super cheap on sale! The perfect alternative for those
of us with cars not equipped with an MP3 jack. It's available for all
brands of MP3 players. I have heard mixed reviews of how these types of
transmitters perform, but I'm really happy with the ITrip. So much that I
just had to share! www.griffintechnology.com/category/fmtransmitters.
January 22, 2011 Pump up your usual treadmill workout with these exercises from
Livestrong.com. Ramping up the incline, walking backwards, adding light
weights or varying your speed will add interest to your normal walking
routine. Livestrong gives you various workouts to switch it up every
day. Try doing these workouts while watching Scenic Trex virtual walking DVDs for the feeling you are exercising outdoors on a beautiful path! Click HERE for the Livestrong walking workout. Happy Trex!
January 17, 2011 Walk your way to leaner thighs with this calorie shredding treadmill
workout to firm your legs fast. Shape magazine breaks it down in an easy
to follow routine. Great to do while watching Scenic Trex virtual walking DVDs! Click here: Treadmill Lean Legs Workout. Happy Trex!
January 8, 2011 Try
this quick 20-minute glute-sculpting treadmill workout by Fitness
Magazine. It's perfect to do with Scenic Trex virtual treadmill walking
DVDs! Click HERE for the workout. Happy Trex!
January 1, 2011 Happy New Year Scenic Trex fans! Best for 2011! May your year be happy and healthy! Happy Trex!
December 23, 2010 Hey Amazon Shoppers! Amazon just posted that you can order as late as
3:30 PST today with overnight shipping to receive gifts by Christmas
eve! Easy Christmas shopping done!
December 18, 2010 Hey
Scenic Trex Fans! Send your friends and family to St. Lucia for the
holidays, with our virtual walking and cycling DVDs! Just a reminder to
get your Scenic Trex orders in with Amazon to ship in time for holiday
gifts. They'll enjoy the Caribbean getaway during their treadmill walk
or indoor cycle workout...especially after the holiday madness! Happy
Trex! Click to Order Now
December 10, 2010 Prevention magazine has a great treadmill walking workout to blast fat. It's the perfect routine to do while walking through St. Lucia with your Scenic Trex DVD! Check out the 12 Week Treadmill Workout at Prevention.com. Happy Trex!
December 3, 2010 We had to share another great review from one of our Amazon customers about our Rainforest DVD!: "I truly enjoy this DVD! I can do my treadmill and stay focused on my
workout. I can imagine myself right there on the trail and feeling the
breezes. I want to get the beach DVD next but am hoping Santa will bring
it soon. :) I stay focused better on this than just watching regular tv
shows, maybe it's because I'm not trying to stay focused on the actual
program on tv and I can focus on my workout...This is definitely worth the money!..If you are looking for a "distraction", that isn't a distraction to your workout, this is the DVD to get!!!!"
November 29, 2010 We had the pleasure of meeting an amazingly inspirational 91 year old
athlete, Olga Kotelko, who still competes--and medals--in track and
field! Check out Olga in action at NY Times Magazine website. Her energy will give YOU the inspiration to get out and be active!
November 25, 2010 Happy Thanksgiving! We wanted to toot our own horns and share a recent comment by a Scenic Trex customer: "I am impressed with the scenic atmosphere and the quality of the DVD....It does help me stay focused more
on the treadmill and my walk better than just watching regular TV,
because I feel as if I'm actually going somewhere. And I can "imagine"
myself being there as I'm walking." We hope you'll agree! Happy Turkey Trex!
November 21, 2010 Will your workout be confined to a hotel room or your parent's spare room during the holidays? Check out Self Magazine's workout designed for small spaces: Top Travel-Friendly Toning and Stretching Moves. See all the exercises at www.self.com/fitness or click to watch the video. Happy Holiday Trex!
November 18, 2010 Check out another great travel deal we came across -- Presidential Suites Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic, 5 nights starting at $569 per person, including airfare! These are gorgeous new condos and the deal is all-inclusive! Sounds like a perfect after-the-holiday-madness relaxing trip! For more into go to: www.cheapcaribbean.com.
November 15, 2010 Spending some time in airports this holiday season? Check out AirportGyms.com to find gyms or yoga studios close to an airport. Spend that layover relieving stress, rather than snacking and shopping!
November 10, 2010 Keep running or walking outdoors safely, even though it's dark when you get off work now, with Asics "A" Swirl LED Light. Clip the lightweight flashing gizmo on your shirt or shorts to keep you visible to drivers for up to a mile. $15 at www.asics.com. Happy Evening Trex!
November 7, 2010 Exceptionally Luxurious All-Inclusive Resorts?! When do we leave?! "While traditional all-inclusive hotels tend to have a reputation for
being generic, there are top-shelf options across the globe that offer
all-in-one pricing for a one-of-a-kind experience. And they make a
luxurious holiday in amazing destinations like New Zealand, Fiji, Chili, Tanzania more affordable...and without a neon plastic wristband
in sight." Read about these top-notch vaca's by Emma Sloley atwww.concierge.com
November 3, 2010 A new route will add some interest to your normal outdoor workouts.
Scout the best trails for hiking,walking or mountain biking in your
area or wherever your travels take you at www.trails.com or www.traillink.com. Happy Trex!
November 2, 2010 We had the pleasure of meeting a truly inspirational athlete today, Olga Kotelko, a 91 year old track and field competitor from Vancouver! Yes, 91 and actively competes! She has over 600 medals! Today in 95 degree heat, she heaved the shot put, long-jumped, hurled the hammer throw and the javelin! Just WOW, that's all we could say! She'll be featured in NY Times Magazine on November 21. Now THIS should inspire you to get off the couch and stay active, right?! Happy Trex!
October 30, 2010 Yes, we're a bit obsessed with travel deals right now. Guessing that says we need a vaca in a bad way! Now, this is not a cheap deal, but it's a deal for this gorgeous location! Once again, just had to share. Check out Lake Okareka Lodge in New Zealand on www.vacationist.com,. So incredibly stunning! Sign up for free to check out amazing luxury vacations. The pix will start your dreaming! BTW, Happy Halloween!!
October 28, 2010 Just had to share this amazing deal! Wine tasting and relaxing in Tuscany anyone!? Luxury vineyard estate vacation with car and airfare for $899 per person! Sounds like a dream, huh!? For more info to to: travelzoo.com
October 25, 2010 Book your holiday travel for free! Did you know you can combine American Express Membership Rewards points with many frequent flier programs to book flights, hotel and car rentals? This is great when you don't have enough points on one airline for a trip. You can link your frequent flyer points for Delta, Frontier and Jet Blue, to name a few, with your American Express Membership Rewards account and book your trip right on the Amex website. Woo-hoo! Holiday travel planning made easy and free! Happy Trex!
October 18, 2010 We heard about a great Caribbean travel deal and wanted to share! Vacation in the Dominican Republic at a gorgeous all-inclusive island resort starting at $450 per person, including airfare, or $40 per person for hotel only www.cheapcaribbean.com! There are tons of great deals to many other Caribbean islands too! No email, no phone, tropical weather, no worries...we think, "Wow, a Caribbean getaway sounds fantastic?" Right?!
October 11, 2010 Relieve stress and calm yourself with just a few breaths. When you are feeling anxious, angry or overwhelmed, simply close your eyes, breathe in through your nose for 5 counts, hold for 2 counts, then breathe out through your mouth for 7 counts. Pause, then repeat the process until you feel calm. So easy and it really works!
September 27, 2010 Try this great ab workout! CoreCircuitWorkout with Paul Vincent gave us a quick 10 minute ab burn that works! We really felt it the day after! It's available in the "Abs" section on ExerciseTV.tv or through Exercise TV in On Demand with your cable company. You'll rival "The Situation" soon! Yeah, we went there ;)
Sept 20, 2010 Check out this cool new music gadget! The Tunebug Shake attaches to your bike or snowboard/ski helmet to create a surround-sound experience. It eliminates the need for earbuds, making for a safer ride, though only you can hear your tunes. How does it work? Read more about it at www.tunebug.com.
September 7, 2010 So you're back to work after a long holiday weekend and wishing you were still on vaca, right? Well, check out these sites for great last minute travel deals and you'll be set to get outta town when you just can't take the rat race another minute! You can set up accounts to receive weekly top deals or just check online when the mood strikes. Our faves: travelzoo.com, vacationist.com, lastminute.com, lastminutetravel.com. Travelocity, Expedia and Orbitz also have last minute deals available. Happy Travel Trex!
September 1, 2010 Wishing you a happy, relaxing and carefree holiday weekend! Work off some of those BBQ and beer calories by doing something active each day -- ride a bike, take a hike, take a walk. Enjoy the outdoors this Labor Day weekend! Happy Trex!
August 26, 2010 Check out the cool new website ooh.com, for unlimited listings of sports
activities to try near your home or anywhere around the world! There is
every type of activity imaginable...and many you would never have
thought of! You can search by location, sport, dates and/or price range.
What to do?! Where to go?! When to leave?! We're excited by the
possibilities! This one's bookmarked for sure!
August 18, 2010 Eat protein, not carbs, for the best workout fuel, says Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise. People who ate protein before weight training burned more calories the next day than carb eaters. Since protein helps repair muscle damage, which uses more energy, more protein can result in more calories burned. Burn it off with lean protein, baby!
August 11, 2010 Keep biting bugs at bay during your outdoors treks with some new innovative options and skip the messy sprays. Try SmartShield Sunscreen Insect Repellent Towelettes at smartshield.com, Buff UV Buff With Insect Shield multifunctional bandanna, at rei.com, or Natrapel 8 Hour Wipes, at tendercorp.com. Have a great itch free summer!
August 2, 2010 Travel and Leisure magazine's 2010 World's Best Awards rated St. Lucia 5th of the top Caribbean islands and Jade Mountain Resort in St. Lucia 11th overall of the 100 top rated hotels! We were sold on St. Lucia and Jade Mountain Resort while filming our 2 Scenic Trex DVDs on the island, but as you see, we aren't the only ones! www.jademountainstlucia.com
July 26, 2010 Work on improving your balance and you may save your knees. Exercises that test your balance help to prevent ACL injuries. Try exercises on a balance disk or simply standing on one foot and touching your opposite foot, while bending over. Yoga's balance benefits are always a plus, too.
July 15, 2010 Did you know your heart beats 18 times per minute when you exercise while dehydrated? This increases the strain on your heart, making your workout feel harder! To stay hydrated, drink at least 16 oz of water before exercising and continue sipping throughout and after your workout. During these hot summer months, increase your water intake even more to keep up your strength and ward off heat stroke.
July 12, 2010 A recent study from Britain's Brunel University found people who listened to fast-paced music exercised on the treadmill for 15% longer than those who didn't. We think even adding a couple new tunes to our workout playlist gives us a boost. So crank up the tunes for a rockin' workout! Happy Trexin'!
June 28, 2010 Burn more calories during your cardio session by workin' the incline button! Your muscles - especially butt and thighs - work harder, thus creating a bigger burn, as well as increasing your endurance. For a challenging 30 minute workout on the treadmill, indoor cycle or elliptical, start at an incline of 0 for 5 minutes, then increase the incline by 2 about every 2 minutes, till you reach level 8, then repeat the cycle, ending with a 5 minute cool down decreasing the incline as you finish. Happy Trex!
June 16, 2010 Check out this cool, expandable, reusable, BPA-free bottle by Platypus! It rolls up as you empty it to store easily in your bag while you walk, hike or even picnic! www.platy.com.
June 7, 2010 We
wanted to share a great 45 treadmill workout we read about
in June's Fitness magazine - perfect for use with Scenic Trex
DVDs. For the first 25 minutes warm up for 5 minutes at an easy pace.
Then increase your speed to a moderate intensity, and for the next 20
minutes, up the incline or resistance 1 percent every 2 minutes. For the
last 20 minutes lower the setting to an incline or resistance level
that's comfortable but slightly challenging for another 15 minutes. End
with a 5 minute cooldown at an easy pace with the incline set at zero.
Happy Trex!
May 28, 2010 Wishing everyone a happy and safe Memorial Day weekend! Enjoy your friends and family during your "staycation" or weekend getaway -- wherever this holiday takes you. Get in a workout for an energy filled day with a great mood! Do it for yourself...and your friends and family. Your own body and mind will benefit, as will your loved ones! Happy Trex!
May 13, 2010 Come cheer for your local Special Olympics athletes this summer! We're volunteering at the Southern California Special Olympics 2010 Summer Games, June 12-13 at Cal State Long Beach! Check www.sosc.org for more info about the SoCal Games or go to www.specialolympics.org for info about the games in your area. The athletes really appreciate your cheer and support!
April 22, 2010 Some of our customers have mentioned a product we thought you might be interested in. Surf Shelf makes an attachable shelf for your treadmill or elliptical to hold your laptop, DVD player, books, etc. Seems like a great solution to a common issue and it's quite affordable. There are reviews for Surf Shelf on Amazon.com. Check out the Surf Shelf website for more info: www.surfshelf.com
March 30, 2010 We were in Aspen in March researching summer locations for a future Scenic Trex DVD. Interested? Let us know if you think it's a good idea! email: info@scenictrex.com
February 26, 2010 GO USA! The 2010 Winter Olympics have inspired us to use fitness to gain strength in body and mind, overcoming life's obstacles and personal setbacks to reach our goals. The confidence and energy our workouts provide enable us to get through...well, whatever life throws our way! Our personal "Olympic Medals" will be won every day! Happy Trex!
February 22, 2010 Snow, rain and cold weather giving you cabin fever?! Scenic Trex DVDs to the rescue! We've had many Scenic Trex fans commenting they are so happy to have an escape to a vacation paradise while they are walking and cycling indoors this winter! We're really glad to hear we can raise your spirits and provide some motivation to exercise too! Happy Trex everyone!
January 28, 2010 We're all for cardio - hey, that's what Scenic Trex is all about - but you do know you've gotta add strength training to your workout routine, right? Well, fitness expert, Kim Lyon's, has launched "Gym in a Bag" for all of us that workout at home. It's got everything men and women of all fitness levels need for full body strength training in one small bag! Check it out on QVC.com by searching Gym in a Bag in the Wellness and Sports section. More power to ya! As always, Happy Trex!
January 14, 2010 Feeling a bit helpless in the midst of Haiti's devastation? You can help by donating $10 to the Red Cross Haiti earthquake relief effort via cell phone text message with AT&T, Verizon, Sprint and T-Mobile. Simply text HAITI to 90999. You'll receive a confirmation a few minutes later to which you reply "yes". The donation will be added to your cell phone bill.
January 4, 2010 Happy New Year! Well, like all of you, we're back to the grind here at Scenic Trex. After a holiday season of over-indulgence, it's time to pump up the workouts and start the year off running...or walking or biking. There's really nothing better to beat that back-to-reality blues than a good sweat! So just get going! Happy Trails for 2010!
November 24, 09 Check out Scenic Trex in SELF Magazine's Fitness Flash December 09! SELF says, "Make indoor sessions sunnier with a virtual walk, run or ride through Saint Lucia's rain forest or beachside jungle with Scenic Trex DVDS. Our tester was so taken with the sights and sounds, her workout flew by!"
October 23, 2009 Just got some new workout shoes? Donate your used pairs to your favorite charity or local shelter. Many have convenient donation centers -- check the web for those near you. Those less fortunate than you will benefit from your less than perfect sneaks...and you'll feel the good karma.
September 28, 09 Good news to share with you -- Selfmagazine will be featuring Scenic Trex in their December issue! Look for Self on newsstands beginning November 24, 09!
September 22, 09 As much as we'd like to ignore it, winter is fast approaching and our outdoor workouts will once again be driven indoors for awhile. This might be the time to save some $$ on a gym membership and add a treadmill, cycle or elliptical to your home gym. I've come across a few reviewed to be reliable, well-made and cost less than "a year of lattes". Check out the Healthrider H140E Elliptical, $1199, healthrider.com; Lemond Fitness RevMaster Sport Cycle, $949, brandscycle.com; Smooth 5.45 Folding Treadmill, $999, smoothfitness.com. For an even more affordable option, also receiving great reviews for the price, try the Stamina InMotion II Manual Treadmill, $180, sears.com. Happy Trex!
August 24, 09 A Scenic Trex fan wrote to tell me she played Beachside Jungle and Rainforest on a big screen TV during a cocktail party recently to create a beautifully relaxing ambiance...and to disguise the large black screen on her living room wall as art. Her guests loved it! It's so nice to hear how Scenic Trex fans find creative uses for our DVDs! Email us with your ideas at info@scenictrex.com. We'd love to hear from you!
August 18, 09 I just read some interesting news in Selffor fellow headache and migraine sufferers. A study in Headache found "sufferers who exercised three times a week for 12 weeks had fewer headaches and less pain, possibly due to increased serotonin activity (which helps fend off migraine triggers such as anxiety). One caution: start slowly and warm up for at least 15 minutes. Jumping right into an intense routine can actually bring on a migraine." Just another incentive to work out regularly -- with a warm up!
August 6, 09 Hey all! Many of you have said you don't have a TV or computer in the room with your gym equipment, but would love have that option to combat boredom...and to watch Scenic Trex, of course. Well, there is a great solution available to you! Invu makes a freestanding TV/DVD player to use with any home gym equipment! It can also easily be moved around to use with a variety of equipment. Check it out at www.invulcd.com.
July 30, 2009 Hey again! Just a note for all you stressed out folks - pop in a Scenic Trex DVD while working on the computer, cooking dinner, getting ready for work or to go out, winding down before bed, or whenever you need some de-stressing. Even if you can't see the screen, the peaceful sounds of the jungle and beach will put you in a zen mood in no time! Try it - it really works!
July 16, 2009 Hey all! Have you seen this summer's comedic chick flick, "The Proposal", with Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds? Well, the opening scenic outdoor video Sandra is indoor cycling to is just like Scenic Trex! It seems like you are watching someone trek along a nature path, then it pans out to reveal Sandra on her stationary cycle. Cool huh!? Very exciting to see Scenic Trex-type footage in a blockbuster movie! Hopefully Scenic Trex will soon be a household name! ;)
July 7, 2009 I hope everyone had an actively relaxing 4th of July holiday! By "actively relaxing", I mean getting your move-on to keep you sane, relaxed, fit and energized -- all at the same time. It really works! Surely you already know that!?
A quick tip for every fitness activity, especially during the hot summer months: stay hydrated before, during and after exercising! Your body will run more efficiently and it will alleviate exhaustion. Don't leave home without refilling your environmentally conscious water bottle, like those by Nalgene, SIGG, Klean Kanteen and CamelBak.
June 18, 2009 Hey everyone! I hope you are having an active and fun summer so far! By popular demand, I have jumped on the bandwagon and finally started a Scenic Trex Blog. I'll keep you updated on our DVDs and company activities, as well as inform you of interesting and informative fitness tips and trends we, at Scenic Trex, hear about along the way. Check back frequently to hear about some fun and motivating tips throughout the summer!
One question I've been hearing is: "I like to cycle or run faster than 6mph, like your video description suggests. Is there an option for me?" Yes! For those of you who like to ride or run faster than 6mph or so, you can try simply fast-forwarding your DVD player or computer by one notch. An avid indoor rider friend of mine has proven this method and says it's perfect for him! Personally, while on the treadmill I do walk/jog intervals at a good pace and the video speed as it is works great. In the future, we may add videos that are geared to the faster speeds, but Beachside Jungle and Rainforest were filmed with a hand-held steadi-cam at a natural fast-paced walk speed to get the best footage through the jungles. Hope that answers your speed questions!
For those of you asking about what you can do if you have a bike, but not an indoor/stationary cycle, and want the option to ride indoors. There is an excellent, affordable and space-saving option for you -- an indoor bike trainer for your current bike! Just pop the back tire in the stand and ride...with a Scenic Trex DVD, naturally! There are many companies that make indoor bike trainers, like Blackburn, Elite, Forza, Minoura, CycleOps and Kurt Kinetic, available at many bike shops, sporting good stores and online, of course. Two good sites I've found with many options and some good sales right now are: www.brandscycle.com and www.biketrainershops.com. You can likely pick up a good quality trainer for $150-$200. No excuses - get on the bike!
The MOST important piece of advice I can give you is "JUST GET MOVING!" Sounds simple and it IS simple. It's good for your body, mind and soul! Have you ever finished a workout and said to yourself, "I'm really disappointed I worked out. I should've just stayed on the couch.???" No, I bet not. There is no better way to stay strong and relieve stress at the same time. Again, "JUST GET MOVING"!!
Ok, that's what I've got for ya for now! Till next time...
Happy Trex, Krystal DeBord Creator and Founder, Scenic Trex
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