Entries in exercise (4)

Tuesday
Nov052013

Nike + app now takes advantage of the iPhone 5s M7 coprocessor

If you build it, they will come. This applies to Apple's new iPhone hardware the M7 coprocessor assists the powerful A7 processor. Nike + app takes advantage of the M7 coprocessor and new CoreMotion APIs in iOS 7, allowing it to track more reliable and accurate movement data in the background, even when the phone is asleep, while also conserving battery life. Great for users who are invested in the Nike + suite of products. Nike + is free.

Thursday
Jun202013

7-Minute Workout eliminates exercise excuses

You have probably heard or said the words “I don’t have time to exercise” countless of times. With the 7-Minute Workout app, you no longer have any excuse to keep reverting to that reason.

The Windows Phone 8 app will guide you through 12 specific exercises in seven minutes. You just need that time, a wall, and a chair and then you’re good to go. A trial version of the app runs you through the first six exercises, while the full app can be downloaded here for $0.99.

Friday
Feb182011

Review: Kinect Sports on XBox 360

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

One of the key selling points of Microsoft's Kinect controller is that it offers a true exercise benefit that, provided you put in the time and effort, will get your heart racing and have you working up a decent sweat in no time. Kinect Sports is a launch title that's focused on the competitive aspect of such games as bowling boxing, table tennis, track and field and beach volleyball and puts the Kinect controller as well as players to the test.

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Monday
Jan242011

WishList: PodFlexPro iPhone/iPod/smartphone flexible dock

Okay, unlike most WishList features the PodFlexPro isn't overly expensive or exotic but it is incredibly useful. For users who want to watch videos on their smartphones or MP3 players, the PodFlexPro safely wraps around surfaces and frees up the user's hands.  Available for $24.00, this is a great solution for folks who spend time on treadmills, stationary bikes or walkers but who want to be entertained while getting exercise.