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Horizon Fitness: A Cottage Grove, Wisconsin-based [6] company that manufactures treadmills, stationary bicycles, elliptical trainers for domestic use. Advanced Fitness Groups (AFG) : Also a Cottage Grove, Wisconsin-based subsidiary [ 7 ] that acts as a semi-exclusive name brand for Sears (in the United States) and Canadian Tire (in Canada) [ 8 ]
They also carry a full line of elliptical trainers and exercise bikes. During the late 1990s and early 2000s, the company made their first and only foray in the commercial gym equipment market with their 9600 series. This range included a treadmill, an incline trainer, an elliptical, and recumbent and upright bikes.
York Barbell is an American-based international manufacturer of fitness equipment. Its roots date back to when Bob Hoffman , who was named "Father of World Weightlifting" by the International Weightlifting Federation , bought Alan Calvert 's 1902 Milo Barbell Company and founded York Barbell in 1932. [ 1 ]
Example of modern treadmill. A treadmill is a device generally used for walking, running, or climbing while staying in the same place.Treadmills were introduced before the development of powered machines to harness the power of animals or humans to do work, often a type of mill operated by a person or animal treading the steps of a treadwheel to grind grain.
The same year, Life Fitness expanded into treadmills. Life Fitness was acquired by Brunswick Corporation in June 1997 for $310 million. [5] [6] The sale was completed on July 11, 1997. [7] Later in 1997, Life Fitness bought Hammer Strength, a manufacturer of weight machines. [8] ParaBody, Inc. was bought by Life Fitness in 1998. [9] [10]
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2007 Toyota Yaris hatchback owner's manual 1919 Ford Motor Company car and truck operating manual. An owner's manual (also called an instruction manual or a user guide) is an instructional book or booklet that is supplied with almost all technologically advanced consumer products such as vehicles, home appliances and computer peripherals.
Physical fitness is a state of health and well-being and, more specifically, the ability to perform aspects of sports, occupations, and daily activities. Physical fitness is generally achieved through proper nutrition, [1] moderate-vigorous physical exercise, [2] and sufficient rest along with a formal recovery plan. [3]