Exercise unltd: Exercise & Fitness Needs and Equipment
Featured is an exercise-themed postcard image created by Spencer Rowell as one of a series of images to promote The Body Line. The original unused card (along with others from the series) is for sale in The unltd.com Store.
Showcasing Exercise & Fitness Programs, Equipment, & Accessories.
Find Exercise and Fitness-related Products and Services. Connect and Interact with those who share your interest in Exercise and Fitness.
Below you'll find Merchants and Products which speak to the topic of this site and which, in keeping with our mission as The Web's Concierge, have been carefully chosen and individually screened for your shopping ease and pleasure. They are not paid ads, but rather companies with whom we have selectively chosen to partner. We do earn a referral fee if you find something you like or need and purchase it. We have striven to bring you the "best in breed" companies ... those that: we like, our friends like, have great sites and service, have good online reviews, positive consumer reports, and are family friendly. Keep us posted with regards to your own personal experiences with them.
You may be surprised at companies that have not been included. The "noisiest" in the marketplace are not always the best. We have chosen 1) newer innovative companies that are performing well and garnering respect in their respective niches as well as 2) "Main Street" companies that have been reliably getting the job done for decades ... in some cases centuries. Our oldest partner, thus far, has been in business since 1819! That's staying power.
Rest assured, if we've included a certain vendor in a site's line-up, there's a very specific reason for it. You may have to hunt and poke a bit, but it'll be well worth the effort. Enjoy the adventure!
Merchants
The Leader of the Pack
Pilates Style: The first publication dedicated to the Pilates exercise phenomenon ... includes instruction and workouts as well as informative articles on nutrition, health, beauty, home, and travel as they relate to the Pilates lifestyle.
Customer Favorites:
As We Change: Offering products for women 40 and over, including personal care and beauty products, slimming apparel (some great stuff here), and health and nutritional supplements ... all geared towards the very definite needs of that demographic. Finally.
Danskin: The Official Site of Danskin ... One of the longest-lived brands (over 120 years!) of women's dance and activewear. You'll find leotards and leggings and other dancewear accessories as well as fitness, yoga, and thriathlete wear. Custom, coordinated "Team" activewear solutions as well. Plus Sizes available.
FLEX - Digital: The magazine for serious bodybuilders and weight lifters who want to find out the best ways to add size and symmetry using champion-level workout routines. You'll find advice columns from champion bodybuilders on how to train effectively, articles on scientific nutrition and exercise routines, recuperation strategies to boost muscle gains, competitor profiles, and coverage of contests with plenty of photographs conveying the excitement of competition ... literally the world's hardcore bodybuilding resource.
Garmin: The global leader in satellite navigation ... since 1989. You'll find GPS devices of all types for all applications ... even activity and fitness monitoring.
Kohl's: One amazing department store - if you put it in your home, on your body, or if it involves sports, play, or toys of any type, they've got it. (A hint ... if you are looking for counter or bar stools, this is probably the most extensive selection on the planet!)
Men's Fitness: A magazine for today's health-conscious male who wants to gain optimum results from his diet and workouts. You'll find ways to efficiently work specific body parts, get the best nutrition from foods, and unleash more passion into whatever you do.
Muscle & Fitness: A lifestyle magazine for the man or woman interested in super fitness and vigorous health at any age. Professional advice is provided in each issue for all levels of fitness with advanced exercise science, illustrated workout techniques, sports medicine articles, and proper nutrition guidelines to help strengthen and build the body.
New Balance: A leading global athletic footwear and apparel company ... they have really refocused their brand in this niche in a very big way.
Prevention: Helping people (like you) live healthier lives by keeping them up to date on the latest medical technology developments and offering advice on how to prevent sicknesses and injuries before they occur. Each issue of Prevention Magazine covers information on nutrition, physical fitness, healthy recipes, skin care, stress reduction, and alternative medicines. A favorite and trusted resource for over 60 years!
Shape: A magazine devoted to Women's Fitness .... each issue covers the latest health, exercise, and nutrition news, as well as recipes and new exercise routines and tips.
TotalGym: The official site for the TotalGym ... the one exercise and/or training machine that's the equivalent of all the equipment found in a gym. There are 3 models: 2000, XLS, & FIT. I guess if Chuck Norris and Christie Brinkley like it ... it works.
Wayfair: An absolute favorite ... no mater the style of your home, you will find the answer to every interior design and decorating challenging amongst this company's wares ... be it furniture or decorative accessories. I could (and you may) spend a whole day shopping this site ... either with a dedicated shopping list in hand or just to browse for ideas. Enjoy.
More Resources:
Abe's of Maine: A Family Owned and Operated Camera Store (Other Consumer Electronics Also) for 35 Years. If You're Looking for the Personal Touch Online ... There's really not much that they don't have. So don't think it's strange if you see us recommending them where you least expect it!
Amazon: One of the planet's most mind-boggling arrays of goods. First came the books. Now they've added every other product on the planet. The ultimate in selection and convenience across multiple categories.
Best Buy: A FAVORITE consumer electronics purveyor ... they've got just about every electronic and digital gadget imaginable ... and MUCH, MUCH MORE (It's more like "what don't they have" ... and you can even order online and pick up your purchases at the store - for free! They also have in-store repair services ... think "Geeks" ... and more. They've even got a "spare parts" store ... check that out at Spare Parts unltd.com. This company has figured out how to do a "whole lot right".
Bicycle Times - Digital: A magazine dedicated to the fun and practical enjoyment of the pedal-powered sport of bicycling ... digital only ... providing in-depth information to a wide range of cycling enthusiasts, from the occasional rider looking for area bike paths and families that like to pedal together to the seasoned rider participating in area fundraisers and the urban commuter who relies on "wheels" to get to and from work on a daily basis.
BJ's: Probably America's favorite wholesale shopping club. Great for individuals, families, and small businesses (actually big ones too!). Not much you can't find here. And at great prices.
Brookstone: A specialty retailer offering an assortment of consumer products that are functional in purpose, distinctive in quality and design, and not widely available from other retailers ... just the coolest place to find the neat, the unusual, the pragmatic, and most importantly, the innovative! (They have long been "the" leader in the "travel comfort and preparedness" column ... it sure helped sell their wares in all those airport stores.) Always a satisfying shopping experience.
Carol Wright Gifts: Carrying the same vast selection of items found in the original catalog ... the latest "As Seen on TV" products, housewares, bedding, kitchen aids, and garden accessories, as well as caftans, shoes, outerwear, and sleepwear for men & women and tons of kitschy, fun gifts and character items from yesteryear. Finally there's the great "Wright Price" Clearance section. Lots of Christmas gifts bought from Carol over the years!
EastBay: A leading world supplier of athletic footwear and apparel and sports equipment.
Kalyx: Kalyx is a neat and unusual destination that covers several distinct and diverse (distinct and diverse on steroids) niches, yet does them comprehensively. There probably is no more extensive resource on the planet for herbs (especially in bulk) and "natural food" products including homeopathic extracts (a bit pricey), nutritional supplements, natural therapies and remedies, etc. The same goes for Sports & Games ... an incredibly vast selection of every Sport and Game imaginable. Then there's the Personal Care, Kitchen and Housewares products (for personal and commercial varieties), Gardening and Hydroponics, and even Science (definitely geared to the teaching environment here) categories. An unusual site, but one you want to be sure to check out when you've either got lots of time to browse or quickly need something in a distinct category. A site that fills both leisurely and "gotta get it now" browsing methods.
Leekes: A leading regional upper-scale UK Department Store offering luxury furnishings; home & garden decorating accessories for the interior and exterior spaces, including garden decor; and even their own branded tableware, electrical appliances, and cookware. Not bad for a company that started out as a "smithy" well over a hundred years ago! Ships to the UK Mainland.
Men's Health: A magazine dedicated to helping men obtain well-rounded, healthy lifestyles - in body, mind, and spirit. You'll find exercise techniques, diet and new health-related product tips, and articles and columns that address physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
Mountain Bike Action: Geared towards the avid mountain biker ... jam-packed with bike tests, technical riding tips, training and fitness plans, product reviews and buying guides, coverage of biking trails across the USA ... and more.
Newegg.com: Every geek's favorite shopping site.. It's a guess, but an educated one and probably not too far off the mark. More recently, they've added to their inventory ... at this juncture, they've become a first rate one-stop shop for just about anything you could need or want.
Online Sports: Just a fun place to browse for anything and everything sports - gear and equipment, accessories, apparel, memorabilia, and gifts. You'll find something for the fan of ANY sport ... from sports themed home furnishings to sports gear to jewelry. Be forewarned ... the "search" function is not as efficient as it could be ... but they've got the stuff! Very, very cool!
Panasonic: Long and still a favorite when it comes to consumer electronics of almost any variety ... for both performance and reliability. You'll find the full gamut .... from LCD TVs, digital cameras, and home entertainment components to home appliances and personal care products ... and much, more more.
Runner's World: America's number one running magazine since 1966! Keeping with its goal of instructing and inspiring readers, you'll find articles about training, injury prevention, diet and health (the mag is published by Rodale), and motivational stories from successful athletes and recreational runners alike. You'll also find reviews on running shoes and other accessories, as well as news about important race events.
Sears: What started as your favorite catalog store has survived to become a giant retailer - 2,300 Sears branded and affiliated stores across the US and Canada - of all your "home, hearth, and garden needs" including apparel, appliances, tools, and automotive products. We may take them for granted, but there isn't much they don't have across all niches ... all displayed across an organized, easy to navigate site.
Shopko: Offering a Real Online Smorgasbord of Products and Brands (They've Been Doing It Offline Since 1962). A huge selection ... everything from "Minions" to Mach-speed Tablets!
Spartan Race: Spartan Race provides Obstacle Course Races and/or Challenges. The Goal: To Get You Off the Couch - in a Big Way! Or If You're Already Active and Fit ... To Provide You with an Even Bigger Challenge. Here you'll be able to Register for an Event and Shop the Spartan Store. Sponsored by Reebok.
Target.com: This favorite shopping destination has become one of the Web's 5 top favorite places to shop ... the company has worked its way into the Fortune 50. They've really covered all the bases when it comes to customers' "wants and likes".
The Puma Store: One of the world's leading sport lifestyle companies ... it was one of the first companies that began life in the sports niche and ended up in the fashion category.
WillyGoat: Providing everything "outdoor play" from swingsets - wooden and metal - and play sets to trampolines, "ride on" vehicles, playhouses, and more. And if you don't want to play outside or the weather's bad ... no worry ... there are game tables of every sort imaginable. They've got the grills, pool furniture, and floats covered as well. Also, if you're a public/commercial entity in charge of a youth or rec program, there's commercial grade playground and sporting equipment to meet your needs. The site can be a bit weird to navigate, but they've got the stuff!
