Whether you are exercising for fitness or physical therapy,
you can now easily perform virtually any stretching,
strengthening, or range of motion exercise with the FITSTRAP.

The sample workouts on FITSTRAP.com each consist of one or more of the following exercises: resistance, cardiovascular, plyometric, martial arts, and yoga.

Workouts with the FITSTRAP can be quick, easy, and effective.

• Always make sure you have medical clearance prior to beginning an exercise program.
• Before beginning a workout program, understand your current physical condition (benchmark data) and set realistic goals.
• Try to perform different exercises for the same body part to train different parts of the muscle.
• Don't be affraid to try new exercises under the supervison of a certified trainer.
• Try to switch workout routines every 4-6 months to avoid boredom.
• Try to add variety to your workouts.
• Don't be affraid to workout with a partner for motivational purposes.
• Keep notes on your workouts and exercises to monitor your performance and results.

-Reduces the risk of heart disease by improving blood circulation throughout the body
-Keeps weight under control
-Improves blood cholesterol levels
-Prevents and manages high blood pressure
-Prevents bone loss
-Boosts energy level
-Helps manage stress
-Releases tension
-Improves the ability to fall asleep quickly and sleep well
-Improves self-image
-Counters anxiety and depression and increases enthusiasm and optimism
-Increases muscle strength, increasing the ability to do other physical activities
-Provides a way to share an activity with family and friends
-Establishes good heart-healthy habits in children and counters the conditions (obesity, high blood pressure, poor cholesterol levels, poor lifestyle habits, etc.) that lead to heart attack and stroke later in life
-In older people, helps delay or prevent chronic illnesses and diseases associated with aging and maintains quality of life and independence longer

Source: American Heart Association http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=764

*The workouts on FITSTRAP.com are general in nature and are not intended for eveyone. We intend on offering custom workouts in the near future.