New fitness gadget

fatkat555 · 08-06-16, 01:03 AM

Just wondering if anybody has seen or used this gadget?

https://www.simplyfitboard.com/?mid=8316119

My husband is severely overweight and I'm wondering if this would help him get moving. 😊

beyond.omega · 08-06-16, 01:43 AM

I once bought something similar at a toystore for my nephew because I thought it was a lot of fun, but I'm not sure he played with it. I wish I bought one for myself instead.

However, I'm not sure if it would be right for your husband (nor do I know if it is wrong.) If he is interested in it, I think it would be worth a try. But if he is trying to lose weight, mostly he just needs to find something he can do consistently.

(P.S. What is your professional fitness relationship?

)

Helen · 08-06-16, 05:15 AM

If he's severely overweight, perhaps just getting him to start out regularly walking?
My DH started that way, with us both walking down town every Saturday morning to collect the newspapers & home via the beach where we sat & read them with a coffee in the pavillion there.

Since then, he began to really enjoy the regular walk, and has built up to 3 days/week, and includes a long stretch of stairs at the water's edge. Has bought a HRM chest strap & proudly tells me how far he went, his peak HR & how many calories he burnt.

bearcatfan · 08-06-16, 06:34 AM

It looks a lot like the Firm Wave. Maybe slicker on the bottom so you can swivel.

https://www.amazon.com/The-Firm-05-5.../dp/B001VLFEDU

eeyore · 08-06-16, 07:24 AM

I have one but haven't really gotten into using it. It's harder than it looks! At least for me, because I have crummy balance. This device really works your core" they sell them on QVC and I had some sort of points to use with a credit card and got it really cheap with the discount.

PrairieGem · 08-06-16, 07:27 AM

Here's a longer thread from this spring:

http://forum.videofitness.com/showth...ighlight=board

Robin C · 08-06-16, 07:30 AM

I believe they also sell this on QVC. Might have some reviews you can look at.

Joni O · 08-06-16, 07:34 AM

Ha. Not a new concept. My mom had a square one when I was a kid. We used to play with it.

firmaniac · 08-06-16, 05:51 PM

All the best w/ your DH's efforts. There was a wobble board similar to this at Goodwill today (made by Reebok) for $3.99. If you are interested in it (or the similar The FIRM The Wave mentioned above) maybe try ebay or craigslist for a 'deal'? I know The Wave has a weight/poundage restriction disclaimer with it, so it might be helpful to check out that detail as well before purchase. All the best to you both.

fatkat555 · 08-06-16, 07:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beyond.omega

I once bought something similar at a toystore for my nephew because I thought it was a lot of fun, but I'm not sure he played with it. I wish I bought one for myself instead.

However, I'm not sure if it would be right for your husband (nor do I know if it is wrong.) If he is interested in it, I think it would be worth a try. But if he is trying to lose weight, mostly he just needs to find something he can do consistently.

(P.S. What is your professional fitness relationship?

)

I'm a former Bar Method instructor and now I teach independently. 😉

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08-06-16, 01:03 AM
fatkat555 Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: New Orleans metro area	New fitness gadget Just wondering if anybody has seen or used this gadget? https://www.simplyfitboard.com/?mid=8316119 My husband is severely overweight and I'm wondering if this would help him get moving. 😊 __________________ Fatkat You have to make a mess, sometimes, to clean it up. DISCLOSURE: I have a professional relationship with a seller or producer of fitness videos or products. For details, please see my profile.

08-06-16, 01:43 AM
beyond.omega VF Supporter Join Date: Dec 2006	I once bought something similar at a toystore for my nephew because I thought it was a lot of fun, but I'm not sure he played with it. I wish I bought one for myself instead. However, I'm not sure if it would be right for your husband (nor do I know if it is wrong.) If he is interested in it, I think it would be worth a try. But if he is trying to lose weight, mostly he just needs to find something he can do consistently. (P.S. What is your professional fitness relationship? )

08-06-16, 05:15 AM
Helen Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Australia	If he's severely overweight, perhaps just getting him to start out regularly walking? My DH started that way, with us both walking down town every Saturday morning to collect the newspapers & home via the beach where we sat & read them with a coffee in the pavillion there. Since then, he began to really enjoy the regular walk, and has built up to 3 days/week, and includes a long stretch of stairs at the water's edge. Has bought a HRM chest strap & proudly tells me how far he went, his peak HR & how many calories he burnt. __________________ 2024: 👏 STRIVE rather than settle.👏 💪STRONG rather than soft.💪 • No exercise can compensate for a poor diet. 😖 • Walking is phenomenally good for me. 😊 • Resistance training is critical. 💯 ¹ Walk first ² Weights next ³ Cardio for fun ⁴ Add stretch & balance.

08-06-16, 06:34 AM
bearcatfan Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ohio	It looks a lot like the Firm Wave. Maybe slicker on the bottom so you can swivel. https://www.amazon.com/The-Firm-05-5.../dp/B001VLFEDU __________________ Rose

08-06-16, 07:24 AM
eeyore Join Date: Feb 2002	Fatkat I have one but haven't really gotten into using it. It's harder than it looks! At least for me, because I have crummy balance. This device really works your core" they sell them on QVC and I had some sort of points to use with a credit card and got it really cheap with the discount.

08-06-16, 07:27 AM
PrairieGem Join Date: Jan 2013	Here's a longer thread from this spring: http://forum.videofitness.com/showth...ighlight=board __________________ ~Gem *Dux femina facti*

08-06-16, 07:30 AM
Robin C Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Niagara Falls, NY	I believe they also sell this on QVC. Might have some reviews you can look at.

08-06-16, 07:34 AM
Joni O VF Supporter Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities, MN	Ha. Not a new concept. My mom had a square one when I was a kid. We used to play with it.

08-06-16, 05:51 PM
firmaniac Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: A back road in Oregon	All the best w/ your DH's efforts. There was a wobble board similar to this at Goodwill today (made by Reebok) for $3.99. If you are interested in it (or the similar The FIRM The Wave mentioned above) maybe try ebay or craigslist for a 'deal'? I know The Wave has a weight/poundage restriction disclaimer with it, so it might be helpful to check out that detail as well before purchase. All the best to you both. __________________ Julie DISCLOSURES DETAILED IN MY PROFILE Murder at The FIRM: legalgraffitigreetings.wordpress.com Please visit 'The FIRM Ephemera Scrapbook' on facebook for a visual history of The FIRM