That's Fit

Most abdominal exercises can't quite be called relaxing. You might enjoy them, and they might not be painful, but if you try to tell me any exercises really feel wonderful while you're doing them, I'm going to ... well, I just won't believe you. But that's not really my point.

This week's Fit Gadget, the Multi-Core-Flex Excel Body Gym, is designed to massage your back while working your abs, quads, and inner and outer thighs. Actually, it claims that, in addition to giving you a fantastic workout, it will give you "the most relaxing back massage you've ever had. Its comfortable rounded pads enable you to stretch your entire upper body as well as your back for total relaxation."

Hmm ...
All that sounds pretty fantastic, but I'm not sure "total relaxation" really goes along with a hard-core ab workout. I'm also skeptical about their promise -- by using the machine for only five minutes a day, they guarantee "tighter abs, a stronger back, and a shapelier bottom within 30 days or your money back."

With a money back guarantee, I suppose there's no harm in trying it out if it sounds like your cup of tea -- you can get your own for $69.95 here. I think I'll stick to using an exercise ball -- I get a good stretch, and call me crazy, but I still think it's kind of fun to sit on them!

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