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Dumbbells vs. kettlebells: Make the right choice for your fitness goals

Fitness & Sports
By Tanya Menoni on April 25, 2012 in

Four girls working out with dumbbells or kettlebells

Kettlebells are one of the hottest workout trends around, and chances are you've seen someone swinging these round cast-iron weights. They are most often used for explosive motions with a focus on whole-body conditioning, while dumbbells are usually (but not always) used to isolate and build strength in specific muscles. Experts say kettlebells and dumbbells bring different fitness gains, but they each deserve their own place in your home gym.

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What items do fitness editors keep in their gym bags?

Fitness & Sports
By Carey Rossi on January 25, 2012 in

A gym bag with water bottle, towel, jump rope and stopwatch

The New Year is here and the gym and running paths are more crowded. The slew of New Year, New You hopefuls is hitting a crescendo. If you are one of them, outfitting your efforts may seem overwhelming as there are a slew of athletic companies vying for your motivation-to-move dollar.

Fitness editors test a slew of pants, shorts, shoes, weight lifting gloves, sports bras and tops, any new fitness gadget and even socks. So ConsumerSearch asked them: Which items have become a staple in your gym bag and why?

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