Archive for the ‘Exercise / Fitness’ Category

Dietary Supplements to Replenish and Energize

Proper nutrition isn’t always easy to maintain, even if you are eatin’ your greens.  But it is more important than you might imagine when it comes to feeling energized and focused.  Kids and adults alike – especially those with dietary restrictions, illness, disease, high stress or activity levels or just plain busy lives - often need to supplement or completely rely [...]

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Posted by Valerie Paxton on April 11th, 2011 at 11:27 am
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Posted in Adult Nutrition, Bedridden, Child Nutrition, Children / Pediatric, Cold / Flu, Conditions, Diabetes, Dietary Supplements, Exercise / Fitness, General Interest, Maternity Care, Multiple Sclerosis, Patient Care, Personal Care, Stress Management, Stroke, Vitamins, Weight Loss, Wound Care

Stop Back Pain with these Top Sellers!

Almost everyone experiences back pain at some time in their lives.  For me, and I suspect for most, back pain is surprisingly debilitating and ridiculously persistent.  The good news is there are products to help manage back pain or even eliminate it all together.   If your low back pain doesn’t go away after a few days, or [...]

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Posted by Valerie Paxton on March 1st, 2011 at 11:00 am
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Posted in Back / Abdominal / Hip, Back Pain, Balance - Core Products, Conditions, Exercise / Fitness, Hot/Cold Therapy, Massagers, Orthopedics / Orthotics, Pain Management, Pain Management, Patient Care, Personal Care, Pillows & Wedges, Relaxation Products, Whirlpools

5 Tips for Successful New Year’s Resolutions

Starting the year with a list of New Year’s Resolutions may be as commonplace as ending the year without them. Perhaps therein lies the problem – starting with a list of resolutions intead of just one specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and time-based (S.M.A.R.T.) goal . . .  but I digress.  Below are a few tricks to improve your chances [...]

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Posted by Valerie Paxton on January 4th, 2011 at 11:03 am
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Posted in Balance - Core Products, Blood Pressure Monitors, Conditions, Cycles/Pedlars, Diagnostic Products, Exercise / Fitness, General Interest, Insomnia, Medical Supplies Buyers Guides, OTC Medications, Personal Care, Pillows & Wedges, Quit Smoking, Stress Management, Stretching, Water Exercise Equipment, Weight Loss, Yoga Equipment

Gift Ideas for Any Budget

Gift buying is in full swing now that Thanksgiving has passed and it couldn’t be a better time to shop for the perfect gift at Allegro.  Be sure to take advantage of our current promotions and exceptional deals when buying gifts for your loved ones . . . or for yourself.  Happy Holidays! Shop All Gift [...]

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Posted by Valerie Paxton on November 30th, 2010 at 12:21 pm
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Posted in Around the House, Exercise / Fitness, Gift Ideas, Personal Care, Seasonal Items, Stress Management

Travel Aids for Safety, Convenience and Comfort

Travel, especially during the holidays, should be fun and exciting. Certainly no time to be stressed about safety, getting into and out of cars, on and off airplanes.  And let’s face it, the more comfortable you are during  your journey and at your destination, the better.  But if you are elderly, disabled or traveling with small children, [...]

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Posted by Valerie Paxton on November 16th, 2010 at 12:33 pm
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Posted in Bathroom Assists, Beds, Canes, Daily Living Aids, Diabetes, Diabetes Travel Aids, Diabetic Supplies, Exercise / Fitness, General Interest, Grooming Aids, Home Comfort & Safety, Mobility Scooters, Safety Products, Seasonal Items, Toiletries & OTC Medications, Transportation Comfort & Safety, Travel Aids, Travel Pillows, Walking Assistance, Wheelchairs, Wheelchairs & Scooters

Exercise Equipment for Winter Workouts

If inclement weather is forcing your workouts indoors,  we have just the right workout equipment to keep you in shape over the winter.  No need to pay for a gym membership year after year.  Instead, invest in your own home gym and in no time you’ll have everything you need to accomplish any fitness goal, plus the ultimate weapon [...]

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Posted by Valerie Paxton on November 2nd, 2010 at 11:41 am
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Posted in Balance - Core Products, Cycles/Pedlars, Exercise / Fitness, General Interest, Stress Management, Stretching, Weight Loss, Yoga Equipment

Knee Pain: Top 10 Knee Supports

We are tough on our knees.   Knee surgeries, knee replacements, sports injuries - I hear about them every day.  No wonder we sell so many knee braces, supports, wraps, straps and bands.  And they do more than just support your knee.  These products are designed to give relief - blissfully immediate relief in most cases -  from pre- knee surgery [...]

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Posted by Valerie Paxton on August 24th, 2010 at 11:55 am
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Posted in Arthritis, Exercise / Fitness, Hospital Discharge Favorites, Knee, Knee Replacement, Orthopedics / Orthotics, Pain Management

Top 10 Stretching and Flexibility Products

The jury may still be out as to whether stretching actually prevents injuries and/or improves athletic performance but one thing is for sure – it feels good.  And for increasing flexibility, there’s nothing like a good stretch. Want to increase your flexibility?  Here are some products designed to help you  get your best stretch. Top 10 Most Popular [...]

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Posted by Valerie Paxton on July 19th, 2010 at 4:16 pm
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Posted in Ankle Pain, Back Pain, Exercise / Fitness, Plantar Fasciitis, Stretching

Cool Products to Beat Summer Heat

Freshen up, cool off and beat the summer heat with these Top 10 cooling products from Allegro.  Top 10 COOL Products for Summer  Cooling Pillows- Hot nights?  Get relief from night sweats and hot necks with cooling sensation Chillow pillows.  Year-round relief from hormonal sweats or just to cool off during the summer . . . [...]

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Posted by Valerie Paxton on June 29th, 2010 at 3:40 pm
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Posted in Ankle / Foot, Ankle Pain, Casting Supplies, Foot Care, Foot Pain, Humidifiers / Vaporizers, Incontinence, Personal Care, Pillows & Wedges, Plantar Fasciitis, Respiratory Therapy, Seasonal Items, Water Exercise Equipment

Father’s Day – Perfect Gifts for All Dads

Father’s Day is Sunday, June 20, 2010.  Choose the perfect gift for your Dads, Uncles, Grandpas and Father-in-laws with these Father’s Day gift ideas.  Hard to buy for that special guy?  Fear not, dear shopper, for we have selected these Father’s Day Presents to suit all dads from young to senior, with varied abilities and special interests.  No [...]

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Posted by Valerie Paxton on June 7th, 2010 at 3:48 pm
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Posted in Daily Living Aids, Exercise / Fitness, Gardening, General Interest, Gift Ideas, Mobility Scooters, Outdoor Gear