I just returned from a bike ride around the neighborhood -- a ride for cross training.  I use a mountain bike, because previously I rode trails quite a bit, but now I use it on the roads mostly.  I found, though, that these days they sell tires that work for both off-road and on-road -- they are knobbies with a slick strip down the center.  

It probably doesn't matter much whether you're using a road bike or a mountain bike for cross training, but a road bike should go faster.  The disadv...
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This is the time of the year when the weather has us looking at fitness equipment dealers for our exercise needs.  So I got really excited when I found out there are some great deals on the best home exercise equipment right now.  This sale ends on January 17, so you'll need to be quick if you want to buy.

Here are some of the deals I found:

Bowflex PR1000 Home Gym on sale $599.99. Save $200 1/11-1/17

ProForm CrossWalk 380 Treadmill on sale $349.99. Save $150 1/11-1/17

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