Sports

This handheld electronic device is packed with sports trivia. Shaped like a referee, it should settle any sports argument. With the Sports Master you can search for key stats on all your favorite sports including seasonal highlights, sport bios, and official rules. It includes information on auto racing, baseball, basketball, boxing, golf, hockey, tennis and of course football. $30; www.excaliburelectronics.net

With the popularity of Pilates as the hip new workout of choice,this brand new workout regime with top yoga and Pilates instructor Kristin McGee is perfect for Pilates enthusiasts who want a more cutting edge beat and the ability to customize their workout routines. Read more

The BodyWedge 21 is an inflatable exercise wedge which offers hundreds of exercises for strength and muscle building, aerobics, Pilates, Yoga and other fitness programs. It is the perfect exercise tool for frequent travelers who want to exercise anytime or anywhere. The inflatable unit comes complete with a pump for quick inflation and deflation, an exercise DVD for fitness tips and exercises and a 21-exercise, full-body workout poster.

January 2005 – Weighing 90 percent more than standard putters and buoyed by immediate acceptance on the PGA, Champions and Nationwide Tours, three revolutionary Heavy Putter models will be introduced at the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, Florida, January 27-30 (booth #4035). Read more

Jan. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Today Nike will unveil its new women's fitness dance collection as well as the new "Nike Rockstar Workout" fitness class created in collaboration with celebrity director/choreographer, Jamie King. The Nike Rockstar Workout will be available at Crunch Fitness throughout the country beginning in February 2005.

Hilton Hotels & Resorts just announced it has signed an agreement with Bally Total Fitness to provide hotel guests with access to more than 5,000 certified personal trainers at Hilton or Bally locations in major cities throughout North America. In addition, Hilton’s Personal Performance Program includes enhancements to its in-room exercise options by offering an in-room “mini gym” designed by Bally Total Fitness at properties across the country. The hotel plans to debut these services to hotel guests starting Feb. 1, 2005.

In many parts of the country, the onset of fall and winter weather means a lot less time spent outdoors running, biking or swimming. If you’re looking to stay active, consider joining a fitness center. It can be a great way to vary your routine, add some new twists to your workout and even consult a personal trainer to take your fitness commitment to the next level. Most important, it allows you to ensure that fitness remains a part of your daily life.

December 2004 -- Schedules are never tighter than during the holiday season when the phrase “time crunch” takes on a whole new meaning. The Internet has certainly helped with 24/7 shopping, but wouldn’t it be even better to have our own personal shopper on hand to find the items we need and to give us great gift ideas? This holiday season, Personal Shopper, Inc. launches a free personal shopping software and service designed to save time, money, and organize holiday gift giving. Personal Shopper selects products tailored to your unique interests, style and brand preferences, as well as gift ideas customized for each recipient and upcoming occasion. All this is delivered to your computer desktop in a gallery-like, easy to use shopping toolbar. The software and service is available at no cost to the user from the company’s website at www.personalshopper.com.

December 2004 -- Bowflex, best known for its innovative home exercise gyms, is now introducing a new style of free-weight dumbbells that are as stylish as they are practical.Read more

Nov. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Judging by the spike in childhood obesity rates, it's never too early to get children interested in sports and fitness.Read more