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Duncan Isenhower For a decade, Duncan has managed the installation, service and repair of machines for the top manufacturers of fitness equipment including Precor, Cybex, Technogym, Startrac, Freemotion just to name a few. Providing friendly, top quality, "white glove" service propelled Duncan onto the short list of highly-requested servi...ce technicians covering Central Texas. At Austin Fitness Rentals, Duncan is leading the expansion efforts of the finest rental and service team in Texas. His goal is to provide the best solution to meet all of your equipment needs. When he’s not providing stellar customer service, you can most likely find Duncan on the golf course or playing in a gig somewhere in or around Austin. More
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How Long Does Fitness Equipment Last?

How Long Does Fitness Equipment Last?
What is the expected life span of fitness equipment? There are many additional questions that need to be answered in order to properly address the life time expectancy of fitness equipment… what kind of machine is it? (bike, rower, elliptical, treadmill, weights, etc) Is it an inexpensive "made-for-home" machine? Is it a commercially rated unit cap...
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7 Simple, Fun Wellness Challenges to Start At Work

7 Simple, Fun Wellness Challenges to Start At Work
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, over 90 percent of workers spend more than 40 hours per week at work, which makes the workplace a great place to target and change health behaviors. Employers have the potential to positively impact employee health in a number of ways, including making environmental and cultural changes. As part of ...
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Stay Hydrated & Beat the Heat

Stay Hydrated & Beat the Heat
Summer is upon us! Sunny days are inviting and outdoor activities can be enjoyable if you can avoid overheating. When running outdoors in the heat, it is most important to keep your body properly hydrated. This is important whether you are playing sports, a jog, a bike ride, or just sitting in the sun. Keeping the body hydrated helps the heart more...
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The Truth About Activity Trackers and Weight Loss

The Truth About Activity Trackers and Weight Loss
How Wearable Fitness Trackers are Making Weight Loss Goals More Attainable Fitness trackers and tech can help you reach your goals of getting fit, improving your health, or losing weight – as long as your goal is realistic. Today's fitness devices measure steps, monitor your heart rate, estimate both the number of calories consumed and those burned...
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Heart Healthy Steak Options!?!

Heart Healthy Steak Options!?!
Americans have always had a love affair with beef and a recent survey shows that whether celebrating a special occasion or enjoying an everyday meal, Americans love beef. Yet, people are often surprised to learn that lean beef can also be good for their heart. Research shows naturally nutrient-rich lean beef can be an important part of a heart-heal...
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The 30-minute dumbbell workout program to build muscle

The 30-minute dumbbell workout program to build muscle
The 30-minute dumbbell workout program to build muscle ​ by Steve Copper (Men's Fitness Magazine) You don't need fancy equipment to build muscle strength—sculpt a better body right now with just a few pairs of these everyday weights. ​  T here's something intensely  satisfying about lifting with barbells. After all, there's nothing like l...
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There's FitDel!

There's FitDel!
When you need equipment quickly for your home, office, or gym...  There's FitDel!   ​Rent from FitDel and forget about it! We handle everything else...
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Renting Versus Buying Fitness Equipment

Renting Versus Buying Fitness Equipment
Here I would like to talk about renting versus buying fitness equipment. By renting , you get a lot for a small monthly payment. The equipment is professionally assembled, delivered and installed. During the rental, you pay nothing for service and repairs, and you have the option to swap the equipment at any time. FitDel has a complete line of card...
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Why Renting Is Different From Leasing

Why Renting Is Different From Leasing
Renting Fitness Equipment Is Different Than Leasing. Here is why. Rental monthly payments are less than the monthly lease payments. And they INCLUDE all the regular equipment maintenance and includes a valuable, Bumper-to-Bumper warranty with ALL repair parts included. Closed-end lease With a closed-end lease, nothing is owed when the lease period ...
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How To Rent the Fitnex R70 Recumbent Bike

How To Rent the Fitnex R70 Recumbent Bike
Having the Fitnex R70 in your home is much more convenient than driving to and from the gym. This is a very popular machine for rehabbing knees, ankles, and hips. With step-through design and a breathable mesh seat back, the R70 is a one of the most comfortable recumbent bikes on the market today. ​ The R70 operates on self-generating power, so the...
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How To Rent the Fitnex B70 Upright Bike

How To Rent the Fitnex B70 Upright Bike
The B70 is easy to use in your home, and is much more convenient than going to the gym. With a small 42inch by 25inch footprint, it easily fits in almost any room in your home or office. As with all FitDel rentals, service and repairs are included to provide a hassle free experience. ​ The B70 operates on self-generating power so there is no need f...
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Xebex AR1 Indoor Rower

Xebex AR1 Indoor Rower
We compared them side by side and concluded the Xebex Air Rower AR1 is better than that Concept 2 Model D and the Concept 2 Model E. So we've switched to offering the Xebex Air Rower! The Xebex has a higher seat height, making it easier to get on and off. It's heavier and more stable in use. The seat is more comfortable. The foot holders are easier...
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How To Rent the Fitnex E70 Elliptical

How To Rent the Fitnex E70 Elliptical
The Fitnex E70 is a self power generating elliptical for low impact cardiovascular exercise which allows you to get a hearty workout without stressing your joints. T he matrix LED display keeps track of your time, speed, distance, heart rate, work level, and comes with a polar heart rate chest strap. The E70 has 11 programs and 16 levels of resista...
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Have a Rehab Prescription? Rent TAX FREE

Have a Rehab Prescription? Rent TAX FREE
At FitDel, we are contacted by customers that have the need for equipment for a period of time to rehab an injury or medical procedure such as a knee surgery. These customers either have to go to a rehab facility or gym to use equipment, but often have difficulty getting there due to the nature of the injury. The rejoice that we hear: "I can do thi...
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HIIT Training On A Treadmill

HIIT Training On A Treadmill
As its almost Christmas, we're having folks come in to the shop to talk to us about getting exercise equipment for their loved ones. One of the most common questions is, what's the most effective workout? Unless the customer has something specific in mind and wants more detail on a particular workout routine, my usual response is to introduce the c...
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Bikes for Knee Rehabilitation

Bikes for Knee Rehabilitation
Riding a bike is usually considered a safe exercise for knee rehab. The cycle motion helps restore knee joint mobility, strength and flexibility. On a recumbent bike, the user sits in a reclined position. The seat has a backrest and the pedals are in front of the rider instead of beneath as in the position of an upright bike. Pedaling with your fee...
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Top 10 Secrets for Loving your Workout and Sticking to your New Year's resolution

Top 10 Secrets for Loving your Workout and Sticking to your New Year's resolution
Every New Year we commit (and sometimes recommit) to achieving goals we've always wanted to accomplish. Getting in shape is the most common goal set for the New Year. Most of us get excited and join the nearest gym to start the New Year only to have a couple weeks go by and lose the initial motivation. Life starts to take over and our fitness goals...
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How to Hydrate Before, During, and After a Workout

How to Hydrate Before, During, and After a Workout
Proper hydration is vital to your athletic performance and health. To perform your best, learn how to drink enough before, during and after your workouts. ​ Pre-Workout Hydration Before a long run, a race, or a training workout, drink plenty of fluids. The day before an event, drink extra water, 100 percent juice, or other healthy liquids. Mon...
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LOW-CAL Savory Shrimp Scampi

LOW-CAL Savory Shrimp Scampi
Ready in less than 20... This savory low cal shrimp dish is fantastic. At 120 calories/serving, this can be the main course of a meal portioned with sides... or as an entertaining hors d'oeuvre. The savory combination of garlic, pepper, and lemon with shrimp is a winner! Nutritional notes: Shrimp is high in protein and Omega-3 fatty acids 120c...
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Benefits of HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training)

Benefits of HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training)
The benefits of short, high-intensity training sessions are all about your post-recovery state. If you're working harder you're going to have a slightly elevated heart and metabolic rate, meaning you're burning more calories over the recovery period as well as when you're actually training. But how much of a payoff does HIIT really offer over tradi...
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Functional Training System by Body Solid

Functional Training System by Body Solid
Our goal at FitDel is to make sure that your experience renting fitness equipment is easy, convenient, and time saving. We now have a new option for strength training. The Body Solid functional trainer is space saving, time saving, and quality built. Define the motions that are right for you and your individual workout goals. This dual independent ...
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Give the Gift of Fitness!!!

Give the Gift of Fitness!!!
Fitness Equipment Rental Gift Vouchers Available! Today through Friday DEC 16th Why not treat a loved one to the gift of fitness with our Rental Gift Voucher. Save them the hassle of going to the gym by letting them choose whatever piece of FitDel club-quality fitness equipment they want for the desired duration. We'll deliver and set it up for the...
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15 Minute Treadmill Workout

15 Minute Treadmill Workout
Tired of monotonously walking/running along on your treadmill? Try this workout to beat the boredom! Interval cardio workouts have become all the rage over the past few years. Not only can this type of training deliver great results, but changing up your pace and exertion helps to make for a much more interesting and focused workout. ​ Forget the c...
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Spark Up the Romance with a Couples Workout!

Spark Up the Romance with a Couples Workout!
As we all know, some degree of LOVE can be bought with boxes of chocolates and rich romantic dinners. Grab your partner and prepare for that next level of interaction. It's a common fact that a good workout reduces stress, and we could all use a little less stress in our relationships. A regular workout routine develops a sense of pride, accom...
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Grilled Southwest Chicken Skewers

Grilled Southwest Chicken Skewers
Anytime of year that I can get to my grill means... its time to grill! When I think of grilling… The first thing that comes to mind is a big steak, or burgers and the like. Here is a light healthy, but savory dish That is made for entertaining guests of just grilling them up for a main dish in a meal. ​ What You'll Need: 6 - chicken thighs, sk...
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Sesame Kale Chips

Sesame Kale Chips
Those of us who try to snack healthy during the Holidays know that it's not easy... Instead of reaching for unhealthy processed snacks, use this simple recipe to inexpensively create your own yummy kale chips at home! ​ Sesame Mirin Kale Chips What you'll need: 60oz = 170g kale leaves 2 tablespoons melted extra virgin coconut oil 1 tablespoon mirin...
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Wellness Programs - Why You Should Participate

Wellness Programs - Why You Should Participate
Health, wealth, and happiness can easily be achieved by becoming actively involved in a Wellness Program (WP). There are many benefits that come with participation in one of these programs... ​ For an individual, it means lowered health care costs, reduced absenteeism, reduced occurrence of illness, and higher productivity to name a few. It can als...
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Get To Know Your Metabolic Rate

Get To Know Your Metabolic Rate
While you've probably seen a few dozen, hundred, thousand, million(?) posts about how to lose weight, some and perhaps most of what you've seen is surrounded in marketing hype. Dr. Oz, in his infinite (or is it finite?) tele-evangilistic wisdom has touted no less than 16 miracle cures for weight loss in his 5 years on the air. Pomeroy, writing for ...
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Avocado Hummus

Avocado Hummus
The creamy and decadent taste of this Middle Eastern dip has been growing in popularity in the homes of millions of Americans. Hummus's ingredients, including mashed chickpea, tahini, oil, lemon juice, and garlic, load the thick paste with vitamins, antioxidants and minerals. The superfood is not only heart-healthy, it delivers a ton of benefits fo...
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Tips For Drinking Low Calorie

Tips For Drinking Low Calorie
It's hard enough to keep our weight gain down during the Holidays. Even cocktails at a simple get together contribute to your caloric intake. Making the right choices for your Holiday party spirits, can help keep the seasonal weight gain in check. ​ Pure alcohol is very high in calories. For instance Everclear has 226 calories per 1.5 oz and is 190...
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