VERSASTICK® Press - Highways, April 2007

Pumping Tubing

Staying fit on the road presents a number of unique challenges.  Access to gyms is limited, and storage requirements typically dictate that heavy barbells and weight machines be left at home.  And no doubt many of us need to be working off the good life while traveling and socializing in our rigs.

The VersaStick resistance trainer is a good way to hold on to those yearly resolutions to get in shape – or at least work off late afternoon socials and evening potlucks.  The whole kit fits in a compact bag that includes a two-piece bar, three lengths of resistance tubing, a door anchor and a carabiner – and it weighs practically nil.  But you can’t discount the simplicity; this is effective exercise equipment.

To use, connect the bar and attach the resistance tubing via the clips on each end.  Each piece of tubing has a different resistance value – from light to heavy.  If you need more resistance, you simply clip on the second or third length of tubing at the same time.

The easiest method of providing the necessary resistance is to place the tubing under your feet.  A door anchor can also be wedged in a door jam and connected to the tubing using the carabiner.  This gives the user additional exercise positions but may not be practical for use in an RV un less the door is beefy enough to handle the resistance.

Excellent written instructions and a well-done DVD provide great information including fitness and nutritional suggestions and workout programs (including core stability and cardio resistance).  For safety reasons, the instructions must be followed precisely.  VersaStick is available online (www.versastick.com) or by calling 888-938-3772.  It sells for $79.95, which isn’t a high price to pay to stay fit on the road.