(or at least in style)
It wouldn’t be January if we weren’t deluged by messages to lose weight and get fit. This year, resolve to exercise in a new, fun way with the help of these trendy toys. – Vicky Uhland, Special to The Denver Post
Back into the biking fold
Sure, biking is a blast, but after you’ve ridden around your block 400 times, the thrill is just gone. Transport yourself to new vistas with a foldable Breezer bike. This three-speed bike collapses until it’s about 2 square feet, making it easy to fit in your car or carry on the bus. $399-$449. GREENTREE CYCLERY, DENVER; ABSOLUTE BIKES, SALIDA; BROWN’S CYCLES, GRAND JUNCTION
Bad, bad badminton
Tennis babe Maria Sharapova is the spokeswoman for Speedminton, a game that’s like badminton on steroids. Specially designed rackets ensure speeds of up to 190 mph, and light-up birdies even allow you to play in the dark. $29.95. SHARPER IMAGE
Now you’re batting 1.000
You know you could be the next Derek Jeter if only your playing partner was Roger Clemens. Hit like a pro no matter who is pitching with Zip-N-Hit, a contraption that slides baseballs down a rope line at varying speeds and movements. $24.99. THE SPORTS AUTHORITY
No-sweat chic that wicks away moisture
Wouldn’t it be so much more fun to exercise if you could dress as if you were going to the mall instead? Trade your ratty sweat shirt for a chic WalkWrap, a pashmina-style garment made from a high-tech fabric that wicks away moisture and blocks harmful UV rays. $48. WALKSTYLES.COM
