Balanced Review: PACE (Programmed Aerobic/ Anaerobic/ Accommodating Circuit Exercise) is another breath of fresh air in this industry of pill pushers and scam artists. The program consists of hydraulic resistance training and aerobic exercise. In contrast to other strength training equipment, there are no weight stacks to manage, just the safe, accommodating resistance that keeps you moving smoothly and safely around a circuit.

The program focuses on the right things: exercise and balanced nutrition, but falls into the trap of most commercial fitness and weight loss centers: in an attempt to make dull forms of exercise more interesting, they compress the workout into 30 minutes. This strategy of circuit training in a health club works in the short term but rarely beyond a dieter's initial burst of motivation. For those who have physical limitations this may be the best option over traditional health clubs and other forms of exercise. A better option for long-term success for those who are of average health in regards to exercise, are lifestyle exercise sports like tennis, hiking, biking, skiing, climbing, dancing, etcetera... These are the type of activities that you don't think of as exercise and will lead to a lasting victory over your weight problems. Find a basic food plan or choose one of the inexpensive/sensible commercial programs, add lifestyle sports and you have all the ingredients of the best possible option.