Wacky But It Works

MYFOXNY.COM - Self Magazine fitness director Sheila Monaghan visited Good Day NY to talk about infomercial products that are wacky - but work. Below are the items mentioned in the segment with a few additional products.

XLaces: $15 to $20

Nubby rubber laces won't come undone when you run.

Magneat Headphone Detangler: $13

Don't get your wires crossed. Wind excess headphone cord around the Magneat to prevent tangles; magnets attach it to clothes.

Trainer trick:

"You might amuse the people near you in the gym, but try to close your eyes during toning moves and visualize the muscles you're targeting to make movements moreprecise and effective."

Jessica Smith, 10 Minute Solution: Ultimate Boot Camp DVD

KT Tape: $13

Color us surprised: Unlike standard athletic tape, these bright strips not only stabilize injuries but also soothe tired muscles and reduce pain.

Injinji toe socks: $14

Socks with toe sleeves may look silly, but they really do stop blister causing skin-on-skin friction.

Banglz: $25

Though not the chicest accessories, these ½-pound bracelets, worn during chores, chisel tank-top-ready arms!

Quantum Scale: $59

No, it's not broken. Instead of your actual number, this tracker measures pounds gained or lost for added motivation.

Shake Weight: $20

We snickered at the SNL spoof, too, but this 2½-pound shaketo- tone dumbbell firms arms in six minutes. That's no joke!

The Acumat: $70

Lie on a mat of plastic spikes? Our first reaction: Hell to the no! But the tiny discs target pressure points to release stress.

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