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Dedicated to women who wish to better themselves through physical fitness & nutrition. Covers training, nutrition information & industry updates from the female perspective! In-depth articles on the latest medical breakthroughs, motivational pieces on professional athletes and much more!
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 Reviews can be misleading...., December 28, 2005
By J. K. Falk
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Oxygen is not a magazine for someone who's looking to work out just for general fitness and health. This is clearly geared toward competitors and professionals. I features women with bulging biceps and rippled abs. If that's your thing, then this is it. But for someone like me who wants to tone up, not bulk up, it wasn't the best choice. Oxygen also has way too many ads disguised as articles.
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 Inspiration every month, November 29, 2005
By The Tarot Lady (MILWAUKEE, WI USA)
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Whether you intend to become a fitness pro or are just an average gal wanting to get in better shape, Robert Kennedy's Oxygen is a magazine that caters to both. This glossy mag is chock full of information and inspiration on every single page. Unlike the other recently deceased women's fitness magazine, Hers, Oxygen is never boring and never skimpy on articles.
Every single issue has a variety of workouts, clearly laid out. There is sage advice to accompany these routines - and not just form and technique! In these pages, you'll find beauty routines, fashion, book reviews, music suggestions, nutrition, inspiring stories and more. Newer forms of fitness are introduced (yoga, pilates, etc.), so this isn't just limited to weight lifting/cardio. There is usually competition coverage as well as advice for those who are aspiring to become a fitness pro. Think this is just for the pros? Think again - each month, there are columns devoted to moms and moms to be as well as a column for the over 40 crowd written by the feisty Tosca Reno.
Many industry pros offer their stories in each issue - Monica Brant Peckham, Kelly Ryan, Jen Hendershott and more! This magazine continues each month to help me stay on track with my fitness goals. Whenever I get sidetracked or discouraged, each month, my Oxygen comes into my mailbox, giving me a little nudge in the right direction. Highly recommended!
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 Too many supplement ads, February 12, 2006
By Sarah Borkowski (Charlotte, NC)
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This magazine is chock full of supplement advertisements. Advertisements in fashion magazines are annoying, but supplements can be unhealthy and dangerous. These ads may have something to do with the target audience of the magazine... It seems to be directed to women who are hard core about weightlifting and fitness, to the level of competition. A recent article in the magazine was talking about what percentage of body fat was too low for women. Some of the women had body fat below 10% - I'm trying to get mine below 30%. It's just a different fitness/weightloss league completely.
I like magazines like Fitness and Shape better because it sets more reasonable goals and provides more reasonable advice. I can substitute toast with jam for bagels with cream cheese. I can't drink protein shakes for breakfast and lunch, eat 10 servings of protein a day, and pop potentially dangerous pills. I am very disappointed with this magazine...
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VERY BAD SERVICE, April 10, 2006
By GLB224 (Tennessee)
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Do NOT!! Order from this website! I purchased a subscription for Oxygen magazine on Jan. 30, 2006, and I still have not received the first issue. I am very dissapointed, to say the least!!
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Not worth a penny..., June 30, 2006
By Disappointed
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This is the worst magazine I have ever subscribed too. I hated it so much after the first issue that when new ones came, I thru it right in the trash. Here why:
1- Ad after ad for dietary supplements (like dexatrim and stacker) which i think cheapins the creditablity of the magazine b/c true health doesnt come from a bottle.
2- Many pics of overly built up women (think fitness competitions)...not something the average women can aspire too...and too me, is nasty looking.
3-The information that was in it is general information that anyone with common sense already know!
My advice to you, AVOID THIS MAGAZINE, unless you like body building or like looking at body builders.
14 of 35 people found the above review helpful.
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great fitness magazine, November 20, 2004
By heatherdj
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Oxygen is great if you are SERIOUS about staying in shape. The articles and models are very inspiring and motivating. Unlike some other magazines that you flip through and toss aside, Oxygen keeps you intrigued the whole month. The fitness competitors list their workouts and diets, reminding you how they got those great bodies! After reading Oxygen I'm ready to hit the gym!
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Educated, November 10, 2006
By Denise Batalha (Ludlow, MA United States)
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Obviously "ugly" comments below were written by the uneducated with uneducated guesses and assumptions. I LOVE this magazine. There are awesome workouts, great meals and great stories to inspire one and all. Yes, it does cover fitness/figure competitions, but it doesn't mean everyone has to look like that or get their bodies to that level... it's a magazine for inspiration... to look at the physcially fit (who are only able to look like that when they compete, not 365 days of the year as everyone knows is unhealthy... even those who do compete). yes, the downfall to this magazine is all the supplement advertisements... but what is a magazine without advertisements? Every magazine you look at has some form of adverstisements and since this is technically the "bible" of fitness, there are going to be advertisements tailored to supplements.
i will admit, I was somewhat offended by reading what the "ugly" had to say. They must've been jealous, because I felt that way towards fitness like they do when I was in their shoes (I weighed 180 at one point on my 4' 11" frame), or upset because they didn't do the research on this magazine and just assumed it would be another girly magazine with false info on how to lose those last 20 lbs by doing useless no weights exercises or the "as seen on TV" cardio DVDs/exercise machines/gimmicks. Those women are NOT ugly and all are NOT bodybuilders... most were fitness competitors doing gymnastic type routines and only lifting to tone. Weight lifting does not a body builder make. You would have to lift to the extreme, power lift and in the pros take steroids (hence the ugly men-looking women).
So... if you want to take your body to the next level... better yet, actually lose some fat in a healthy manner and need some inspiration, please buy a copy of this magazine. check it out. If you're into fitness/figure competitions, well, obviously this is the bible. :)
As for the uneducated below, I am competing in my first figure competition in 9 days. Of all the things I have learned through my trainers, most of the supplements you see in the ads are not condoned by them. And contrary to popular belief, we don't all consume protein shakes all day, nor does this magazine say you HAVE to to reach your weight loss goals. And substituting toast with jam for a bagel with cream cheese is just as bad, because you're substituting sugar for fat. Doesn't make any sense. I am one who was overweight and have learned a great deal from magazines like this... every magazine, whether it be fitness, fashion, etc. must be taken with a grain of salt every now and then, because not even the so-called "experts' can agree with what works and what doesn't. Everyone's body is different.
Look at this magazine, do the research, make an educated choice!
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Professionals and Competitors, June 19, 2006
By M. Johnson (Tuscaloosa)
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I love this magazine mainly because I am a figure and fitness competitor. It has great tips. If you are not competitor and just love to workout, this magazine is for you, too! You will get motivated by every article and meal plans! I do not recommend magazine for individuals who are just looking to get toned and not to cut body fat to supreme low levels. Oxygen can at times overly advertise the supplements. I used to get Shape mag but I did not like the models in that mag. They looked way too small to be advertising fitness. I highly recommend this mag for those individuals are INTERSTED IN COMPETITIONS!
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 A mixed bag..., May 10, 2010
By Goth Hippy (Florida)
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For awhile I was undecided about Oxygen; some of the articles were helpful, such as the guides in their 'Glutes' issue showing proper form for squats, lunges, etc. However, they didn't distinguish b/w some of the more advanced moves versus more basic ones. Granted, to the person who has been working out awhile, it would be obvious, but to someone just starting out, it may not be, and could easily hurt themselves. More detailed instructions would have been helpful. Other than that, the recipes looked good.
Also, I have to say their 'Off the Couch' issue was quite inspiring! It featured several stories of REAL women losing weight and getting into shape. For this, I give Oxygen BIG kudos for! Let's face it, celebrities have access to the best personal trainers money can buy. Real women don't - they have to make do with what they have, and the fact these women made such great strides in health and fitness, and look fabulous to boot? Again, brava, Oxygen! More stories like these, please!
What I didn't like about Oxygen, was the lack of scientific data to backup their nutrition and diet plans. One diet in the 'Off the Couch' issue I felt was a bit extreme; it was to lose 10 pounds in 21`days - so restricted were the calories, they advised not to do much exercise during the diet (first week was 1100 calories per day, gradually going up each week). And supposedly an earlier, simliar diet they published was even MORE extreme. This isn't necessary! According to Denise Austin, an actual exercise physiologist, you shouldn't lose more than 2 pounds per week, as you can be losing muscle as well as fat if you do. And with her diet in 'Shrink your female fat zones' the least calories you take in are 1400 and the most 1800. This is coupled with a sensible workout plan. There are many other diet plans that aren't as extreme as Oxygen's, and you can still get the same results, if not better, because you're not depriving yourself.
Ditto for their 'getting started working out at home plan' - again, a great thing to include as many people can't afford to go to a gym; but one of the moves I thought was a bit too advanced for beginners (specifically, the straight-legged reverse crunch on a bench; an easier version should have been included as well). And their refusal to explain why the plan works - as to not 'bore' the reader with whys and wherefors? How is backing up what you say boring? I personally like to know how and why something works. Your readers DO think, Oxygen. Really, they do.
Lastly, the constant advertising of 'buy more Oxygen!' and plugging Tosca Reno's Clean Eating books in practically every article was just irritating; even in the success stories, each person OF COURSE buys Oxygen and the Clean Eating books! Plus there was a not-so-impartial review of Reno's latest book. PLUS another article promoting her Training Journal book. My Gods, Oxygen! A few ads are ok, but do you have to push her books in every freakin article? Or buy more Oxygen! Subscribe and back issues! Subscription ads are one thing, but this was just too much! I don't like being marketed to while I'm trying to get info. Supplement ads? That's to be expected. ALL fitness magazines have these. But enough already!
So, all in all, I think Oxygen COULD be a great magazine, if they just tone down the marketing and backed up what they said; they should actually cite their sources, like Prevention and Fitness Rx do. This way, they would be reliable as well as motivating.
Oh, and one last thing, Oxygen - PLEASE get a REAL exercise physiologist to give advice instead of a publisher! Robert Kennedy may be a good publisher / businessman, but that doesn't qualify him to give fitness and nutrition advice - sorry...
I dunno...I think if you're looking for an affordable, but reliable, health and fitness magazine, go with Prevention. And if you're really into weight lifting, go with Fitness Rx, or even Muscle and Fitness Hers (though Fitness Rx is my first choice).
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Too Much Supplement Information, November 5, 2006
By lzcait (Pasadena, Texas United States)
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I have purchased several issues of Oxygen...I am serious about fitness...in fact I race kayaks and work out extensively in a gym. And I have liked alot of the information that Oxygen has...BUT I am put off by the large amount of the magazine that is supplement ads...and it does bias their articles...you will see them suggest supplements over food in many instances. So just beware of this as you pick through the good information from the hype to sell product.
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Good read but don't bother subscribing., April 19, 2006
By Chelle (Houston, TX)
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Based on the reviews I read here, I purchased Oxygen and loved it. I signed up for a subscription that day. Two months later I have not received my first issue; but, I have received three "payment due" notices and customer service claims two issues have been mailed out to me.
I got tired of waiting and canceled the subscription. I'd rather buy it at the bookstore the day the issue comes out than receive it in the mail 3-4 weeks late.
8 of 14 people found the above review helpful.
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My favorite mag!, June 8, 2007
By Mom2Three (FL)
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This magazine is great for those who are serious about fitness and/or women's body building and fitness competition. If you are overweight and out of shape and looking to start losing weight then this magazine is probably too advanced for you. You would be happier with a magazine like Shape. I also subscribe to Shape but find Shape is more about jogging, yoga and weight loss. Oxygen is more free weights and body building. I love the detailed work outs and have gotten great results following them. All of the women are very inspiring!
Yes, it has a lot of ads but no more than any other mag. They have to sell ads to make money & stay in business. No one says you have to buy what they are advertising.
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The Good and The Bad, August 20, 2010
By Adrienne (Greenville, RI, United States)
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If you are a fitness competitor, then this is your magazine. Hardcore, eat clean, fitness gals will also love this. If you are an avid weight lifter you might also love this (though after a year or two you'll find it's mostly wash, rinse, repeat because let's face it - there are only so many ways to switch up any weight workouts while keeping them as plausible options for most of your readers). I am not a fitness competitor and have zero interest in it, but I do lift weights and like to change up my routines.
The major downside of this magazine is that while they are all about fitness, weight lifting, and living a healthy lifestyle the majority of their ads are for unhealthy diet supplements and thermogenic pills to boost your metabolism (most of which are loaded with caffeine). That, as a reader, annoys me considering the hypocrisy of it, especially when one of their newest 'columnists' is also a a model for one of those supplements. Ah yes, great body, and I'm going to tell you how to get my great body through a healthy lifestyle and taking caffeine loaded supplements.
I guess it depends on what you prefer. I appreciate the weight training tips and info, so I'm on my 3rd year of this subscription. I don't care for the ads or competition stuff, so I don't read it, but given that it is a competition magazine, I can't take away stars for that. I'll just take them away for the ads, which lately, have become the majority of the magazine.
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Great for those of us not wanting "Fluff", November 15, 2006
By David Allen Hazlewood (Tacoma, WA)
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I was getting utterly sick of all the other so called "fitness" magazines that were 70% makeup and clothing ads.
I found Oxygen and Womens M&F and i'm hooked on both. You don't see the same old boring exercises just stacked in diffrent routines like the other magazines. You get a lot more variety. And I love the special editions on "butt" and "nutrition" etc.
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Oxygen - I wish they did their homework better, January 13, 2007
By WhystleStop (OKC, OK, USA)
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Okay..I want to eat clean, get/stay fit, and keep up with the latest buzz...but what can you do when the contributors DON'T do their homework? The latest Clean Eating Collector's edition has an article entitled "Low-Carb Diets get an F." Ahem. First of all, they named the South Beach Diet as low-carb when it's not. Anyone with half a brain and the ability to actually read through the book and program would find the recommendations to be heart healty. Andy Rooney on 60 Minutes made the same mistake claiming that apples could not be consumed on the South Beach diet....as I sat there eating my apple after a successful 2 week Phase 1 recovery. He didn't read the book and made stupid assumptions. Dr. Agatston himself with the help of a dietician aimed this way of eating particularly at heart patients, so why lump it with low carb when it's clearly not? My own endocrinologist recommended a 'not-so-strict' version of Atkins nearly 18 years ago, and I watched with joy as my cholesterol AND blood pressure plummeted. Then I had 4 pregnancies. Make no mistake, trying to dump white flour and sugar from your way of eating can be hard, but if you stick with it, the loss of cravings and gaining control not to mention the enjoyment of real, nutritious food is worth it. I still had whole grain bread and whole fruit in limited amounts, all the veggies I wanted (the article said no veggies and fruits??? - what the??) but avoided juices. Also, anyone that ever actually read Atkins knows it is not a no carb diet. It is a phased restriction, as is South Beach, which to me is a healthier version. Also, by Phase 3 on South Beach, you do have all foods in moderation. What's the problem? Definitely not lowcarb, that's for sure. Where were the brains of these contributors? Money for the article and no one to actually check them out. Pity.
If they had, they would have found that the human body actually can withstand very prolonged periods without carbohydrates. If we ate as say, the big cats do, we would still get carbohydrates from all veggies, not just starchy ones. The big cats just get it eating the guts. Ew. What about the Inuit, whose diet staple is only -- fish? I'm not saying it's healthy, but loss of most carbs in the diet is not going to kill us. We don't need to be that extreme thank goodness, and due to our modern edibles, fiber is more necessary than ever, but the 2 men that were put on as low to no carbs as they could go, lost weight only to a healthy amount, and actually had lowered blood pressure and lower cholesterol -- attributed to NOT mixed saturated fats with processed flours and sugars. Now THAT is research. Try leaving out as much flour and sugar as one can, and when you must have grains, don't have saturated fat with them - have the fruit or veggies. When you have the saturated fats or limited amounts, then have only fruits or veggies with them as well. Note your bloodwork. Most people are very surprised. I know I was. My doctor was not because he knew and had done his homework.
You know, I'm all for freedom of the press, but it would do the readers more good if all the points were considered and actually researched, rather than to rely on the good ol' boys hokey party line approach that nothing is really bad for you. Processed flours and sugars, sure..we know...but please. Before you write the article, please read the darn book, okay? Talk to the success stories for those as you do for the regular diets, because we all know Weight Watchers is not 100% successful either. We are not all cut from the same cookie cutter, and had my father heeded a less processed diet years ago and actually cut out some more sugar, I don't think he would have had diabetes and heart bypass (as Atkins and many others predicted for the metabolic syndrome).
Until I got to this article, I actually thought I had a great volume of information. Now I feel it's just another publicity rag for punching up protein shakes and bars. I won't be subscribing.
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Fantastic Magazine, November 2, 2006
By Lynn (Houston, TX USA)
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I absolutely love this magazine! It is a wonderful motivation for anyone who wants to be healthy and strong. I will be 38 in a few weeks, and am considering competing in a fitness competition because of this magazine. I read it from beginning to end, and my husband even reads it. He always asks if I saw the article on this or that, which is an indication that the information presented is useful and engaging. If you are serious about your health, want to get in shape or want to take your body to the next level, this is the magazine for you.
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The BEST women's fitness magazine, no contest!, October 19, 2005
By dulce05us (Trumbull, CT)
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I have been trying for so long to find a women's fitness magazine out there that is this informative, motivating and jammed packed with useful stuff instead of a bunch of ads for years. I have been weight training and working out at the gym for almost 4 years and I can't tell you that my enthusiam for what I do in the gym 5-6 days a week has nearly TRIPLED! The first issue I read was the 75th issue with the 6 fitness pros on the cover. I have read that thing like 20 times since I got and I keep telling everyone how great this magazine is! It's like a one-stop shop for food and diet tips, weigth training and cardio, beauty tips, real stories and overalll inspiration. (Don't we all just wanna look like Maggie Diubaldo? I know I do :o)). This is it,look no further. For women who wanna stay fit or are even just thinking about stepping into a gym, you MUST subscribe to Oxygen, you will surely be as psyched as I am.
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the gold standard for fitness magazines, July 21, 2005
By eyevieblack (Ny, United States)
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Oxygen is the best! It offers great training information and excellent nutrition tips. Even as a nutritionist & chef, I still pick up food tips from Oxygen. Indulge yourself in a subscription.
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Oxygen Magazine Subscription, August 29, 2007
By Suzy Snowflake (Northern California)
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I just got my first issue of this magazine that was ordered 7 1/2 weeks ago. There were 2 somewhat interesting articles. One shows a few ways to use an exercise ball. The other shows how to do push-ups with one hand on a small weight to add resistance. Other than that there is page after page of diet pill ads. If you take out the clusters of diet pill ads, there is not much left. Hope the next issue contains less advertising. Would like to see pictures of real women and not those enhanced with obvious breast implants.
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No Fluff, just fitness!, September 12, 2010
By gymgirl7593 (North AL)
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Oxygen is a magazine for fitness! It is not a magazine for fashion, beauty or "feel good" articles. If you want to quit making excuses for your physical condition and get real, this is what you need to read. I was fat in high school and college (170 and 5'3") after I got serious, and addicted to Oxygen magazine in 1999, I lost the fat and gained muscle and DO NOT look like the girls in the magazine. I live the Oxygen life, and at age 35 maintain a size 4 125-130 pound rockin body!
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straight to the point; no beating around the bush, September 17, 2005
By No Nonsense (florida)
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Oxygen magazine tells you what to do, how to do it and why you need to achieve your fitness goals. Basically you will have no excuse to let your youth, health and body go to waste. It is full of fit women exposing their fitness secrets, their routines and diet plans. The nutrition tips tell you why including certain foods and supplements can help you achieve your goals faster. It is very inspirational. No fluff whatsoever. Just pure detailed guidelines and inspiration to do better. For those who want to pay for a hint of fluff my second favorite magazine is Best Body (not sold on Amazon, only at the Barnes and Noble store). But for those who are tired of all distractions from fitness advise this is the only magazine you will want to buy.
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Not just for Pros, December 28, 2010
By Carrie
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This magazine is absolutely not geared just to professionals! Robert Kennedy uses the best of the best, from figure competitors to house wives turned fitness gurus (Tosca Reno), to illustrate that ANYONE can accomplish their dreams, even if they've NEVER lifted a weight before! This magazine is about fitness and nutrition, PERIOD! Unlike many fitness and women's health magazines, Oxygen is no imposter. If you are looking for the latest in trendy gym wear or a list of Must Haves to throw in your gym bag, look again... you will not find it in Oxygen. Oxgyen is NOT Cosmopolitan posing as a women's fitness magazine. The workout routines are plentiful and easy to use. The diet and nutrition advice comes straight from professionals who are using, and SUCCEEDING, by following their own advice. I followed their advice, and 8 months later, I was 40 pounds lighter. This is the only magazine I will buy.
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Great for toning and losing weight, March 7, 2010
By Marine Wife
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I read this magazine for new clean eating recipes and for the workouts. I love the true success stories, also. I was never fat, but have carried extra pounds. I love this magazine for showing real, simple, and hard-working moves. I like that it shows you how to modify the exercises to fit your current fitness level and the safety tips. I have really seen a change in my body since reading this magazine and following it. I don't want to look like the models, but I still find them inspirational.
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Great overall, March 6, 2007
By R. Hatch (Huber Heights, OH USA)
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This magazine is awesome for women who combine cardio with weight training (not recreational). I am very serious about my gym time and concentrate on toning and defining my muscles. This magazine is about women like me, not the skinny stick figures that are on the covers of some fitness magazines. It has some great advice on weight training, diet, and cardio. Awesome. For someone to admit that they enjoyed the magazine and then to be turned off by one article about low-carb diets is wrong. Buy the magazine, read it, and establish an overall opinion. Sure it has too many advertisements, but it is an income generator so just turn the page. :) Enjoy.
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Great Magazine, February 13, 2007
By Boopsy (savannah, ga)
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This is a fantastic magazine for any woman who really wants to lift weights and workout. I workout 6 days a week and this magazine motivates me and is constantly giving me new ideas and ways to shake up my workout. You do not have to compete in fitness competitions or even want to in order to benefit from this magazine. I usually skip or skim the section on the fitness competitions, but the rest of the magazine is filled with such good workout info that I continue to subscribe. If you're into Shape and Fitness, this may not be the magazine for you. If you like M&F Hers, you'll love this magazine.
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One of the best fitness mags for women!, January 16, 2011
By Della (Zimmerman, MN)
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Oxygen is not your average fitness magazine. This mag will give you serious hardcore results! If you want to find articles about actually shaping your body for the better, Oxygen has it. If you are looking for soft wimpy workouts and lots of beauty tips, then this is NOT the magazine for you. Although this magazine is geared towards body-builders and fitness models, it's also a great way for us average types to find hardcore workouts that can mold our bodies into fitness model shape! I highly recommend trying it out. If you're not sure you want to commit to the higher subscription price than the softie mags, try buying just one issue from a news stand. I know Walmart in my area carries it. After I bought one issue, I knew it was definitely the mag for me. Also a good bet is Clean Eating. I find the two mags to work even better together. I actually keep these mags around. They never end up in my recycle bin!
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good read for a dedicated fitness enthusiast, May 29, 2010
By Sb
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It is geared towards women bodybuilders & fitness models. Because of that there are LOTS (TOO MANY) supplement ads. I enjoy the workouts that can be done at home & it is a no nonsense approach. I feel Tosca Reno (healthy eating) should remain in her column. There are times she is all through the magazine & I wish to hear from different people. May be overkill if you are not into the 6pack, shapely biceps, etc. A little on the pricey side.
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We are all different, May 25, 2007
By Alicia
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Everyone reads for different reasons, some for advice on competing, some to spruce up their work out. Whatever the reason I absolutely love this magazine. As for the review on the low carb article I say "blah, blah, blah, " but we each have our own opinion.
Whether you want to lose weight or get clear direction and ideas for a program, this magazinewill help you. It motivates me to try new things in the gym and honestly I cannot wait to see what will be in the next issues. I save my magazines and repeatedly go back and re-read the articles.Buy an issue,judge for yourself, you will be a repeat customer!
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Love the Mag, but Customer Service is none existent!, January 8, 2012
By PinkyJ
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Even though I love the magazine, there are 2 things that make it not as good. I have tried three different times to reach customer service and both times they have NOT replied. Even through their website. The last one I wrote on December 18th and have still not received any response even though it was a simple subscription question.
Secondly, I had to get 2 separate subscriptions to get the Digital AND Print versions. For other magazines, I get the Digital included.
So think twice before you subscribe!
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Used To Be Better., November 2, 2011
By ilovehousemuzik. (dirty jerzey, usa)
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I have been subscribing to Oxygen loyally for quite sometime now and all I can say is that it used to be better. These days the articles are more like blurbs thrown between ridiculous 'Fat Burner' ads and other ads for supplements that cannot be good for your health.
I also feel that their nutrition information is way dated, the whole 'Eat Clean Diet' was not invented by Tosca and frankly I am amazed that so many people buy into that scam. There is no 'Diet' it is just eating normal foods that are 'good' for you. But with every single study showing the increased rates of cancer and obesity directly linked to the consumption of meat I find it hard to swallow that they tell people to eat burgers, steaks, chicken, turkey. It's not very responsible of them, in my humble opinion. They also never really get into nutrition, they talk about it briefly but come back to stressing an animal based high protein diet without complete and sound justification. Ok, it will help build muscles but what is the trade off? Oxygen never tells us.
All in all Oxygen is great for those who are just starting out or if you need to get back into the lifting game. If you are someone who loves working out and does not need motivation than Oxygen may be unnecessary for you. Dare I say that I feel as if I have 'outgrown' this magazine and I feel like it is all about the money for them and pushing Tosca. There are like 5 ads in each issue about her and her books. Overkill.
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must have for female body builders, July 22, 2011
By Tiffine (California)
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It's my third year subscribing to this magazine. Great for starting out and when you aren't sure if you want to commit to a trainer yet. Lots of tips, inspiration, etc. A lot of ads too but what can you say, they have to make money somehow. They also use a wide rage of women including different ages and races.
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Too Many Fat Burner Supplement Ads, July 18, 2011
By Qpid (Montana, US)
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I picked up a copy of Oxygen a year or so ago at the gym and liked it. I recently picked up the most recent one and was disappointed. It seems to have become little more than ads with a few very short 'sound bite' articles. The majority of the ads were for fat burner supplements, which can be very unsafe. I was on page 41 of the mag before I got to any content that wasn't an ad or letters from the editor/publisher/readers. Overall, very little content, and what was there was difficult to find around all the advertisements.
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Awesome!, May 18, 2011
By MLJ
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I read some comments about oxygen and get mad at the people who write them. Oxygen is a great magazine for women who just want to be fit. Whether that is toning up or is interested in doing a fitness competion. All around great for any woman interested in being fit. at ALL levels. NOT just fitness competitors. This is NOT a body building magazine. For you women who think it is, you have been misinformed. Oxygen states multiple times through out that women can work out at the highest level for days and days and days, you WILL NOT get big like men. Women naturally cannot get BIG. Women body builders take some type of drug to get big. OXYGEN is about women winning in the highest level of fitness you can get with your body naturally, and looking amazing!
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Love this mag, October 1, 2010
By wp72 (Louisiana)
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This is one of the BEST female fitness magazines around!! Started receiving my subscription almost a month sooner than scheduled...which was a plus! AND...WAY less expensive than newstand prices!!
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the best you can get, September 11, 2007
By MJ (Connecticut)
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It's true they advertise too many supplements, but the workouts are the real thing. I'm not as diesel as some of the models, but I keep improving.
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Best Women's Fitness Mag Available!, September 30, 2011
By Lisa Maria Noda-Grigley
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As a mixed martial artist and obstacle/adventure racer, the information in the magazine is incredibly helpful! The exercises aren't just about appearances, but also about building functional strength. I love the recipes, and also read "clean eating", which is published by the same company. Since switching to a clean lifestyle, I've had so much more energy! It can be really hard to stick to on a college campus, but Oxygen is really inspiring and helps so much!
Oxygen also helps me figure out which exercises are most effective, because with a full course load, two sports teams plus training for races on my own, and two jobs, I don't have a whole lot of time! If you're looking for true fitness, instead of just being worried about your pants size, Oxygen is for you.
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Feminine muscles, September 19, 2011
By mk13books (Suffern, NY USA)
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I was initially apprehensive about this magazine because of the muscular women. After 2 years of subscribing, I LOVE it. The women writing the articles and photographed are health conscious, feminine and wholesome, and the magazine creates a feeling that the readers and writers are all part of a healhy community. Other women's fitness magazines are filled with fluff and bogus articles written by an author who knows nothing about health. All the contributing authors are in the health industry and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend.
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It's only okay, September 16, 2011
By D. Fennell
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There is stuff of value in this magazine and content to motivate. But from looking at most of the women in it, extreme bodybuilding seems to be its aim more then fitness and weight-lifting for the average woman. Honestly, whether or not they actually are, some of the women in it look like steroid cases. Between that and the HUGE number of supplement ads (it's ridiculously and distractingly packed with ads), I do question that better health and fitness is really the goal of the magazine.
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Would give more stars if available!, November 12, 2011
By JC65775
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Oxygen is one of my all time favorite magazines. I'm in my early 60s.... but I still enjoy this magazine. It's great. There are good - and useful - articles on health and fitness in every issue. Good Lord willing and the creek don't rise, I'll be a subscriber for many more years! :)
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love oxygen but, November 8, 2011
By anastasiaig (Santa Fe, NEW MEXICO United States)
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this needs to be made available on kindle and in other digital format. i'm tired of scanning the entire magazine every month just to have access at gym/work without having to carry a dozen of them for reference.. an app would be good too.
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