Comcast
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Comcast’s commitment to a healthier community is evident in its programs and partnerships. As a sponsor of The Gazette Healthy Challenge, Comcast used public service announcements to encourage out-of-shape Montgomery County residents to enter the sweepstakes. Now, as Comcast subscribers follow the progress of Healthy Challenge winners Yvonne Savage and Thom Hunter, they too can get in shape with Exercisetv.
As the country's leading provider of cable, entertainment and communications products and services, Comcast and Jake Steinfeld, of Body by Jake, recently launched Exercisetv - the first comprehensive on-demand network dedicated to fitness, sports instruction and motivational programming. Exercisetv offers consumers unprecedented access to the world's leading fitness video⁄DVD producers 24 hours a day, seven days a week through video on demand.
With more than 90 programs available at any time, Exercisetv offers something for all fitness levels, interests and demographics. Popular and innovative Exercisetv programs include:
Cardio
Pilates
Yoga
Tai Chi
Sculpting and toning
Dancing
Walking
Kids workouts
Seniors workouts
Pre- and post-natal workouts
Spanish-language workouts
Sport-specific training and tips
Advice on selecting the right workout clothing and shoes
Jake Motivates
Exercisetv's programming is available for no additional charge to Comcast digital cable customers with On Demand service, and includes about 90 different programs that would each typically cost about $14.99 each on DVD, representing a significant value for consumers. Viewers have access to the world's best personal trainers 24 hours a day, and can use the service's DVD-like functionality to work out at their own pace.