Saturday, December 31, 2011

Precor EFX 5.25 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer (Latest Generation)

Precor EFX 5.25 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer (Latest Generation) Review



Precor EFX 5.25 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer (Latest Generation) Feature

  • Elliptical trainer with moving handlebars; offers smooth, natural, low-impact, full-body workouts
  • Eight preset programs; 16 resistance levels; built-in warm-up and cool-down periods
  • Touch and telemetry heart rate monitoring; CrossRamp adjusts to target specific muscles
  • Measures 76 inches by 62 inches by 29 inches; weighs 184 pounds
  • Lifetime warranty on frame and welds; five-year warranty on parts; one-year warranty on labor
Small enough to fit conveniently in your home, the EFX 5.25 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer helps you exercise in a smooth, natural, low-impact way, with moving handlebars designed to deliver a full-body workout. Eight preset programs and 16 resistance levels help you tailor your workouts to your fitness goals--and they offer enough variety to keep you challenged and prevent plateauing. Warm-up and cool-down periods are built into the programs.
Ergonomic, moving handlebars let you tone and condition your entire body.
Precor CrossRamp technology lets you target specific muscles by adjusting the angle.

Touch and telemetry heart rate monitoring with Smart Rate instantly analyzes your heart rate when you enter your age and weight. The Smart Rate technology helps you stay in your fat burn, cardio, or peak target zone for a more efficient cardio and weight-loss workout. The elliptical trainer's LCD display also shows you calories burned, distance traveled, strides per minutes, and workout time. The convenient tap control provides an audible click when you press a key.

Ergonomic, moving handlebars let you tone and condition your entire body while maintaining comfortable posture and proper technique. The patented, manually adjustable CrossRamp feature offers three positions--high, medium, and low--allowing you to target specific muscles or all major lower-body muscle groups by adjusting the angle from 15 degrees to 25 degrees. The ramp is made of welded steel and covered with a black powder coat finish.

Precor's patented, low-impact EFX motion is smooth and natural, providing a low rate of perceived exertion to make your workouts more comfortable, even when you're working out strenuously. This patented motion allows your heels to remain in contact with foot pedals, reducing muscle and tendon stress. Drink and accessory holders are conveniently located and ideal for portable music players. The EFX 5.25 measures 76 inches long by 62 inches high by 29 inches wide and weighs 184 pounds. Each foot pedal measures 15 inches long by 7 inches wide.

Manufacturer's Warranty
Precor stands fully behind every piece of fitness equipment they produce. The company has been building equipment to withstand the repetitive rigorous workouts of commercial use for years, so they know quality and durability. Precor is proud of the work they do and the respect they've earned, so they are confident in warranting all residential products and commercial products used in the home for the following periods:

  • Lifetime: frame and welds
  • 5 years: parts and wear items
  • 1 year: labor

Note: While Precor products can be assembled by consumers, the company highly recommends professional assembly and installation of all Precor equipment. Precor will gladly coordinate installation for you, just call toll-free at 1-866-593-5568 or email askprecor@precor.com. An additional installation cost will apply, depending on the piece of equipment you purchase and your location.

About Precor
Established in 1980, Precor sets the standard for quality, innovation, and performance in exercise equipment. The company starts with the belief that machines should move the way people do, not the other way around. Then they design and manufacture fitness equipment that mirrors the natural way your body moves. Precor combines a deep knowledge of biomechanics, extensive engineering experience, real-world observation, and their own passion for fitness to make your workouts more enjoyable, comfortable, and effective. So you can stay motivated, achieve your goals more easily, and reach for new heights of personal fitness.

Precor has distinguished itself as a worldwide industry leader, providing state-of-the-art fitness equipment to health clubs, hotels, spas, fitness centers, and private homes all over the world. The company is proud of their hard-won reputation for producing fitness equipment that's easy for people of all abilities to use and durable enough to withstand years of use. The same experience and commitment to quality that goes into all of their commercial equipment also goes into the creation and manufacture of our home models. So, however far you take your personal fitness, Precor is right there with you every step of the way.


Friday, December 30, 2011

Confidence Fitness 2-in-1 Elliptical Trainer with Seat

Confidence Fitness 2-in-1 Elliptical Trainer with Seat Review



Confidence Fitness 2-in-1 Elliptical Trainer with Seat Feature

  • 2-in-1 elliptical trainer/exercise bike with adjustable seat
  • Footpads move in natural elliptical motion for low impact
  • Pair of arm poles move in conjunction with footpads for upper body workout
  • 4-function onboard computer tracks time, speed, distance, and calories
  • 250-pound capacity; measures 34 x 60 x 24 inches (W x H x D)
Enjoy a total body workout without leaving the home with this Confidence two-in-one elliptical cross trainer and exercise bike. Designed to provide a low-impact cardiovascular workout for all family members regardless of ability level, the trainer is ideal for event training, rehabilitation, and plain-old cardio fitness. At first glance, the unit resembles a standard elliptical trainer, with a pair of footpads that move in a natural elliptical motion, along with a set of arm poles that move in conjunction with your legs. The smooth, fluid movement will tone your arms, chest, back, hips, legs, and glutes while providing a low-impact workout that's five times as efficient as walking. The trainer's a step above most units, however, thanks to the addition of an adjustable seat, which adds more variety to your workouts. As a result, you can turn your trainer into an upright exercise bike and exercise while standing or sitting. The trainer also strides in both forward and reverse to add even more variety.

The Confidence trainer includes an adjustable resistance dial to keep you challenged, along with a four-function onboard computer that tracks your time, speed, distance, and calories. And at 34 by 60 by 24 inches (W x H x D), the trainer won't take up a ton of room in your basement or garage. The Confidence two-in-one trainer offers a maximum capacity of 250 pounds and weighs 65 pounds by itself.

The Elliptical machine Provides a total body (legs, hips, buttocks, arms & shoulders), low-impact, cardiovascular workout for all family members, regardless of ability level. This unit resembles a walking or jogging machine. Your feet move in a natural elliptical motion, providing a no-impact workout for less stress on the joints. As you walk, your hands grasp poles that move in conjunction with your leg motion. This results in a smooth, fluid movement that tones arms, chest, back, hips, legs, and glutei. Better than a treadmill! Burns 5 times more calories than walking. Adjustable resistance dial. Dimensions: Length-34", Width-24", Height-60". Highest quality construction that will last for years that is comparable with any of the major manufacturers at a fraction of their cost. Instruction manual and all necessary tools for easy home assembly are included. Full factory warranty. Weight: 65 lbs. Compare similar machines at 9 and up! Buy direct from the factory and save! customer comments: I just wanted to let the staff at golf outlets know that I love my elliptical bike. This particular bike is really a smooth ride and easy on the ankles, knees, hips and back. I've attached some before and after pictures so you can see what this machine did for me!!! A colleague of mine was so impressed at how fast i lost the weight he came over my house to see this machine that I'd been talking about, it took him all of 30 seconds of riding it before he asked me where he could purchase one! Andy - Levittown, NY.


Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Life Fitness Club Series Elliptical Cross-Trainer

Life Fitness Club Series Elliptical Cross-Trainer Review



Life Fitness Club Series Elliptical Cross-Trainer Feature

  • Home version of Life Fitness popular health club cross trainer, total body workout with synchronized upper- and lower-body movement
  • 18 Workout programs, seven personalized workouts, a race mode, and goal workouts
  • Oversized pedals accommodate feet of all shapes and sizes, change programs without restarting or losing your current workout information
  • Polar wireless and life-pulse digital contact heart rate monitoring system wireless chest strap included
  • 350-Pound maximum user weight, lifetime warranty on frame
The home version of Life Fitness' popular health club model, the Life Fitness Club Series Elliptical Cross-Trainer delivers a remarkably pure, natural elliptical motion. It provides a total body workout with synchronized upper- and lower-body movement that will help you burn more calories with less perceived exertion--even more than other lower-body only elliptical machines.



Get a total body workout with the smooth Club Series elliptical cross-trainer.
The Club Series elliptical features 18 workout programs, seven personalized workouts, a race mode, and goal workouts. Save the name, age, weight, and workout preferences for two users in your household, or create up to two custom workouts for each user. Other features include ErgoGrip™ stationary handlebar that provides stability during lower body-only workouts, an oversized, dual accessory tray, deluxe 16-character LED message center that provides workout feedback, and built-in reading rack.

Get the most out of your training with the five HeartSync™ heart-rate controlled workouts, which automatically adjust the resistance based on your heart rate feedback via the Lifepulse™ digital contact heart rate sensors on the moving arms or via the included Polar® wireless chest strap.

In order to accommodate feet of all shapes and sizes, Life Fitness designed oversized pedals for a one-size-fits-all approach. This helps ensure that no matter how big, small, wide or narrow your feet are, you can still expect the same club-quality experience from this elliptical trainers. These pedals are also optimally spaced to minimize lateral hip shifting that could put stress on your lower back.



The Club Series Elliptical console.
Boredom is never an option with Life Fitness elliptical trainers, with a wide variety of challenging workout programs built into the easy-to-use console. Save time by storing up to seven pre-programmed My Workouts™, and replay them at any time. Rename them for different days of the week or different users in your household. Your weight and resistance levels are automatically saved, and you can also store personal results for each workout to keep track of your progress. Based on your workout's specific time, resistance and heart rate level, a customized cool-down program helps to ensure your heart rate properly returns to a normal level at the end of a workout. You can also conveniently change programs without restarting or losing your current workout information. This cross trainer comes with the following programs to choose from:
  • Manual: Gives you complete freedom to choose your own speed and resistance levels.
  • Hill: Challenges you with intervals of multiple hills and valleys with each hill becoming progressively more difficult.
  • Random: Includes many different motivating combinations of hills and valleys.
  • EZ Incline/Resistance: Slowly and progressively increases resistance so you're less aware of the building demands
  • Sport Training: Simulates outdoor training with a rigorous workout that features hundreds of different hills and valleys with a wide range of high and low levels of resistance.
  • Around the World: The terrain resembles various regions around the globe.
  • Cascades: A two-peak workout in which The intensity levels gradually increase and decrease.
  • Foothills: Features rolling hills at a low intensity level
  • Kilimanjaro: Intensity levels gradually increase toward one ultimate peak, and then gradually fall.
  • Speed Training: Intensity levels quickly alternate between high and low levels to stimulate a typical speed workout.
  • Interval Training: Intensity levels rise and fall. The higher levels gradually increase, peak, and then decrease.

It also includes the following HeartSync workouts:

  • Fat Burn: A great workout for beginners or for those days when you need a lighter workout. It automatically adjusts resistance to maintain your heart rate at 65 percent of your theoretical maximum.
  • Cardio: Maximizes caloric burn and boosts your energy level. It automatically adjusts resistance to maintain your heart rate at 80 percent of your theoretical maximum.
  • Heart Rate Hill™: An interval workout made up of three hills with each hill becoming progressively more difficult based on your heart rate goals. The first hill is 70 percent of your maximum heart rate (HRMax) and becomes progressively tougher (75 percent HRMax on the second and 80 percent HRMax on the third). The valley is always defined as 65 percent HRMax. It's similar to training for sports activities such as hockey, basketball, and soccer.
  • Heart Rate Interval™: Climb a series of alternating hills (80 percent HRMax) and valleys (65 percent HRMax). The number of times you climb each hill depends on your fitness level. It's similar to training for endurance activities such as triathlons and running.
  • Extreme Heart Rate™: Quickly raises and lowers resistance to get your heart rate up to 85 percent HRMax and down to 65 percent HRMax as quickly as possible. It's similar to training for sports activities such as tennis, racquetball, football, and sprinting.

Specifications:

  • Frame: 4" x 4" and 3" robotically-welded steel frame
  • Pedals: 16" x 7" oversized pedals
  • Resistance system: Alternator
  • Maximum step-up height: 17 inches
  • Electronic readouts: Distance, Speed (mph/kmh), Calories, Level, Time, Heart Rate, METs, Watts
  • Display type: Red LEDs
  • Workout profile display: 7 x 14 segments
  • Workout feedback display: 16-character message center
  • Dimensions: 83 x 28 x 61 inches (LxWxH)
  • Unit weight: 235 pounds
  • Maximum user weight: 350 pounds

Manufacturer's Warranty
Frame - lifetime, parts - three years, labor - one year. The warranty is valid only within the United States.

About the Warranty
This Life Fitness product is intended for home use only. Your warranty will be void if this product is used in a commercial setting.

About Life Fitness
What started as one man's pursuit to improve his own physical condition, eventually turned into a global fitness revolution. That man was Keene P. Dimick, the mastermind behind the legendary Lifecycle® exercise bike. The story of Life Fitness began when two young entrepreneurs, Ray Wilson and Augie Nieto, saw the promise of Dr. Dimick’s invention. Even though it was slightly ahead of its time, they believed the Lifecycle exercise bike could help generations of athletes, trainers, exercisers, and people everywhere live happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives.

Wilson and Nieto bought the rights to the Lifecycle bike from Dr. Dimick, perfected it, and sold it out of a motor home to health clubs across America. Despite the overwhelming odds and initial unpopularity of the Lifecycle exercise bike, the two passion-filled pioneers turned a two-man operation and a seemingly impossible vision into a prosperous reality. Along the way, they shaped the future of Life Fitness as well as the fitness industry, bringing cardiovascular training into the mainstream and helping ignite the health club boom.

Today, Life Fitness is the global leader in designing and manufacturing a full line of reliable, high quality fitness equipment for commercial and consumer use. It is the number one brand of fitness equipment in health clubs worldwide.

Life Fitness Club Series Elliptical: The Club Series Elliptical Cross-Trainer is the award-winning home version of our popular health club model. It?s a towering icon that represents the very best in elliptical technology. The result of extensive research and test, the Club Series Elliptical delivers a remarkably pure, natural elliptical motion. Try it for yourself and you?ll see why people who use it often forget they are exercising so intensely.


Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Stamina InStride Pro Electronic Stepper

Stamina InStride Pro Electronic Stepper Review



Stamina InStride Pro Electronic Stepper Feature

  • Compact electronic cardio step machine for home or office--great for working your calves, thighs, and core muscles
  • Resistance is provided by two hydraulic cylinders for smooth steps
  • Monitor displays number of strides per minute, number of steps, exercise time, and calories burned
  • Comes with two rubber resistance tubes for upper body workout
  • Some assembly required; 1-year warranty on frame, 90 days on parts
A great workout companion for smaller homes as well as the office, the Stamina InStride Pro Electronic Stepper helps you get a cardio workout when taking a break at work or watching TV. Weighing just 20 pounds, the InStride Pro is small enough to toss into a workout bag, and it has a small footprint of just 12 x 16 inches. Resistance is provided by two hydraulic cylinders for smooth steps that work your calves, thighs, and buttocks as well as your core, while the aerobic aspect of the stepper helps you burn calories and fat.

The battery-operated multifunctional fitness monitor times each workout and counts the number of steps, so you stay motivated and on track to reach your fitness goals. Two rubber resistance tubes connect to the stepper to add an upper body workout to your cardio routine. Detach the tubes from the InStride Stepper to tone and sculpt your legs, arms, chest, and back.

Features and Specifications

  • Electronic fitness monitor displays number of strides per minute, number of steps, exercise time, and calories burned
  • Shock resistance for a smooth workout
  • Sturdy steel construction
  • Wide, textured foot pedals for stability
  • Skid resistant rubber floor protectors
  • Warranty: 1 year on frame, 90 days on parts
  • Dimensions: 16.25 x 12.25 x 12.25 inches (LxWxH)
For a great cardiovascular workout when you are limited on space, Stamina's InStride Pro Electronic Stepper is the solution. Resistance is provided by two hydraulic cylinders for smooth steps that work your calves, thighs, and buttocks as well as you core, while the aerobic aspect of the stepper helps you burn calories and fat. Two rubber resistance tubes connect to the stepper to add an upper body workout to your cardio routine. Detach the tubes from the InStride Stepper to tone and sculpt your legs, arms, chest, and back.


Monday, December 26, 2011

Confidence Fitness Elliptical Cross Trainer

Confidence Fitness Elliptical Cross Trainer Review



Confidence Fitness Elliptical Cross Trainer Feature

  • Elliptical trainer designed for low-impact cardiovascular workouts
  • Ideal for event training, rehabilitation, and traditional cardio fitness
  • Footpads move in natural elliptical motion for low impact
  • Adjustable resistance dial; pair of arm poles for upper body work
  • Measures 34 x 60 x 24 inches (W x H x D); weighs 60 pounds
Enjoy a total body workout without leaving the home with this Confidence elliptical trainer. Designed to provide a low-impact cardiovascular workout for all family members regardless of ability level, the trainer is ideal for event training, rehabilitation, and plain-old cardio fitness. The unit starts with a set of footpads that move in a natural elliptical motion, along with a set of arm poles that move in conjunction with your legs. The smooth, fluid movement will tone your arms, chest, back, hips, legs, and glutes while providing a low-impact workout that's five times as efficient than walking. The trainer also includes an adjustable resistance dial to keep you challenged. And at 34 by 60 by 24 inches (W x H x D), the trainer won't take up a ton of room in your den, basement, or garage. The Confidence elliptical trainer weighs 60 pounds.

Key Details:

  • Tracks your time, speed, distance, and calories while working out
  • Strides both forward and reverse
  • Adjustable resistance dial
  • Measures 34 inches long by 24 inches wide by 60 inches tall
  • All necessary tools for easy home assembly are included
  • Weighs 60 pounds
  • 240-pound maximum user capacity

The Elliptical machine Provides a total body (legs, hips, buttocks, arms & shoulders), low-impact, cardiovascular workout for all family members, regardless of ability level. This unit resembles a walking or jogging machine. Your feet move in a natural elliptical motion, providing a no-impact workout for less stress on the joints. As you walk, your hands grasp poles that move in conjunction with your leg motion. This results in a smooth, fluid movement that tones arms, chest, back, hips, legs, and glutei. Better than a treadmill! Burns 5 times more calories than walking. Adjustable resistance dial. Dimensions: Length-34", Width-24", Height-60". Highest quality construction that will last for years that is comparable with any of the major manufacturers at a fraction of their cost. Instruction manual and all necessary tools for easy home assembly are included. Full factory warranty. Weight: 60 lbs. Compare similar machines at 9 and up! Buy direct from the factory and save! CUSTOMER COMMENTS: I just wanted to let the staff at golf outlets know that I love my elliptical bike. This particular bike is really a smooth ride and easy on the ankles, knees, hips and back. I've attached some before and after pictures so you can see what this machine did for me!!! A colleague of mine was so impressed at how fast i lost the weight he came over my house to see this machine that I'd been talking about, it took him all of 30 seconds of riding it before he asked me where he could purchase one! Andy - Levittown, NY.


Friday, December 23, 2011

Sunny Air Walk Trainer

Sunny Air Walk Trainer Review



Sunny Air Walk Trainer Feature

  • Delivers a serious & comfortable, no-impact cardio workout for full body toning
  • Comfort abdominal support pad
  • Completely smooth and quiet
  • Computer provides time, count, total distance, calories.
  • Weight Capacity: 220 LB
Sunny Air Walk Trainer


Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Reading Rack for Treadmills, Stair Climbers, Stationary Bikes, Elliptical Trainers and Rowers 9 x 11

Reading Rack for Treadmills, Stair Climbers, Stationary Bikes, Elliptical Trainers and Rowers 9 x 11 Review



Reading Rack for Treadmills, Stair Climbers, Stationary Bikes, Elliptical Trainers and Rowers 9 x 11 Feature

  • Perfect for holding books, magazines, newspapers.
  • Also ideal for holding a towel, iPod, iPad, cell phone or a portable DVD player.
  • Top and bottom lips designed to keep rack and material securely in place.
  • Durably made in one piece, slides easily over equipment display panel.
  • Smoothly rounded corners and polished edges for user comfort.

Found at premiere health clubs and gyms nationwide, this slick and minimalist reading rack fits the electronic panels on a variety of Treadmills, Stair Climbers, Stationary Bikes, Elliptical Trainers and Rowers.

The rack is made of clear acrylic (polycarbonate thermoplastic), so it is light, transparent, highly shatter resistant, and comes with a full 1-year manufacturer's warranty against breakage.

It is easy to handle at home or at the club.

While the rack is light, it is over 40% thicker than the similar Amazon offerings, so it is guaranteed to last. The rack allows a clear and pristine see-thru of the display panels. Only this rack comes with a manufacturer's guarantee, has an exact fit and finish, and is the only one with smoothly machined corners. No wonder, it is a product of choice for clubs and the fitness-minded people.

Dimensions. Height: 9 inches; Width: 11 inches; Upper Hook width: 1.5 inches; Upper Lip height: 1.25 inches; Lower Hook width: 2.5 inches; Lower Lip height: 0.75 inches; Thickness: 0.13 inches.

Weight: under 1 lb.

Material: Clear polycarbonate thermoplastic.

Generally ships within 24 hours.

Delivery to your home or office via USPS Priority Mail.


Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Precor EFX 576i Premium Commercial Series Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer

Precor EFX 576i Premium Commercial Series Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Review



Precor EFX 576i Premium Commercial Series Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Feature

  • Elliptical trainer with movable arms designed for rigors of commercial gym with easy-to-use, intuitive console
  • Stride lengths from 21.2 to 24.7 inches and ramp incline from 15 to 40 degrees
  • 20 levels of resistance; 14 preset programs including 3 cross training, 1 fitness test, 1 custom, 1 manual
  • Handheld heart rate monitoring with compatibility for wireless monitors
  • 350-pound maximum user weight; 7-year warranty on frame, 2 years parts, 1 year labor
With a smooth, fluid motion that mirrors the movement of the body, the Precor EFX576i elliptical fitness crosstrainer provides an outstanding workout experience with a natural, elliptical movement. Designed for ease-of-use with intuitive displays that help you get on and get going, the 576i features an adjustable CrossRamp that allows you to change incline and target specific muscle groups in both the upper and lower body.



Easy-to-use handgrip sensors monitor heart rate.


Stride lengths vary along the incline of the CrossRamp from 21.2 to 24.7 inches .
Features:
  • CrossRamp technology: You can select a ramp angle between 15 and 40 degrees throughout the workout to isolate and cross train quadriceps, glutes, hamstrings, and calves. Stride lengths vary along the incline from 21.2 to 24.7 inches for a smooth, comfortable workout.
  • Superior workout for glutes and quads: Working out on an EFX yields significantly more glute and quad activity than using a stairclimber, cycle, or treadmill.
  • Direct access to 14 programs: Six buttons are the gateway to 14 preset programs, including one fitness test. You can select or change to a new program at any time during their workout.
  • Tap Control: Large buttons provide satisfying tactile response and audible click. Beginners and experts alike easily get on and go with this intuitive control. You know the machine has received input, even when using headphones for entertainment.
  • Durable 6-phase generator system with no contacting parts to reduce friction and wear provides 20 levels to tailor workouts with consistent resistance. The 20 resistance levels range from 18 watts (level 1 at 20 SPM) to 720 watts (level 20 at 100 SPM).
  • Double polyurethane wheels with oversized axle and sealed bearings with improved seals glide on precision extruded aluminum tracks to distribute your weight for efficiency
  • Bio-feedback center with SmartRate provides dedicated feedback on heart rate and calories. SmartRate shows your heart rate in relation to the target zone for weight loss and cardio training.
  • Movable arms for upper body workout
  • Numeric keypad makes data entry and Cardio Theater control easy
  • Heart rate monitoring and compatibility with heart rate telemetry reading using an optional chest strap
  • Transport wheels in the rear of the EFX allow the unit to be moved when cleaning the floor
  • Accessory holders for water bottle, portable music, reading material and more
  • Two-step powder-coating process applies rust-resistant undercoat and cosmetic topcoat to steel frame
  • QuickStart lets you begin workout with the push of a single button
  • Enjoy integrated entertainment: An optional Cardio Theater personal viewing screen can be integrated into the console, providing you with entertainment options while keeping you moving in the correct biomechanic position.



The Precor EFX576i elliptical crosstrainer.


The user-friendly console with multiple feedback options make monitoring workouts easy.
Specifications:
  • Power: Self
  • Programs: 3 cross training; 1 cross country; 1 fitness test; 2 gluteals; 1 heart rate, 2 interval, 1 hill climb; 1 manual, 1 weight loss; 1 custom
  • Stride length: 21.2 inches at 13 degrees to 24.7 inches at 40 degrees
  • CrossRamp: 13 to 40 degrees (adjustable)
  • Resistance levels: 1 to 20
  • Maximum pause time: 30 seconds
  • Maximum workout time: 240 minutes
  • Height of foot at maximum incline: 21.5 inches
  • Height of pedal at lowest position (step up): 8 inches
  • Maximum user weight: 350 pounds
  • Dimensions: 80 x 32 x 68 inches (L x W x H)
  • Weight: 318 pounds

Manufacturer's Warranty
Frame - seven years, display face assembly - five years, parts - two years, labor - one year

Note on Assembly
Precor highly recommends that you consider a professional assembly and installation of your Precor exercise machine. If you would like to speak to someone about having your machine professionally installed, please contact Precor at askprecor@precor.com or by calling 1-866-593-5568.

About Precor
Precor is passionate about fitness. It all started with a desire to create a better kind of exercise equipment, one that mirrored human movement: fluid, natural, and dynamic. Twenty-six years later the company's biomechanics and engineering experience have led to countless innovations that have captivated fitness enthusiasts of all ages and abilities. Precor has introduced many "firsts" to the fitness industry, including the Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer (EFX®) in 1995 and the revolutionary, award-winning Adaptive Motion Trainer (AMT®) in 2007. Today, Precor is a celebrated top-tier brand preferred by fitness enthusiasts of all abilities and their machines are used every day in health clubs, hotels, facilities, and homes worldwide.



Compare These Precor Elliptical Crosstrainers


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Precor SeriesPremium HomePremium HomePremium HomePremium HomeHomeHomeCommercialCommercial
Adjustable CrossRamp®15 to 40 degrees15 to 40 degrees15 to 30 degrees15 to 30 degrees15 to 25 degrees15 to 25 degrees15 to 40 degrees15 to 40 degrees
HandlebarsConvertibleConvertibleMovingFixedMovingFixedMovingFixed
Heart RateTouch and wireless; chest strap includedTouch and wireless; chest strap not includedTouch and wireless; chest strap not includedTouch and wireless; chest strap not includedTouchTouchTouch and wireless; chest strap not includedTouch and wireless; chest strap not included
SmartRate®YesYesYesYesYesYesYesYes
Programs15101010881410
User IDs42222200
Resistance Levels2020202016162020
Locking PinYesYesYesYesYesYesNoNo
Size (L x W x H)7' x 2'7" x 5'3"7' x 2'7" x 5'3"7' x 2'7" x 5'3"7' x 2'7" x 5'3"6'4" x 2'5" x 5'2"6'4" x 2'5" x 5'2"6'8" x 2'8" x 5'8"6'8" x 2'8" x 5'8'
Weight240 pounds240 pounds240 pounds210 pounds176 pounds159 pounds338 pounds318 pounds
Power120v plug in120v plug in120v plug in120v plug in120v plug in120v plug inSelf poweredSelf powered
WarrantyFrame: lifetime, parts and wear items: 10 years, labor: 1 yearFrame: lifetime, parts and wear items: 10 years, labor: 1 yearFrame: lifetime, parts and wear items: 10 years, labor: 1 yearFrame: lifetime, parts and wear items: 10 years, labor: 1 yearFrame: lifetime, parts and wear items: 10 years, labor: 1 yearFrame: lifetime, parts and wear items: 10 years, labor: 1 yearConsumer product warranty applies to commercial products purchased for home use. Lifetime frame; 10 years parts and wear items; 1 year laborConsumer product warranty applies to commercial products purchased for home use. Lifetime frame; 10 years parts and wear items; 1 year labor

You are looking at the Precor EFX 576i elliptical. This elliptical features the moving arms of a cross-trainer with a cross-ramp adjustable from 13 to 40 degrees and 14 programs. It is a super efficient, low impact workout that is easy on your joints and helps you burn calories faster. It features a built-in heart rate monitor into the handles and the soft touch display, which works at the graze of a finger instead of a button ... Programs (14): Cross Country 1, Cross Training 3, Custom 1, Fitness Test 1, Gluteals 2, Heart Rate 1, Hill Climb 1, Interval 1, Manual 1, Total Body Interval 1, Weight Loss 1 ... Quick start option for manual course ... Displays: Calories, Calories per Minute, CrossRamp Incline, Heart Rate, METs, Muscles Targeted, Profile, Remaining Time, Resistance Levels, SmartRate, Strides, Strides per Minute, Time, Watts ... 20 CrossRamp settings (13 to 40 degrees) ... 20 Resistance Levels ... Contact Heart Rate Monitor Built Into Handles ... Soft Touch Display: Works at the graze of a finger instead of a button ... Stride Length: 21.2 in at 13 degrees to 24.7 in at 40 degrees ... Integrated reading rack and a water bottle holder ... Max User Weight: 400 lbs ... Weight: 338 lbs ... Dimensions: 80"L x 32"W x 66"H ... Self-powered with Auto Start. (No external power source required.)


Monday, December 19, 2011

Confidence Fitness Space Saving Elliptical Trainer

Confidence Fitness Space Saving Elliptical Trainer Review



Confidence Fitness Space Saving Elliptical Trainer Feature

  • Space-saving elliptical trainer designed for smaller homes or apartments
  • Ideal for event training, rehabilitation, and traditional cardio fitness
  • Footpads move in natural elliptical motion for low impact
  • 6-Function computer tracks your time, speed, distance, calories, and pulse
  • 220-Pound capacity, measures 36-Inch long and 20-Inch wide
Enjoy a total body workout even if you live in a small home or apartment with this Confidence space-saving elliptical trainer. Designed to provide a low-impact cardiovascular workout for all family members regardless of ability level, the trainer is ideal for event training, rehabilitation, and plain-old cardio fitness. More significantly for space-challenged users, the trainer measures a mere 36 inches long and 20 inches wide--smaller than the size of many chairs. Despite the small size, the trainer still offers all the traditional elliptical features, including a pair of nonskid foot pedals, two elliptical arms for upper body work, and a multi-function computer that monitors your time, speed, distance, calories, and pulse. Equipped with an adjustable magnetic resistance system, the trainer offers a maximum capacity of 220 pounds and carries a one-year warranty.

Key Details:

  • Tracks your time, speed, distance, calories, and pulse while working out
  • Nonskid foot pedals
  • Adjustable magnetic resistance system
  • Measures 36 by 20 inches
  • All necessary tools for easy home assembly are included
  • 220-pound maximum user capacity

Ideal for acheiving and maintaining fitness in the comfort of your own home, with low-impact cardiovascular exercise! This compact unit features dimensions of 36" in length and only 20" wide which won't take up a whole room like regular full size machines. The computer can monitor Time, speed, distance, calories, pulse and also has an odometer. Instruction manual and tools for assembly are included. Manufacturer 1 year warranty. Maximum user weight is 220 lbs.


Saturday, December 17, 2011

Cross Trainer Elliptical

Cross Trainer Elliptical Review



The new BFCT1 Elliptical Cross Trainer provides a non-impact cardio workout in a very compact space. The synchronized arms recruit your upper body providing a total body workout. Eight levels of smooth magnetic resistance give all users challenging workouts. The LED console offers feedback for time, distance, speed, calories and heart rate. Transport wheels allow anyone to move the unit easily. Elliptical trainers are the hottest cardio products in the market today, and the BFCT1 is an outstanding entry level option for this category.


Thursday, December 15, 2011

Body Rider Fan Elliptical Trainer

Body Rider Fan Elliptical Trainer Review



Body Rider Fan Elliptical Trainer Feature

  • Patented elliptical motion design
  • Chain driven fan wheel runs quietly and smoothly
  • Dual-action handlebars allow upper and lower body workouts
  • Includes a workout video to guide user on product usage
  • Measures 25 by 9 by 36 inches (L x W x H)
Don't think you have the room or budget for a home elliptical trainer? Think again - the Body rider BR1830 Fan Elliptical Trainer is a compact and electricity free elliptical that works for anyone. This patented elliptical rider allows users to perform upper and lower body workouts with zero impact on knees and other joints. The fan wheel runs quietly and smoothly and you may choose your desired workout resistance level by adjusting the friction belt tension control knob. A workout video is included.

Features:

  • Chain-driven fan resistance is quiet and smooth
  • Adjust resistance level by adjusting the friction knob
  • Motion handlebars provide and upper- and lower-body workout
  • Multi-function console-level monitor shows time, distance, speed, and calories burned per session
  • Includes a video workout guide to get you started

Specifications:

  • Product weight: 58 pounds
  • Dimensions: 25 by 9 by 36 inches (L x W x H)
  • Frame Material: Steel
  • Assembly: Required
  • Manufacturer's warranty included

This patented elliptical rider allows users to perform upper and lower body workouts with “zero” impact. The fan wheel runs quietly & smoothly. You may choose your desired workout resistance level by adjusting the friction belt tension control knob. A workout video is included.


Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Horizon EX-59 Elliptical Trainer - Horizon Fitness EX-59 Elliptical Trainer - HEP0349-00HEP0349-00

Horizon EX-59 Elliptical Trainer - Horizon Fitness EX-59 Elliptical Trainer - HEP0349-00HEP0349-00 Review



Horizon Fitness EX-59 Elliptical Trainer


Monday, December 12, 2011

Sole E55 Elliptical Trainer (2009-2010 Model, DISCONTINUED)

Sole E55 Elliptical Trainer (2009-2010 Model, DISCONTINUED) Review



Sole E55 Elliptical Trainer (2009-2010 Model, DISCONTINUED) Feature

  • Features a 27-pound flywheel and dual-action functionality for an upper and lower body workout
  • Grip pulse monitoring and heart rate chest strap; oversize and adjustable foot pedals
  • Sixteen resistance levels and ten programs for a challenging workout
  • Offers a 20-inch stride length, LCD display monitor, cooling fan, and water bottle holder
  • 350-pound maximum weight capacity; measures 82 by 27 by 68 inches (L x W x H) when assembled
Enjoy an efficient full-body workout without heading to the gym with the Sole E55 elliptical trainer. Boasting a heavy 30-pound flywheel, a high gear ratio not found on most comparable models, and a pair of upper body handles, the E55 delivers an extremely smooth workout with plenty of top-end resistance. Users will also appreciate the unique oversize and adjustable foot pedals, which were designed in collaboration with a leading physical therapist and sports enthusiast. The pedals are not only extra large, but also feature a 2-degree inward slope that reduces the ankle and knee stress that's common in other elliptical machines. The collaboration also produced a revolutionary foot pedal angle adjustment not found on any other elliptical. Taking into account that not everyone walks the same way, Sole engineers made the E55's pedals adjustable to fit the way you walk. This also reduces the likelihood of numb toes and sore Achilles tendons.

Workout specifics include 16 resistance levels, 10 total programs (including two custom and two heart-rate programs), and a 20-inch stride length. Perhaps the handiest feature from a user perspective, however, is the easy-to-use electronic console, which integrates a blue backlit LCD display, a cooling fan, and a water bottle holder. The E55, which offers a maximum weight capacity of 350 pounds, carries the following warranties: lifetime on the frame, five years on all parts and electronics, and two years on the labor.

Specifications:

  • Assembled Dimensions: 82 by 27 by 68 inches (L x W x H)
  • Arm Spacing: 23 inches


    The E55 offers an LCD display on the console to track your key workout metrics.
  • Arm Stride: 30 inches
  • Step Up: 15 inches
  • Foot Spacing: 5.5 inches
  • Stride Length: 20 inches
  • Front Drive: Yes
  • Steel Frame: 38mm
  • Resistance Type: ECB
  • Adjustable Pedals: Worm Drive
  • Articulating Pedals: Yes
  • Flywheel: 27 pounds
  • Resistance Levels: 16
  • Power: Plug in
  • Upper Body: Yes
  • Molded Hand Grips: No
  • Pulse Grips: Yes
  • Handlebar Adjust: Yes
  • Display Type: LCD
  • Heart Rate Control: Yes
  • Heart Rate Telemetry Belt: Yes
  • Auto Pilot: No
  • HR % Graph: No
  • Windows: 1
  • Track Display: Yes
  • Color Backlit: Blue
  • Audio System: Yes
  • Incline: Power
  • Six Standard Programs
  • Two User-Defined Programs
  • Two Heart Rate Programs
  • Cooling Fans: Standard
  • Water Bottle Holder: Yes
  • Rear Rail Shroud: Yes
  • Weight Capacity: 375 pounds

Manufacturer's Warranty
Frame and brake - lifetime, parts/electronics - 5 years, labor - 2 years

About Sole
Sole brings over twenty years of treadmill and fitness product design and manufacturing to the table in their line of innovative equipment designed for fitness-conscious people. The company's treadmill line is simple in design, with an emphasis on quality and warranty all at a great price. Sole's easy-to-use treadmills offer a great value and feature a convenient, space-saving portable design. The treadmills have a very stable base with four wheels for ease of movement, folding decks to conserve space, and a 30-year motor and lifetime deck and frame warranty. Sole is always looking for ways to make their equipment better, more efficient, with higher quality at a great price.

About Elliptical Trainers
Elliptical trainers represent the next wave of advancement in low-impact cardiovascular exercise machines and continue to grow in popularity. By simulating motions experienced through walking, stepping, cycling, and skiing, elliptical machines allow for a smooth and fluid motion while building strength in the arms and legs. Similar to the exercise position for treadmills, elliptical trainers are used by standing in an upright position while holding the handrails of the machine. With elliptical trainers, however, your feet remain in the foot pedals throughout the exercise regimen and circulate in a smooth and seamless motion, resulting in little to no impact on the knees, back, and hips.

Elliptical trainers are compatible for all ages and fitness levels and allow you to select the difficulty level through the incline and intensity settings. Additionally, elliptical trainers allow you to determine the complexity of your workout based on your needs, all while listening to music, watching television, or reading a magazine while exercising in the comfort and safety of your own home.

Although different types of elliptical trainers offer an assortment of features, many of them include an array of challenging programs, forward and reverse directional movement, EKG grip pulse handles, a lightweight portable design with easy fold-up capability, and a monitor displaying calories burned, distance, speed, time, and heart rate. Other types of exercise machines, namely treadmills and bikes, offer excellent cardiovascular exercise and muscular training for the legs in a forward-motion exercise. Elliptical trainers take this to the next level by offering an upper and lower body workout with dual motion, challenging and diverse programs, and a low-impact exercise machine that won't strain sensitive joints.


Friday, December 9, 2011

Precor EFX 5.33 Premium Series Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer

Precor EFX 5.33 Premium Series Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Review



Precor EFX 5.33 Premium Series Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Feature

  • Professional-quality elliptical trainer with variable stride length and adjustable ramp (from 15 to 30 degrees)
  • Ergonomic handlebars let you tone and condition your entire body; console display stores water bottle, mp3 player and magazines
  • 20 levels of resistance; 10 preset programs including 1 aerobic, 1 cross training, 2 heart rate, 2 weight loss
  • Handheld heart rate monitoring with compatibility for wireless monitors
  • Lifetime warranty on frame, 10 year on parts, 1 year on labor
The total body Precor EFX 5.33 home elliptical lets you personalize your workout, with moving handlebars that let you tone and condition your entire body while maintaining comfortable posture and correct technique. Intuitive programming makes it simple to engage for a quick cardio session or more technical training. CrossRamp technology offers variable incline (15 to 30 degrees) and stride length and sophisticated customization programs (10 in total) that track your progress.


The ramp angle is fully adjustable from 15 to 30 degrees, allowing you to individually target and work all major lower body muscle groups.


Ergonomic handlebars let you tone and condition your entire body while maintaining comfortable posture and proper technique.
This Precor elliptical crosstrainer features integrated heart rate monitoring and compatibility with wireless heart telemetry via optional chest strap transmitters (available separately).

Features:

  • Adjustable CrossRamp targets key muscle groups. The ramp angle is fully adjustable from 15 to 30 degrees and moves up and down at the push of a button, allowing you to individually target and work all major lower body muscle groups. Different ramp positions engage different lower body muscle groups. When moving the ramp from the bottom to the top, you’ll feel various muscles engage and disengage--the lower positions activate all muscle groups, while the higher positions isolate glutes, quads, and calves. A variable stride length, from 21 to 23 inches, offers even greater diversity to your workout.
  • Designed with your home in mind. With subtle tones and clean lines, this Precor elliptical is designed to fit naturally with your home decor and your lifestyle. The display keeps your favorite things close at hand with areas for your water bottle, MP3 player and cell phone. A compartment on the front of the machine keeps your magazines in easy reach.
  • Track your target heart rate for fitness results. Easy-to-use handgrip sensors or wireless heart rate telemetry (using an optional heart rate chest strap trasmitter, available separately) allow you to monitor your heart rate during workouts. Whether your desired result is improved cardio training or weight loss, SmartRate keeps you in your target zone--helping you achieve your fitness goals
  • Intuitive console is easy to read and adjust. Access QuickStart, programs and User IDs at the touch of a button. The Tap Control keypad is user-friendly with "quick key" functions. Dedicated display areas show your heart rate, calories burned and time/duration of exercise--to help you get the most from your workout. Choose between calorie goals, distance goals, vertical feet climbed goals, and time goals.
  • 20 consistent levels of electromagnetic resistance to customize your workout, ranging from 10 watts at work level #1 at 20 RPM to 625 watts at work level #20 at 100 RPM
  • Direction of rotation is completely reversible from forward to backward to allow even greater use of different muscle groups
  • Optimized biomechanics combining low impact with smooth natural motion
  • Touch sensitive display makes it easy to monitor and customize workouts
  • Two User IDs allow two people enter and store personal preference information, then quickly retrieve it for future workouts
  • Locking pin secures the pedals when not in use
  • Integrated storage shelf for water bottle, portable music player, etc.; magazine storage located in front plastic housing and reading rack on display
  • QuickStart lets you begin workout with the push of a single button



The Precor EFX 5.33 elliptical trainer.
Specifications:
  • Resistance levels: 20
  • CrossRamp: 15 to 30 degrees
  • Stride: 21 to 23 inches
  • Upper body range of motion: 12 to 19 inches
  • Pedal dimensions: 7 x 15 inches
  • Pedal spacing: 3 inches
  • Programs: 10 total including 1 aerobic, 1 cross training, 1 gluteals, 2 heart rate, 1 hill climb, 1 interval, 1 manual, 2 weight loss
  • Dimensions: 84 x 31 x 63 inches (L x W x H)
  • Weight: 240 pounds

Manufacturer's Warranty
Frame and welds - lifetime, parts and wear items - ten years, labor - one year

Note on Assembly
Precor highly recommends that you consider a professional assembly and installation of your Precor exercise machine. If you would like to speak to someone about having your machine professionally installed, please contact Precor at askprecor@precor.com or by calling 1-866-593-5568.

About Precor
Precor is passionate about fitness. It all started with a desire to create a better kind of exercise equipment, one that mirrored human movement: fluid, natural, and dynamic. Twenty-six years later the company's biomechanics and engineering experience have led to countless innovations that have captivated fitness enthusiasts of all ages and abilities. Precor has introduced many "firsts" to the fitness industry, including the Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer (EFX®) in 1995 and the revolutionary, award-winning Adaptive Motion Trainer (AMT®) in 2007. Today, Precor is a celebrated top-tier brand preferred by fitness enthusiasts of all abilities and their machines are used every day in health clubs, hotels, facilities, and homes worldwide.



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Precor SeriesPremium HomePremium HomePremium HomePremium HomeHomeHomeCommercialCommercial
Adjustable CrossRamp®15 to 40 degrees15 to 40 degrees15 to 30 degrees15 to 30 degrees15 to 25 degrees15 to 25 degrees15 to 40 degrees15 to 40 degrees
HandlebarsConvertibleConvertibleMovingFixedMovingFixedMovingFixed
Heart RateTouch and wireless; chest strap includedTouch and wireless; chest strap not includedTouch and wireless; chest strap not includedTouch and wireless; chest strap not includedTouchTouchTouch and wireless; chest strap not includedTouch and wireless; chest strap not included
SmartRate®YesYesYesYesYesYesYesYes
Programs15101010881410
User IDs42222200
Resistance Levels2020202016162020
Locking PinYesYesYesYesYesYesNoNo
Size (L x W x H)7' x 2'7" x 5'3"7' x 2'7" x 5'3"7' x 2'7" x 5'3"7' x 2'7" x 5'3"6'4" x 2'5" x 5'2"6'4" x 2'5" x 5'2"6'8" x 2'8" x 5'8"6'8" x 2'8" x 5'8'
Weight240 pounds240 pounds240 pounds210 pounds176 pounds159 pounds338 pounds318 pounds
Power120v plug in120v plug in120v plug in120v plug in120v plug in120v plug inSelf poweredSelf powered
WarrantyFrame: lifetime, parts and wear items: 10 years, labor: 1 yearFrame: lifetime, parts and wear items: 10 years, labor: 1 yearFrame: lifetime, parts and wear items: 10 years, labor: 1 yearFrame: lifetime, parts and wear items: 10 years, labor: 1 yearFrame: lifetime, parts and wear items: 10 years, labor: 1 yearFrame: lifetime, parts and wear items: 10 years, labor: 1 yearConsumer product warranty applies to commercial products purchased for home use. Lifetime frame; 10 years parts and wear items; 1 year laborConsumer product warranty applies to commercial products purchased for home use. Lifetime frame; 10 years parts and wear items; 1 year labor