Sunday, February 5, 2012

Kettler ELYX 5 Folding Cross Trainer

New Front Drive Elliptical
If you’re looking for a full body workout or simply like the idea of training indoors then let Kettler help you achieve the best results. Discover fully functional fitness equipment made to the highest standard with the latest technology and innovative designs. The brand new Kettler ELYX 5 crosstrainer boasts a revolutionary design with advanced monitoring.

Fold Away Cross Trainer
Kettler’s latest addition to their stylish range of front wheel elliptical includes the ELYX 5 folding model. The German made cross trainer has the robust build and design synonymous with the Kettler brand. In addition to space saving qualities there’s plenty of training programmes for a varied workout along with precise feedback for improving your performance.

20” Stride Length
Not only does the Kettler Elyx 5 crosstrainer sport a neat folding mechanism and front wheel drive it has a 20 inch stride length too. This longer stride length offers a comfortable workout position for taller people and the heavy 22kg flywheel ensures a smooth elliptical motion.

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Kettler Fitness Equipment
Kettler elliptical front and rear cross-trainers are ergonomically designed to be joint friendly giving you a low impact exercise. Perfect for improving general fitness and toning the body as well as a gentle routine for a rehabilitation process. The range includes the Elyx 3, Elyx 5, Elyx 7, Unix P and the Unix PX crosstrainers.

Features Kettler ELYX 5 Cross Trainer

  • Folding Front Drive
  • 10 programs
  • 20” Stride Length
  • 22kg Flywheel
  • Hand-grip pulse
  • Heart rate Monitoring
  • Back-lit LCD Console Feedback:
  • Time,Speed,Calories,Distance,Heart Rate,Resistance

Size L x 200cm  W x 70cm x  H x 180cm
User Weight 23.5 Stone (150kg)

Sainsbury’s Striders & Elliptical Cross Trainers

Discover a whole world of sport and fitness equipment at Sainsbury’s from running machines, weight benches and multi gyms to treadmills and elliptical cross trainers. Here you will find the latest models from well known brands such as York and Body Sculpture. The York X201 Cross Trainer is a good choice for those who enjoy a more varied workout. It offers 21 different programmes that include 18 fitness test programmes and 3 heart rate programmes.

Other features include 16 resistance levels, adjustable non-slip footplates and stride length. There is plenty of feed back too so you can monitor your progress and get the best from your fitness routine. Information about your pulse and heart rate is via hand sensors and the LCD screen displays time, distance, pulse and rpm.

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Key Features York Fitness X201 Cross Trainer

  • 21 Programmes
  • Adjustable resistance
  • Pulse Sensor Included
  • Silver, black, blue colour finish
  • LCD Display Screen
  • Max user weight: 125kg
  • Dimensions: L136cm W:65cm D: 154cm
  • 2 years Manufacturers Guarantee
  • Transportation Wheels

Enjoy the convenience of working out at home and save money too. No need to pay out for a gym membership when you can get kitted out at home for a lot less money. Elliptical Trainers at Sainsbury’s are an affordable way of keeping fit. They have a broad range of exercise equipment to suit every budget.

An elliptical cross trainer offers a low impact cardiovascular workout that efficiently burns fat and promotes aerobic fitness. The range of cross trainers vary with different stride lengths and the more expensive models give a better elliptical action. The stride gives a natural stride that is smoother and less jerky.

John Lewis XT2 Elliptical Cross Trainer, White/Silver

Get more out of your exercise routine with the help of an elliptical cross trainer. This compact machine is ideal for those starting up their own fitness gym at home.Features include a easy to use touch panel LCD screen with 12 pre-set training programs. The console displays watts, user, time, distance, rate per minute, speed,calorie count and pulse rate.The XT2 cross trainer by John Lewis offers a 16” stride length and 1 to 24 resistance range enabling you to steadily build up your training plan.

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You get a free 5 year guarantee on parts and labour when you buy any large John Lewis fitness equipment. A 3 year guarantee is offered on all other brands. There is over 40 quality elliptical cross trainers at John Lewis starting at around £350. In addition to their own brand exercise equipment can be found by : Life Fitness, Vision Fitness, Horizon, Nordic Track, Kettler, Bremshey, Matrix and Spirit Fitness.

Selection of Crosstrainers at John Lewis…


At John Lewis you will find everything you need to create your own keep fit studio from folding elliptical cross trainers, treadmills and exercise bikes. For larger areas there are multi gyms, rowing machines and commercial grade step machines. For something a little different the latest Human Touch Board, Vibration Platforms or I Joy Ride Twist adds a fun and varied experience to keeping fit. Key Features John Lewis XT2 Elliptical Cross Trainer

  • Brand: John Lewis
  • Console: LCD
  • Free 5 year guarantee
  • Heart rate monitoring
  • Max user weight: 135kg
  • Stride length: 16”
  • Weight: 56kg
  • Dimensions: L125 x W66 x H165cm
  • White/Silver

Reebok B5.8e LE Crosstrainer

Reebok B5.8e Limited Edition Crosstrainer with i-Pod docking station
Follow a great fat-burning session on an elliptical crosstrainer and lose any excess weight in no time. The essential requirement for long term health benefits is to buy a reliable and sturdy machine like this limited edition crosstrainer.

The Reebok 5.8 elliptical offers high performance combined with good looks that will grace any home. For that extra incentive there is an iPod docking station so you can keep fit to your favourite music.

Reebok B5.8 LE with i-Pod Docking Station

One Size Fits All – Low Impact Crosstrainer

The adjustable footplates make the Reebok 5.8LE a versatile machine for both tall and small builds. The pedals have a soft pad inlay for added comfort. Other key features on this limited model is the colour LCD display. The Polar chest belt measures your heart rate as you exercise and transmits this to the console.

The LCD will then display this information by changing colour. This easy to read console will give you at a glance feedback so you get the best from your fitness routine.

The Reebok brand is known globally for creating innovative products & fitness equipment for today’s lifestyles. You’ll find gym standard exercise machines designed for those seeking the ultimate home fitness experience.

The sleek lines of the 5.8 model and high gloss finish adds a touch of class to a crosstrainer made for achieving maximum results. Part of a limited edition it will have a unique number as there will only be 500 pieces manufactured.

Reebok Elliptical Cross Trainers

Reebok B5.8e Key Features

  • Reebok Performance Series 5.8e LE Elliptical Cross Trainer
  • i-Pod Docking Charging Dock
  • Performance Speakers
  • High Gloss Finish
  • Crystal Multi-Colour LCD Console
  • Speed/ Time/ Distance/ Calories/ Pulse/ RPM/ Watt
  • Pulse measuring: Hand pulse including POLAR chest belt
  • 12 Multi levels of Programs + 5 Individual
  • Comfortable & Moveable Footplates
  • Brake system: M-Force EMS electro induction
  • Fly wheel weight/resistance: 10kg
  • User profile memory: 9
  • Heart Rate controlled programmes
  • Bottle and holder: Yes
  • Max User Weight 150kg
  • Assembled dimensions: 140 x 58 x 162cms
  • Floor Level Adjustment

Tunturi C65 19in Stride Cross Trainer

Tunturi C65 19” Stride Cross Trainer
You won’t feel like you’re exercising on your own with the Tunturi C65 Cross Trainer because there is an excellent coaching program. T-Trainer is your own personal fitness coach that will keep you focused and add interest to your workout.

Tunturi C65 Cross Trainer

There is a total of 121 programmes including quick start, manual, constant Watt, constant HRC, 10 preset programs, 100 user programs, HR max limit, T-Ride™, T-Trainer™, race & fitness test. When you buy a gym quality elliptical cross trainer like the Tunturi C65 you get a sturdy reliable product made to last. Expect smooth quiet action with fantastic functionality including T-Ride interactive software capabilities for a realistic simulation of outdoor exercise.

The C65 19” stride cross trainer sports a new look console with a 4 inch full colour graphic display. The interactive feedback is easy to read and provides valuable information on your progress so you stay on track. There is also a wireless chest strap which sends accurate heart rate measurements direct to the console.

Tunturi Cross Trainers

Tunturi C65 Key Features

  • 4 inch graphic full colour display
  • 121 Programmes
  • Preset programmes: 10
  • User programmes: 100
  • 5 T-Ride programmes,
  • 20 users register
  • Heart Rate Monitoring (via chest strap & hand sensors)
  • Fitness test
  • PC connection (USB) allows access to T-Ride and T-Trainer software
  • Maximum user weight: 135 kg (21 stone)
  • Brake system – electromagnetic
  • Flywheel Mass: 38kg (84lbs)
  • Stride length: 50 cm / 19 inches
  • Colour: Slate Grey,
  • Transport wheels
  • Overall Size: 183 x 70 x 170cm (75” x 28” x 67”)

Buying a more expensive model not only brings far superior features it has a smooth silent operating system. This combined with an electromagnetic brake and 19 inch rear-driven stride gives a smooth pedaling motion. Having a longer stride provides an elliptical movement similar to jogging which would suit more advanced or taller users.