Weslo Elite 3.0 Cross Trainer
The past fifteen years or so has seen a rapid increase in the manufacture of elliptical cross trainers.
The popularity of this relatively new concept of fitness training has led to many companies supplying elliptical trainers for the commercial market as well as for use at home.
Burn Calories and Tone your Whole Body
An elliptical cross trainer will burn calories, tone your entire body and give you a great low impact workout. You will get the combined benefits of a strength building and cardio training.
The Weslo “Elite 3.0″ elliptical cross trainer offers variation and motivation to every workout. There are 16 professionally designed pre-set programmes including 1 fitness test plus a host of features with all the information required to reach your goals and optimal fitness levels.
The easy to read console has a tinted style display and gives accurate feedback. The display shows time, distance, revolutions and calories burned.
Dual hand grip Pulse Sensors read the user’s heart rate, and displays it on the console ensuring you get the best out of your training session at home.
Features of the Weslo “Elite 3.0″ elliptical
- Dual action cross trainer for a total body workout
- Console displays
- Feed back on time, distance, revolutions and calories
- 16 levels of silent magnetic resistance
- 16 programmes
- 1 Fitness Test
- Hand Pulse Grips
- Heavy 8kg flywheel
- Max user weight: 115kg/18 stone
The dual action elliptical movement assists your balance and coordination making this an ideal form of exercise for beginners and experienced users.
Once you have picked up the elliptical movement you can either follow one of the 16 programmes or choose the speed and resistance you like.
Joint friendly Exercises
The Weslo Elite 3.0 elliptical will help you strengthen and tone both the upper and lower body without any undue stress on the joints.
Cardiovascular exercise is an important component of physical fitness. The more active you are the more “alive” you will feel with increased energy levels. Exercise itself is so important and decreases the chances of developing cardiovascular disease.
Owning a home cross trainer like the Weslo elliptical can ensure you get the exercise you need for a fit and healthy lifestyle.
Weslo fitness equipment is among the best in the market today. Weslo is owned by Icon Health and Fitness, who also own the following popular brands:
- FreeMotion Fitness,
- ProForm,
- Weider,
- HealthRider,
- EPIC, Image,
- iFit and NordicTrack
They also license Reebok and Gold’s Gym brands.
Trimline E418 Cross Trainer
The popular E418 from TrimMaster has the same features as the Trimline E418 the only difference is the rebranding of later models. The TrimMaster range of products are new versions that are now replacing all the old Trimline equipment.
This cross trainer provides a health club experience with its smooth and natural stride motion. Fitness enthusiasts can enjoy a full body workout with a choice of 12 preset programmes for a varied and challenging session that will keep the motivation going.
Gym Quality Elliptical at an Affordable Price
For value for money exercise machines that offer reliability performance and sturdiness the TrimMaster brand has treadmills, an exercise bike and a TrimMaster elliptical trainer. The TrimMaster brand was launched in 2006 and the new versions are updated and based on the old Trimline range.
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The Trimline E418 cross trainer provides a low impact exercise with a training course profile readout to give you a varied choice of workouts to suit your particular needs. The preset and custom programs include heart rate control for optimal training and a full body movement for the ultimate workout.
Precision PathTM Foot Motion Technology
For the most natural feel and workout performance the TrimMaster E418 incorporates Foot Motion Technology providing the perfect elliptical stride and the longer stride length for a more comfortable training session.
Silent electromagnetic resistance ensures smooth and quiet operation ideal for home fitness. The easy to use console allows you to adjust the resistance without interrupting your workout. It also keeps you informed of your progress encouraging you to achieve your goals and optimum fitness levels.
Features and Specifications
The TrimMaster E418/ The Trimline E418 Elliptical Cross Trainer
- Easy viewing backlit LCD console
- Displays time, speed, distance, RPM, resistance level, calorie consumption and heart rate 12 workout programs: Rolling, Valley, Fat burn, Ramp and Random
- 8 preset, 2 heart rate controlled, 1 heart rate recovery and 1 manual program
- Fitness test to monitor your fitness progress
- Full body movement for the ultimate workout
- Console controlled electromagnetic resistance for smooth, silent operation.
- 8 adjustment levels
- Smooth motion minimizing stress to the ankles, knees and back
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- Articulating footplate follows the natural motion of your foot
- 18 inch / 45 cm stride length
- Handgrip heart rate monitoring
- Water bottle holder
- Power: supply mains or battery powered
- Length: 170 cm / 67 inches
- Width: 74 cm / 29 inches
- Height: 174 cm / 69 inches
- Weight: 70 kg / 154 lbs
- Use: home
- Max user weight: 125 kg / 275 lbs / 19 st 9 lbs
- Packed weight and dimensions: 175 x 46 x 78 cm, 80 kgs
Ideal Low Impact Exercise with less Strain on Knees and Ankles
The introduction of elliptical cross trainers has been one of the most exciting innovations of cardiovascular equipment. The dual action of the cross trainer arms combined with the foot pedals enables you to effectively exercise the main muscle groups together.
Their popularity continues to grow due to the low impact and stress on joints and muscles. They are ideal for anyone with knee or ankle problems, rehabilitation exercise or older people.
Reebok I-Train Cross Trainer
Reebok is an American based company with a Brand name recognised all over the world for quality fitness and lifestyles products.
Reebok itself doesn’t manufacture elliptical trainers but they have put their name to one of the many lines of Icon Fitness.
Icon Fitness licence the Reebok name
Icon Fitness is the world’s largest fitness equipment manufacturer and it was a smart move to license the brand name of Reebok for their elliptical trainers. The combination of a recognised quality brand and superior manufacturing of fitness equipment is an inspiration in the fitness market.
Reebok’s superb selection of Fitness and Strength products including Reebok treadmills, cross Trainers, exercise bikes and rowing machines is like having your own personal trainer.
For those starting out on a new home fitness routine a compact elliptical trainer has many advantages. Elliptical cross trainers combine the benefits of cardio and strength building exercises by using your arms and legs and are much kinder on the joints. These low impact machines tones both upper and lower body muscles and also helps with balance and coordination.
An Elliptical for Beginners
An excellent elliptical cross trainer for beginners and experienced individuals is the Reebok I-Train Cross Trainer and it represents good value for money as well. It comes in a choice of four cool colours to blend in nicely at home.
The i-trainer is a very stylish crosstrainer that has a compact construction perfect for home use especially where space is limited. The practical transport wheels also make it easy to get it into position and store away when finished.
The Reebok I-Train cross trainer was introduced for first time buyers of fitness equipment. Beginners and those up to intermediate levels can enjoy a challenging and comfortable workout.
Easy to read display
The Reebok i-trainer is the brand new i-series range of fitness equipment from Reebok. It has some fine features with a basic console and an easy to read display. The LCD console gives you all the feedback you need to workout. The display measures 70 x 70 mm and shows speed, time, distance, calories, hand pulse sensor and manual.
Unique styling and ergonomically designing gives it a good look and feel plus it comes in a choice of Pink, Black, Orange and Blue in the Reebok elliptical range. The i-trainer also incorporates M-Force; innovative magnetic brake system with smooth resistance adjustment offering maintenance-free running.
For a comfortable and effective workout the I-Train has adjustable pedals enabling you to find the optimal position and a multi position handlebar. For safety and stability while exercising the Reebok i-trainer also has a floor level adjustment so the machine is level at all times.
Features and Specification of the Reebok I-Train
- Compact Elliptical
- Console: LCD Console featuring: time, distance, speed, calories, rpm
- Speed/Gears: 0 – 99km/h speed with 13:1 Gear Ratio
- M-Force manual adjustment brake system
- 10 Resistance Levels
- 40cms stride length
- Poly-V special belt transmission for quieter exercises
- EKG handgrips for heart rate feedback
- Flywheel Weight: 6kg
- Maximum User Weight: 114kg (18st)
- Floor level adjustment
- Transport Wheels
- Assembled: H 123xW58xL162cms
- Power: Batteries
- Black, blue, orange or pink
Owning an elliptical cross trainer with all the display feedback you need is the next best thing to having a personal fitness consultant at home.
Elliptical featured here:
- Reebok I-Train Cross Trainer – Pink
- Reebok I-Train Cross Trainer – Black
- Reebok I-Train Cross Trainer – Blue
- Reebok I-Train Cross Trainer – Orange
Other Reebok Elliptical Models:
- Reebok 5 Series Elliptical Cross Trainer
- Reebok Performance Series DMT C7.5e Cross Trainer
- Reebok 3 Series Elliptical Cross Trainer
- Reebok C5.1e Cross Trainer
- Reebok C5.7e Crosstrainer
ProForm 480 Folding Cross Trainer
To successfully lose weight and get fit at home a fitness routine requires dedication and self discipline.
It makes sense therefore to invest in the right home exercise equipment to help you get the results you want that much sooner. It is also a convenient and cost effective way of keeping fit.
Pro-Form 480 | A Space Saving Folding Cross Trainer
Some exercise machines can be bulky and take up a lot of room so it is important to take this into consideration beforehand. However with more home exercise equipment on offer there are now folding and compact machines like the Pro-Form 480 folding elliptical available.
Ellipticals or cross trainers are designed to give a low impact exercise with less strain on the joints. You can work your upper and lower body together or concentrate on any aspect you want to improve on. They also burn more calories in less time and offer total body conditioning.
Latest Folding Ellipticals
To save on space the introduction of folding ellipticals have made it easier for storage. The ProForm 480 folding elliptical cross trainer with its space saving design provides great functionality and features that you would normally expect from higher priced models.
There are 6 pre-programmed workouts; these include 4 preset that vary resistance and pace plus 2 heart rate programmes. The ergonomic design with total body workout levers ensures a total body workout, improved circulation and more calories burnt for optimum fitness levels.
iFIT® SD Workout Card Technology
In addition to these key features the Proform also incorporates iFIT® SD workout card technology. This unique feature allows extra programmes to be added enabling you to find the right level and customize the workouts geared towards your fitness goals and requirements.
iFIT interactive workout card technology helps you to lose weight and improve performance. It is designed by a certified personal trainer and plugs directly into the console, automatically adjusting your resistance, while the voice of a personal trainer takes you through each workout.
I-Pod/MP3 compatible
For fitness fans who like a little music to workout to there is an iPod compatible audio dock with 2 built-in speakers.
The 480 elliptical cross trainer has a smooth frictionless resistance system allowing you to adjust the intensity of our workout for increased calorie burn. You can also monitor your heart rate with the sensors built into the handlebars and check you at the right level for your goals.
Features and Specifications of the ProForm 480
- Console Display- 30 x 64 graphic backlit with digital encoder
- Bluetint LCD display tracks speed, time, distance, resistance, pulse and calories
- Pulse measurement – EKGTM Grip Pulse Heart Rate Monitor
- 4 Quick select Smart programs (resistance/time)
- Oversized and non-slip pedals
- I-Pod/MP3 compatible audio dock with 2 built in speakers
- Dual hand grip pulse sensors
- Interactive workout with iFIT® SD card technology
- 2 Built-in speakers
- Listen to your favourite music whilst you workout.
- Silent Magnetic Resistance
- 16 levels of resistance
- 6 Pre-Programmed workouts
- Ergonomic design
- Built in wheels
- Flywheel Weight 8 kg
- Weight 70kg
- Max user weight 125kg/19stone
- Footprint – W x L x H 67 x 135 x 156 cm
- Folded Footprint – W x L x H 67 x 78 x 156 cm
- One Step Space Saver: Allows machine to be folded away in one easy step
- Total body workout levers: to maximise the calories burnt, tone the muscles of the upper
- and lower part of the body and improve coordination.
“One Step Space Saver Feature”
The ProForm 480 folding elliptical is ideal for home use. The “one step space saver feature” is a great folding mechanism that is designed to be folded way with one easy step. There are transport wheels as well which means you can wheel the cross trainer out of the way when not in use.
This dual action magnetic elliptical provides a low impact full body workout with variation to keep the motivation going for longer. The heavy 8kg flywheel also produces a smooth and silent operation making it ideal for home fitness routines that won’t disturb anyone.
480 SpaceSaver® Elliptical -featured here
Other ProForm Elliptical models
- 450 HR Elliptical
- 470 HR Elliptical
- 695 Elliptical
- 280 Razor Elliptical
- 380 Razor Elliptical
- 795 Compact Trainer
- 900 StrideClimber Elliptical
Precor 524i Cross Trainer
Precor is part of Amer sports a leading global sports manufacturer of fitness equipment.
They are involved in the development of technically advanced products for improving fitness performance. Precor’s products are at the high-end of the market for home and commercial use. These include Precor elliptical fitness cross trainers, treadmills, cycles, climbers, stretch trainers and strength training systems.
As a most respected brand in the fitness world Precor is committed in producing innovative products at a superior level. The Precor EFX 524i is a well constructed elliptical with quality components designed to give years of trouble free use even with rigorous daily workouts.
This model has a selection of workouts to keep the fitness routine varied and inspiring. There are 5 programmes and 20 resistance levels for toning the lower body muscles. You can track steps, time, distance, calories burnt and energy used enabling you to specially tailor exercises to your own level of fitness.
The space saving design of the EFX 524i takes up minimal floor space and is easy to move.
Elliptical trainers with incline are making their mark in the fitness market these offer further resistance for even greater results. The EFX 524i includes an exclusive and electronically adjustable crossramp. This unique feature allows you to change the slope of the stride with a touch of a key to focus on various muscle groups.
Low Maintenance and Space Efficient
This low maintenance space efficient cross trainer for home use has an array of features these include handgrip sensors for heart rate monitoring, a touch sensitive console, ergonomic handlebars and crossramp.
The heart rate tracking and heart rate programmes of the Precor 534i are essential for monitoring the effectiveness of your training and allows you train more safely. To learn more about the Precor brand follow this link Precor Elliptical Trainers
Specifications of the Precor 524i Elliptical
Length: 80 in (203 cm)
Width: 32 in (81 cm)
Height: 61 in (155cm)
Weight: 207lbs (94kg)
Power: Self Powered
CrossRamp: 13-40 degrees (adjustable)
Stride length: 18in (46cm)
Frame: Powder-coated steel
Features of the Precor 524i Crosstrainer
Fixed arms
Adjustable CrossRamp
Self Powered
Touch Heart Rate
Wireless Heart Rate
5 Programs: Cross Training, Gluteals, Interval, Manual and Weight Loss
Display Readouts: Calories Calories per Minute CrossRamp® Incline, Heart Rate – muscles Targeted, Profile, Resistance levels, SmartRate, Strides per minute, Time, Total – strides.
The single-button QuickStartTM feature gets you moving quickly, while the easy-to-read displays and graphics simplify tracking your progress. In addition the unique Cross Ramp gives it the edge over other ellipticals allowing you to change the angle of your workout for optimum fitness training.
It’s important to select fitness equipment that most suits your requirements that’s why if you are serious about achieving optimum fitness results the Precor 524i is for you. It is worth paying the extra on models that offer more sophisticated console technology including heart rate monitoring.
The Precor 524i elliptical cross trainer can help you burn more calories in less time and offer total body conditioning. You can work the upper and lower body together or you can choose to focus on problem areas.
