When you walk into a gym, you must have noticed rows of treadmills, cross trainers, and rowing machines. Cross trainer is a very useful equipment. It was invented in the mid-90s. This equipment simulates a walking, stair-climbing or running movement, and will allow your feet to roll from heel to toe. You will get a similar feeling like jogging inside your local park. Those who find it difficult to run or walk in the park can get similar benefits from using a cross-trainer at home or in the gym. An extra benefit that you get with the cross trainer is that you get to push the 2 handles to get a full-body cardio workout. So, an elliptical or cross-trainer is one-do-it-all equipment for your home or gym. Here, we will review the Exerpeutic Heavy Duty Magnetic Elliptical.
Design
This equipment is designed in such a way that you won’t experience any bouncy movement. It provides 8 level magnetic tension resistance adjustments, so the user can experience a more challenging workout. There is a large LCD that shows the distance covered, time spent, speed, calories burned, and more. It can also monitor your heart rate with the pulse pads that are on the additional stationary handlebars.
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It has large pedals and they are ribbed, so your feet won’t slip while exercising. The flywheel can rotate both forwards and backward. The positioning of the V-belt drive and balanced flywheel make sure that the operation is smooth and noiseless. So, when you exercise, you won’t be disturbing anyone. It has a weight capacity of up to 300 lbs which makes it ideal for most users. It has transportation wheels that help you to relocate the equipment easily if needed.
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You will find 2 versions of this equipment; one with the Bluetooth app tracking option and another without it. The one with the Bluetooth app tracking option comes with a free MyCloudFitness app that is available on both iOS and Android. You can use this app to track your workouts using your mobile devices. You can set 3 workout goal settings using the app, which includes distance, time, and calories burned.
Build Quality
It has heavy-duty steel construction and has a weight capacity of 300 lbs. It is built in such a manner that it provides ‘zero impact’ workout so that you don’t feel any stress on your ankles, hips or joints. Its natural elliptical movement prevents any bouncy movement. It provides 8-level resistance that is created using magnetic force upon the flywheel and it can be adjusted by simply turning a knob. It has large pedals that allow you to exercise comfortably. As they are ribbed, your feet won’t slip off during exercise. The machine is very stable and there is no chance of causing any injury. The operation is smooth and you won’t experience any bouncy movement. The handles are covered with foam to give extra comfort. It has a front and rear stabilizer that has non-slip end caps. It increases traction with the force so you will have full control of yourself during exercise.
Size
It has dimensions 54’’’ by 23’’ by 63’’ which is ideal for fitting in any room. It weighs only 76 pounds, so you will be able to move it from one position to another.
Comfort
The handles are padded with foam that provides the ultimate comfort. You will have a secure grip on the fingers, so your hands won’t slip even if you sweat. No blisters will develop on the hands due to intense exercise. It has transport wheels that allow you to move it from one place to another easily. It doesn’t create any noise, so you will be able to watch TV or listen to music while exercising.
Ease of Use
This cross trainer is very easy to use. Its natural elliptical motion allows a smooth movement, so you can work out comfortably. The pedals are large and have a ribbed texture that prevents slippage of the foot. To assemble the equipment, you need to follow the instructions given.
Effectiveness
By using this cross trainer, you will be able to get all the benefits of running on a treadmill or jogging. Additionally, you will also be able to do upper body exercises. So, you get a dual-action workout to tone up both your upper and lower body. There is a heart pulse sensor that monitors the heart rate. It has 8-level magnetic tension resistance adjustments that can provide a challenging workout. The flywheel moves both forward and backward to exercise the hands properly. Exercising on this cross trainer will help to toughen your cardiovascular system.
Pros
- It has large pedals that make it comfortable to exercise.
- The pedals have a ribbed texture to prevent foot slippage.
- It provides a zero-impact workout that prevents any stress to the lower body.
- It has 8 levels of tension that provide lots of workout possibilities.
- It has dual action workout arms that help to tone up the upper body.
- It has wheels that provide makes it easy to relocate it from one place to another.
- It has a maximum user capacity of 300 pounds.
- The flywheel can move both forward and backward.
- It has pulse pads for monitoring heart rate.
- It has a large LCD display which shows the distance covered, calories burned, and other stats.
- It doesn’t produce any noise.
- It provides natural movement, so you will be able to exercise comfortably.
- It is affordable.
- You get 3 years warranty for it.
Cons
- It is a bit difficult to assemble.
- It has 13’’ stride which may be inappropriate for those with longer and larger steps.
- No console is included for holding a mobile or book.
Final Verdict
It is a family-friendly machine and can be a great investment for your home gym. It is very stable and can withstand a maximum user weight of 300 pounds. It provides dual workout and so is an excellent choice for upper and lower body workout. It is a great choice for those who want an affordable way of exercising. It provides a zero-impact workout, so if you are suffering from joint-related problems, then you will feel comfortable working out with this cross-trainer. You can easily lose weight and tone up your upper and lower body with the help of this cross-trainer.