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Considering a Livestrong elliptical trainer? Wondering whether it'sthe best buy for you? Livestrong ellipticals are newer towards the market with 3 brand new models just released.
Livestrong is manufactured by Johnson - one of the largest fitness equipment companies on the planet. Additionally they own high end brands like Matrix and Vision.
The 3 new models, starting at $799 up to $1299 should offer some serious competition towards the market. They carry several features which arepopular with buyers - and some new additions you won't find on other elliptical brands. Here's a brief overview of what these ellipticals will offer you:
1) Six Star Certified - All Livestrong models are six star certified. This basically means each iscreated to specific standards which make your elliptical workout much more comfortable.
This certification includes:
ZEROgap Ideal Pedal Placement
IDEALfit Optimal Handlebar Spacing
StraightUP Body Posture Design
SMOOTHPulley System for Efficient Motion
FLATellipse Natural Foot Path
SUREstep Easy access Design
For instance, closer foot pedals feel more naturalfor your body and canreduce the strain on your hips. A more upright design also feels more naturaland cozy as you aren't leaning on the handrails around with cheaper ellipticals.
The Surestep comfortable access design gives youa low step-on height, which for many people feels more comfortable.
2) MaxTone ArchPedal - The 13. elliptical comes with something brand-new.
The Arch pedal uses similar design to the popular toning shoes no doubt you've seen available on the market. The pedal is curved which keeps lower body muscles constantly activated. This can help tone glutes and quads. It may also helpto improve posture, increase circulation and lower stress on hip and knee joints.
3) Incline - Incline changes the slope of the elliptical path helping crosstrain different categories of muscles. While incline began on $3000 commercial machines, it's increasingly common in home ellipticals.
Many buyers prefer to have an incline option since it adds more variety and challenge for their workout. All Livestrong elliptical trainers have incline capability. The 8.0E model has manual incline as the 10. and 13.0E designs include power incline (push button).
4) Online Workout Tracking - The 10. and 13. designs include Livetrack Interactive technology. You can download new Lance-endorsed training programs and track your workouts online while using included USB device. This can be agreat toolif you get inspired by seeing what lengths you've come and tracking your progressover time.
So those are just a few ofthe mainbenefits of Livestrong elliptical trainers. Are there any weaknesses?
Well, these ellipticals are new towards the market. They'redifferent from older Livestrong elliptical models that have been released a few years agoand also have since been discontinued. So they aren't as well known and could be harder to locate than more established brands.
But overall they showlots of promise and can be very popularthis year - especially the 13. using the arch pedal, high incline and workout tracking.
