Get to Know Our Fitness Equipment
Do you know what an adaptive motion trainer is or the difference between a powered versus assault treadmill? Learn about the benefits of each below. Plus the majority of our powered machines feature preprogrammed or customizable routines and screens so you can enjoy your favorite show while you get your perfect workout.
Rowing Machines
- Simulates the action of rowing a watercraft
- Often called ergometers
- Uses up to 86 percent of muscles
- Low-impact, high-intensity, total body workout
- Appropriate for all fitness levels and ages
Elliptical Trainers
- Simulates stair climbing, walking, or running
- Light to high intensity cardiovascular workout
- Low-impact, weight-bearing form of exercise
- Variable speed and resistance set by the user
- Works upper and lower body
Powered Treadmills
- Walk or run in one place on a moving platform
- Driven by an electric motor (not self-powered)
- Less stress on body than walking/running outdoors
- Option to monitor heart rate and blood pressure while working out
Assault Treadmills
- Motor-free, resistance-driven (not powered by electricity)
- Relies on the energy produced by user
- Conforms to desired speed with change in user output
- No maximum speed so can run as fast as desired
StairMaster® Machines
- Rotating steps allows user to climb upward
- Set speed and duration
- Vigorous, weight-bearing, aerobic workout
- Tones lower-body and core muscles
- Requires balance while using
Adaptive Motion Trainers
- Combination of a treadmill, stepper, and elliptical
- Walk, run, climb, or step
- Motor-less, low-impact cardio workout
- Engages entire body and muscle groups
- Variable stride and resistance
Recumbent Bikes
- Recumbent stationary bike puts user in ergonomic position
- Weight is supported by back and buttocks
- Larger seat than upright bike
- Less stress on lower back
- May reduce post-workout “saddle soreness”
Upright Stationary Bikes
- Safe, effective, and low-impact cardiovascular exercise
- Increases general fitness and weight loss
- Preprogrammed and variable workouts
- Minimal stress and strain on joints
NuStep® Machines
- Cross-trainers that provide a low-impact cardio workout
- Sit in a reclined position while pedaling and pumping arms
- Full body workout with minimum joint impact
- Popular with ages 55+
- Suitable for injury recovery or mobility challenged
Strength Equipment
- Resistance-based, plate or pin loaded stationary machines
- Users can generally lift more weight than with free weights
- Fixed range of motion to target select set of muscle groups
- Includes leg press, assisted chin-up, and lateral pull-down machines
Barbells
- Free weights with long bar and variable weights at each end
- Allows free range of motion
- Bench press, deadlift, squat, or overhead press
- Uses stabilizer muscles to control the weight
- Helps strengthen body overall and improve coordination
Dumbbells & Kettlebells
- Dumbbells are short bars with weights at each end which can vary in size and are typically used in pairs
- Kettlebells resemble a cannonball with a handle that work legs, buttocks, and abs by swinging and controlling the momentum
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