Precor EFX 576i Elliptical Crosstrainner

Precor EFX 576i Elliptical Crosstrainer

New in Box / Free Freight

The Precor 576i EFX Elliptical Crosstrainer is a combination of the EFX 546i and the EFX 556i. It offers both the Upper Arms and Adjustable CrossRamp found on the 546i. It also offers a few more programs then the EFX 556i.

The CrossRamp Technology allows the user to work different leg muscles while doing your cardio work out. The 13 to 40° adjustable incline ramp is Ideal for all age groups. Double polyurethane wheels plus an oversized axle with sealed bearing on an aluminum track provide the smoothest possible ride. The smooth motion also keeps the users heels on contact with the foot petals instead of lifting up and putting stress on the tendon muscles and also allowing a hands free balanced workout.

Dual Action Arms provides both an upper and lower workout not on the EFX 546i

Change programs on the fly by using 6 preset program buttons.

SmartRate - Shows the user their actual heart rate in relation to the target HR zone for fat burning and cardio training.

Tap Control -- Large buttons on the display board provide tactile and audible click, letting the user know that the machine has received it command even when wearing a headset.
For Gym owners you have the Diagnostics Ability to set up time limits for your members.

Specifications:
· Size – Length 80” x Width 32” x Height 68”
· Weight – 326 Lbs
· Height of footplate – Highest 21.5” ( At max Incline ) Lowest 8”
· Adjustable CrossRamp Incline – 13° to 40°
· Stride Length – 21.2” at 13° / 24.7” at 40°
· Power – Self Powered
· Max User Weight – 350 Lbs

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Precor 556i EFX Elliptical Trainer

Precor EFX 556i Elliptical Crosstrainer

New in Box / Free Freight

The Precor 556i EFX Elliptical Crosstrainer is a full commercial elliptical ready to go 15 hours per day 7 days a week in any type of gym. The 20° fixed ramp provides optimal gluteus and hamstring involvement versus a flat ellipse. Better than a stair climber, bike or treadmill.

Dual Action Arms provides both an upper and lower workout not on the EFX 546i

Change programs on the fly by using 6 preset program buttons.

SmartRate - Shows the user their actual heart rate in relation to the target HR zone for fat burning and cardio training.

Tap Control -- Large buttons on the display board provide tactile and audible click, letting the user know that the machine has received it command even when wearing a headset.
For Gym owners you have the Diagnostics Ability to set up time limits for your members.

Specifications:
· Size – Length 80” x Width 32” x Height 68”
· Weight – 326 Lbs
· Height of footplate – Highest 17” Lowest 8”
· Fixed Ramp Incline - 20°
· Stride Length – 21.5”
· Max User Weight – 350 Lbs

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Ellipticals Vs. Treadmills

Which is best for you ??????

This is a great question asked by everybody that has a gym membership.

Treadmills:

If you are a person that is looking for a easy no brainer cardio exercise, a treadmill could be the machine for you. There is no learning process just get on it and go. If you can walk you can use a treadmill. I try to get one of my work - outs in on a Sunday morning first thing. Normally I get there before the doors open along with a bunch of other members. Being in the health industry it is always interesting to me the order in which machines they would flock to once the doors opened. It never changes. Its the treadmill first with ellipticals a close second, then its the recumbent bikes, next steppers, and lastly upright bikes.

Personally I am a treadmill person. Maybe I feel like I am getting someplace by running I don't know. I just find it less boring and I enjoy it more. About every 3 cardio workouts I use the elliptical just for a change.

A treadmill is a weight bearing exercise which is important for older members to keep their bones dense . This is a benefit that you do not get with a elliptical.

Ellipticals:

Elliptical machines are the number one cardio piece of equipment for the more serious member. Think about this, when you are on a treadmill and you place your foot at the front of the belt it is getting a free ride from the front of the belt to the rear. On a elliptical you get get resistance in each direction so you are working out both ways not just one. The benefit is that you are burning up more calories and you are also working out your legs a the same time. This is why ellipticals are also called cross trainers. Although elliptical manufacturer's said it is a weight bearing exercise I don't really think so. Its not a big deal for younger people, they do enough walking and stair climbing every day to make up for it.

Precor takes it a step further and has a adjustable ramp that lets you decide which section of your leg you are working. The higher the incline the higher up your leg you are working. Ladies love to bring all the way up to the top to work their glutes. Go Ladies !!!!!

For people with knee or back problems a elliptical is their only choice. The very low impact elliptical movement is the only machine they can use without causing pain or more injury.

A lot of elliptical models come with arms that swing with you as you are using it . This has 2 benefits: First some people just like to hold on to something to keep them steady or just for comfort, but mostly it really helps to get your heart rate up quicker and holds it there for the more advanced cardio user.

Well can you decide which is best for you ? My guess is probably both for most people just to break it up.

Good Luck
Tony