Making your workout at home both effective and fun is the Proform 480e LE elliptical trainer. Much of the features that exercise buffs and athletes alike require in a fitness machine are in here. But in a compact size and affordable price. And that’s no surprise, as it’s manufactured by Proform, a leading fitness equipment manufacturer for many years already.
A stride length measuring 18 inches allows for movements that target large muscle groups in the lower body. Non-slip pedals that are oversized allow you to position your feet in a way most comfortable for you. Likewise, it provides the stability necessary for a smooth-flowing workout. Handlebars with soft-grip also target your arms, giving you that full-body workout.
The secret to the fluid and friction-less motion of the pedals is in the Silent Magnetic Resistance (SMR) feature. In this mechanism, the resistance is conveyed to the flywheel magnetically. This also allows you to enjoy 10 levels of resistance, each one accessible by a single push of the button. This elliptical trainer grows with you as your fitness level progresses, so there’s no need to buy another machine for challenge.
Making you feel like you’re working out at the gym is the innovative iFit Workout Card Technology. This card is designed by a fitness trainer, and can be purchased and inserted into the 480e LE’s console. A voice will instruct you as you go through various levels of fitness and resistance levels. It’s set to give you the best possible results within a span of 8 weeks.
The iFit Workout Card Technology is made possible by the elliptical trainer’s inbuilt sound system. And this same sound system is compatible to work with your portable MP3 player. Simply plug in your gadget, and press play. Your working out becomes more entertaining as you listen to your favorite tracks playing through the speakers.
There’s a blue-lit LCD screen on the console, which displays some pertinent information to your working out. Such include the distance traveled, level of resistance, and others. An inbuilt EKG Heart Rate Monitor allows you to check if you’re already in that zone most suitable for fat burning. Coming with 3 settings is the AutoBreeze Workout Fan, to keep you feeling cool as you shed off excess pounds.
Worry not about the Proform 480e LE elliptical trainer taking up much space in your home, as it’s so compact. This, thanks to its SpaceSaver design. And that’s not all: the base and the pedals fold up easily! This fitness machine has a weight capacity of up to 250 lbs. And is backed up by a 5-year frame warranty.
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