Why to Use 1100 HR Elliptical Trainer

It is good for your health to have a routine that includes some cardiovascular exercise, whether you are overweight or not. We all need some exercise to keep ourselves fit and healthy. Workouts that raise your heartbeat include aerobic exercise, running, jogging and use of elliptical trainers. For people with joint or bone problems the first three are hard on the body but using an elliptical like the Eclipse 1100 HR/A can give you low impact cardio exercise, all in the comfort of your own living space.

There are a lot of elliptical trainers out there to choose from and quite often what guides most consumers is price. But there are some things you should look for on your trainer. First of all you want a stride that is comfortable for you, added resistance is a bonus but it can be under you motion just as long as it is comfortable for you. Without this you will not be able to find the pace that suits you and get into the workout. When observing the pedals on the machines look for a surface that is non-skid.

Heart rate monitors come on many models and is handy to have. On the Eclipse 1100 HR/A trainer, the monitor is on the focus bar. At any point of your workout you can get a heart reading so you can keep a close eye on your progress. This model also allows monitoring of distance, calories burned and time spent working out.

The Eclipse 1100 is neither a high end model nor is it right at the low end range, though it is closer to the basic types. It is priced at $399 to $499 varying from store to store. Reviews are usually positive and the product overall comes recommended. It comes with some of the luxuries and extras that you get with high end models, but at an affordable price.

The only reason your heart will race with the Eclipse 1100 HR/A elliptical trainer is from working out on it, not from its price. There are 12 preset workout prgrams that will all give you the cardiovascular workout you want and need. So get back into shape on a machine that is easy to use, pain free and extremely effective.