Sole E35 Elliptical Trainer Review

 

If you are looking for a health club workout in the privacy of your own home, then the Sole E35 Elliptical Trainer can give your body the type of workout that you desire.

Despite being a consumer model designed for home use, this machine has features comparable to the more expensive models found in health clubs.

With this elliptical machine, you can target all the different core muscle groups and get some diversity in your fitness routine.

 

 

 

Key features:

• Power incline – By using the power incline feature, you can target certain muscle groups as you workout on the Sole E35 Elliptical Trainer. This gives you the ability to focus on different muscle groups in each workout session.
• Large LCD display – The 7.5-inch LCD screen, which has a blue tint, lets you keep track of how you are doing as you do your workout. The LCD display screen shows stats for distance, time, calories, incline, pace, resistance and pulse.
• Built-in cooling fans – You don’t need to worry about getting overheated while working out because the Sole E35 has some built-in fans that you can switch on while you work out.
• Smooth performance – With the Sole E35 Elliptical machine, you get a very smooth and fluid performance thanks to a 27-pound, heavy flywheel. It is also whisper-quiet.
• Convenient Controls – If you want to chance the resistance or incline levels while working out, you do not have to fumble with the LCD screen. Instead, you can use the controls that are built into the arms of the machine for convenience.
• Built-in speakers – If you like to listen to music while you workout, but do not like wearing headphone, then you will love the built-in sound system on this machine. You can just connect your MP3 player to the sound system and hear your music through the machine’s speakers.

 

How to assemble the Sole E35 Elliptical Trainer?

If you are mechanically inclined, then you should be able to assemble the Sole E35 Elliptical Trainer on your own using the instructions provided with the machine. Only one person is needed to assemble the machine. The length of time it will take you can range between 30 minutes and 4 hours, depending on how mechanically incline you happen to be.

The Sole company does offer assembly upon delivery, if you purchase the “Turn Key” delivery. The charge for this is $239, which is addition to the regular delivery charge.
How to use the Sole E35 Elliptical Trainer

One you have your Sole E35 Elliptical machine assembled, you can use it immediately. The machine does need to be plugged into your electrical outlet in order to work. Pressing the “Quick Start” option powers on the machine for your workout.

Common User Concerns/Complaints

The Sole E35 Elliptical Trainer is a high quality machine and the user reviews, which are overwhelmingly positive, reflect that. However, there are a few areas of concern that potential buyers may want to consider.

Users who are very tall (close to seven feet in height) mention that the stride seems a little short for them. Of course, this will not be a problem for most people.

Some users also mention that the assembly of the Sole E35 Elliptical Trainer is very difficult, while others mention that it is a breeze. If you are concerned about assembly difficulties though, you can pay extra to have it assembled for you.

Precor AMT100i Experience Series Adaptive Motion Trainer Review

 

Being one of the highest consumer-rated elliptical trainer, the Precor AMT100i Experience Series Adaptive Motion Trainer provides a unique exercise experience with its variable stride that automatically adjusts its motion to suit you. This feature alone puts this well above other elliptical machines which many users find very restrictive.

With the adaptive motion, you can instantly move from deep lunges similar to climbing the stairs, to short strides that equates to walking, to mid-range strides similar to jogging, and then to long strides like mow-impact running.

This fitness equipment is more on the high-end with its high price tag, but it is well worth it with its unique features.

 

 

Key Features:

• Adaptive motion – This patented feature defines the AMT (Adaptive Motion Trainer) line. The Precor 100i allows you to move at your required speed, and at any point of time when you want to increase your overall exercise speed, the machine adapts accordingly.
• State of the art stride dial – gives you an idea about how the different muscles of your body react to your current workout which is helpful in finding ways to make your exercise more effective to those muscle areas.
• Coordinated arm and leg movement with its upper body moving handlebars – This provides a total body workout.
• Variable stride length – the machine automatically adjusts your stride length without the need to change the settings. This is great if you want to switch longer to shorter strides, and vice versa. Additionally, people with different heights can use the same equipment without any problem, unlike other elliptical machines which tend to work well only for people within a certain height range.
• SmartRate – real-time feedback on your heart rate and calories burned.
• Adjustable resistance levels – you can adjust the resistance level from 1 up to 20, depending on your needs.

 

Warranty

If you use this commercial-grade equipment for home use, Precor provides a 10-year warranty. They generally have a 5-year warranty for commercial use. You need to register the product in the official Precor.com website to avail of the warranty.

 

Specifications

Maximum user weight: 350 lbs (159 kg)

Step-up height (lowest): 5.5 inches (14 cm)

Step-up height (highest): 18.5 inches (47 cm)

Foot Pedal Dimensions: 7.5 Width x 14.5 Length inches

(19 Width x 37 Length cm)

Equipment dimensions: 74 L x 28 W x 69 H inches

(188 L x 71 W x 175 H cm)

Equipment weight: 533 lbs (243 kg)

 

How to assemble the Precor AMT100i Experience Series Trainer?

Since this product is a commercial-grade fitness equipment, professional assembly and installation is highly recommended. Precor can arrange this for you, although you may have to pay about $350 for delivery and installation.

Be sure to check with your retailer about the assembly arrangements, as this may vary from one store to another, even online.

 

How to use the Precor 100i?

Once the machine is assembled, you can start using it right away. There’s a Quick Start option that lets you use the machine right away with just a push of a button.

Basically, with the adaptive motion feature, you can set the pace and your stride and the machine will adjust accordingly, while giving you bio-feedback on which muscle parts you’re using as well as your heart rate and calories burned.

 

Common User Issues/Concerns

While the Precor 100i Adaptive Motion Trainer has generally positive reviews from users, there are some people who find the AMT and Stride Dial feature to be quite distracting. The fact that this machine will get you involved in your workout tend to put a few people off who just wants to get the exercise done, without having to think about it too much. If this sort of thing also bothers you, then you might be better off with using a typical elliptical machine who does most of the work for you and you just keep doing the same repetitive motion to achieve your workout.

Also, first time users may also “bounce” when they try the Precor 100i AMT. This is because the machine has both vertical and horizontal component to it. It’s just a matter of “getting used to it”, as one user puts out. It may be hard at first trying to get used to the machine, but once you find the kind of stride and workout pattern you’re comfortable with, then it’s all a breeze.

Some people may not like the idea of too much freedom in terms of what you can do with a single machine. But this helps you get a more intense, more personalized workout that you wouldn’t normally get in one piece of fitness equipment.

 

User Reviews:

“I am now on rehab for a torn hamstring tendon, and the adaptibility of the this machine is amazing. A traditional elliptical machine hurt the point of injury, but with the AMT I can alter this machine so it doesn’t hit the point of injury (where my hamstring attaches to the hip) and still maintain my cardiovascular fitness. I think it’s an amazing invention!”

- Written by Jeniffer, Amazon.com

“There is no comparison to the workout one can get from an AMT vs an elliptical. On an elliptical, the machine does most of the work for you, you just need to just get the thing going and then the inertia of the machine mostly keeps it going, which is evident once you step off an elliptical, it will keep going all by itself for several gyrations.

Personally, i have never felt much of a all around body workout with an elliptical nor have I ever felt out of breath.

With an amt, your whole body is in play, working and you’ll definitely get winded if you want to. I’m not knocking ellipticals, just underlining the fact that, for a strenuous workout, an elliptical is not your best option. The amt will kick your butt…it ROCKS!”

- Written by Marks, Amazon.com