Horizon EX77 Elliptical Trainer

Coming in with a $1000 price tag the Horizon EX 77 elliptical trainer offers the coveted incline option to add more work out to your thirty minutes of sweat. While the price tag may initially seem pricey it is actually more than competitive when you compare the features that come standard on this elliptical machine.

The power incline feature allows the user to adjust the incline personally or automatically, which can be used for targeted work outs. The incline is powered from the back of the machine, which might take a little getting used to for some people who have previously worked out on elliptical machines that use the front incline system. Regardless, the incline is still just as viable for increasing intensity whether it comes from the front or the rear of the machine.

To further enhance the work out, the Horizon EX 77 comes with a standard Mp3 player that can be heard through more than reasonable speakers. The stride of 18 inches, which is standard stride length, is comfortable for most people, although this model can be extended to a 19 inch stride. To add to the overall comfort of this machine the EX 77 also has a narrow foot pedal placement. The shorter the user is the closer together the foot pedals need to be in order to prevent cramping, discomfort and even enhance some safety features. For the average user, the pedal span will comfortably fit those from about 5 to 6 feet in height.

The console display is very user friendly. The progression charts can help the user keep track of their daily and weekly work outs while the readout also gives vital feedback information like heart rate, distance, and calorie burn. The display and the console are of obvious higher quality and were not made as an afterthought.

There are 14 preprogrammed exercise programs that come standard with the Horizon EX 77 elliptical trainer. With variations in terrain and intensity this not only alleviates boredom but it also helps to enhance muscle targeting and prevent over exertion of specified muscle groups. It also comes with handlebars that offer variations in grip, increasing the upper body work out and enhancing the work out. With the 16 different resistance settings, the incline, the handle bar grip options, and the ability to vary the work out all while you listen to your Mp3 player this is one of the top choices for elliptical machines in the $1000 range.

The Horizon EX 77 elliptical trainer was designed for increasing the probability of success for weight loss, increasing endurance, and improving overall health. Every consideration was given to the prospect for training competitively as well as the average user who wants to drop off excess weight. Other elliptical machines in this price range offer much less while other brands charge much more for the same features and quality. The EX 77 is one of the prime elliptical work out machines on the market, and is targeted to help the serious user get fit and stay in shape.