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How to Buy a Cross Trainer

York produces many elliptical cross trainers that are specifically designed for use in the home. The general appearance of the trainers is very modern and minimal so that they can blend easily into any room. The trainers might not have all of the features that some professional models contain, but they do contain the features that are important for a good home work out that accurately tracks the progress of an individual. Since York elliptical cross trainers are targeted directly at home users, the price of even the highest end and most fully featured models is still incredibly reasonable.

The basic construction of York elliptical cross trainers is very simple and at the same time remarkably solid. The basic lines of the trainers connect to an electromagnetic forward drive that can provide a large amount of resistance that is controlled by a central computer. In keeping with the basic design, the cross training aspect of most models is limited since the handlebars that are used for upper body fitness are connected directly to the foot pedals, so the resistance provided is minimum, although this makes the unit much easier to understand and use.

One of the areas where York elliptical cross trainers really shine is in the computer control and software that is included with almost all models. While the trainers might provide simple and basic functions for home use, the control panel offers a number of useful and professional features. Instead of simply displaying a timer or some simple information, the trainer can be programmed to calculate the body mass of an individual and to track the effects of exercise that is performed. The trainer can also monitor heart rate, room temperature, and the distance that has been travelled on the machine. There is even a testing option that can determine the fitness of the user.

York elliptical cross trainers offer some less obvious options that might be appealing to home users. These include monitoring of the heart rate through a wireless sensor, a large LCD display, and dozens of different pre-programmed workout routines that can be run. A few elliptical trainers also include a seat so that it can be use more like a stationary bike when desired.

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