Horizon Fitness EX-57 Elliptical Trainer Review

Overall very good...

Overall a very good machine. I normally run outside for long distances, so I'm always trying to get as close to that aerobic exercise as I can, but with knee and arch problems, it was time to bring the workout inside. I like the workout I get: no problem getting the heart rate up and getting a good long sweat. My problem with this product is somewhat cosmetic: I know the price is very good for an elliptical, but the cheap plastic coverings are a let down. They do not fit snugly; two don't fit at all and I threw them out. This has nothing to do with the mechanical features, but it's a shame to put such plastic junk on what is otherwise (so far) a nice sturdy piece of equipment.

Good for a tough workout in your own house

I highly recommend this product to anyone looking for an elliptical and since the EX57 wasn't found at any places here in town, I tried out another Horizon elliptical in the same price point and think the quality is spot on. This machine feels gym quality. One last thing is that this elliptical is very nice and the footprint is very small - so the machine takes up less room than I would have imagined.

Product Report
Horizon Fitness EX-57 Elliptical Trainer Review
	Bring the gym into your home and enjoy an efficient, high-caliber workout with the Horizon Fitness EX-57 Elliptical Trainer, which works your legs as well as your upper body. Perfect for rigorous training routines, the EX-57 offers an eight-level electronic resistance system, along with a heavy 14-pound flywheel that maintains pedal and arm momentum while offering a smooth, quiet operation. More significantly from a user perspective, it offers nine goal-oriented programs. You can choose one of three different goals (time, distance, and calories) and one of three terrains (manual, reverse train, and hills). The crisp LCD screen, meanwhile, offers key workout feedback, helping you develop an effective training regimen.
Feedback & Overview
	Actual Customer Feedback: Overall very good... Overall a very good machine. I normally run outside for long distances, so I'm always trying to get as close to that aerobic exercise as I can, but with knee and arch problems, it was time to bring the workout inside. I like the workout I get: no problem getting the heart rate up and getting a good long sweat. My problem with this product is somewhat cosmetic: I know the price is very good for an elliptical, but the cheap plastic coverings are a let down. They do not fit snugly; two don't fit at all and I threw them out. This has nothing to do with the mechanical features, but it's a shame to put such plastic junk on what is otherwise (so far) a nice sturdy piece of equipment. Good for a tough workout in your own house I highly recommend this product to anyone looking for an elliptical and since the EX57 wasn't found at any places here in town, I tried out another Horizon elliptical in the same price point and think the quality is spot on. This machine feels gym quality. One last thing is that this elliptical is very nice and the footprint is very small - so the machine takes up less room than I would have imagined. The Horizon Fitness EX-57 Elliptical Trainer gives you club-quality performance - from the smooth stride motion to the easy programmability - and recreates the feeling of running or walking without leaving home. 8 motorized resistance levels let you adjust the intensity of your workout, and the clear LCD screen displays heart rate and other key workout feedback.
Product Details
Company Info:	Horizon is part of Johnson Health Tech, one of the largest manufacturers of fitness equipment in the world. The company is committed to designing, engineering, and manufacturing superior products for health clubs and homes. Horizon's manufacturing facilities rank among the most sophisticated in the industry, with an intricate mix of robotics and skilled workers that maintain the highest standards of accuracy and quality. Every stage of manufacturing undergoes a testing phase, and 10 percent of Horizon's products go through a rigorous quality inspection that includes completely taking them apart and reassembling them.
Product Specifications:	* Resistance: Electronic * Resistance range: 1 to 8 resistance levels * Flywheel: 14.3-pound flywheel for fluid, quiet motion * Step-on height: 9.8 inches * Stride length: 18 inches * Pedal spacing: 2.8 inches * Screen: Non-backlit LCD (2.4 x 4.8 inches) * Programs: 9 * Program type: Choose 1 of 3 different goals (time, distance, calories) and 1 of 3 terrains (manual, reverse train, and hills) * Weight capacity: 275 pounds * Dimensions: 29 x 67 x 55 inches (W x H x D) * Weight: 163 pounds * Warranties: Lifetime on frame; 20 years on brake; 1 year on parts and labor
Price:	$599.00
Return Policy:	Warranties: Lifetime on frame; 20 years on brake; 1 year on parts and labor And you can certainly trust Amazon...
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