Hippocrates once said, “that which is used develops, and that which is not used wastes away.” That statement perfectly describes the human body and its need for continual exercise and movement. One must exercise and challenge themselves through intense physical conditioning and regularly working out, if they want to be in top form. Exercises that increase ones pulse, such as lifting weights on strength training equipment and using cardiovascular equipment such as exercise bikes and treadmills, are quintessential exercises for people seeking optimal health. Cardiovascular exercise on treadmills and elliptical machines, as well as physical strength training with weight equipment, are also requirements for those who wish to be fit. Laying down in bed, day dreaming of what you wished you looked like, will only make you more upset. Do not waste time, procrastinate and day dream. Get on the exercise grind and make it happen!

Many of you reading this are probably saying to yourselves, “Why does this blog keep reiterating how important cardio and strength training are, when it is obvious that in order to reach your full potential, such measures must be taken. Is there a reason we have been told 50 times in this article that one must use both cardiovascular and strength equipment in order to maintain a successful exercise program?” Well, if we are preaching to the choir, then more power to you and we are more than pleased that our readers are doing their homework. However, although it is obvious that a total-body workout is necessary for a fitness training session to be complete, many people only focus on one aspect of exercise, while neglecting the other. In other words, many people will just lift weights and not run, or vice versa, so even though the majority of us perfectly understand the theory behind the necessity to incorporate strength and cardio training into the same workout, the majority of that majority, does not put their theory into practice.

When it comes to practicing with exercise equipment, weight machines are really fun and effective. Weight training is essential for increasing strength and muscle mass. There is a large variety of weight training machines in today’s fitness equipment industry, each having its own purpose, specializing in different functions. Therefore, there should be a machine suitable for any and all strength conditioning needs. The variety of home gym options, including but not limited to, single, double, triple or quadruple weight-stack home gyms, make it virtually impossible that someone can’t find a home gym that can help serve their needs. For example, Nautilus, Life Fitness, Body-Solid, Bowflex, Precor, Cybex and Kettler are some excellent brands of commercial and home fitness equipment, that all manufacture a wide variety of strength training machines suitable for ones home, or commercial health club facility.

Home gyms are used for strength training and are built to help people tone, build and define their muscles, however they are not all the same and there are many features of a home gym one must consider when shopping for one. Structural integrity and mechanical capacity are key terms that need to be completely understood by those seeking out a top of the line home gym. The mechanical capacity of the home gym refers to the amount of weight that can be lifted on the machine. Typically, home gyms, strength trainers and circuit weight machines, all have solid warranty coverage. Whereas treadmills, stair climbers, ellipticals and other kinds of commercial and home fitness equipment, all have electronic boards prone to breaking down, strength equipment such as home gyms, weight plates, circuit weight machines and selector strength pieces, are all electronic free and primarily made of steel.

Popular home gym models include, but are not limited to, the Body Solid 1500s, the BodyCraft Family Express, BodyCraft X2 Family Xpress, Life Fitness G7, Precor S3.23 Functional Trainer. Extensive research has proven that the health club caliber gyms previously mentioned are mechanically advanced and structurally superior pieces of gym grade equipment. One of the best parts about having commercial gym equipment at home is that it is rated to last for decades. Imagine how long pieces of gym equipment last in commercial environments over time. At the end of the day, you are only using it for a small percentage of time, compared to its usage in the gym, therefore the fitness equipment is rated to last much longer in your home, than it would in the gym.

When the phrase “One of a Kind” was invented, we here at KingsofCardio.com believe that it spawned from six men sitting around a campfire, trying to come up with ways to describe this Precor AMT elliptical cross-trainer. Due to its adjustable stride and unlimited range of motion, Precor really hit it on the head with their latest design, in this unique and ground breaking machine.

Most elliptical trainers have a set stride but some have an adjustable stride that can be be manually adjusted, or adjusted on the fly with the push of a button. This model has an adjustable stride that the user adjusts on their own without pressing any buttons, turning any knobs, or screwing in and out nuts and bolts. The stride conforms to the user and his or her own natural running motion. Being able to adjust the stride and tension at your own discretion allows you to stay fresh and not get bored.

Your mind and body work together and your entire body performs it best when both are intricately involved and on the same page. When you get on the AMT you realize within minutes that it is the best elliptical cross-trainer of all time. It is made with thick steel framework and the unit weighs close to 600 pounds, which highlights and underlines its durability. Not only is its structural base and framework as solid as a tank, but its ability to perfectly mimic the walking, jogging and running motions of users that come in all shapes and sizes, is what truly illustrates its most impotant feature.

The experience series display console is another factor that eliminates fatigue and workout indifference. It allows users to choose from a wide range of challenging exercise programs and motivational workout options. Please remember to use the various programming options due to their proven ability to maximize results.

Speaking of maximizing results, working out with a partner will help you reach your full potential and he or she will push you that extra mile. The amount of people that reach their full potential without someone there to push them, is slim. In other words, there is a reason that coaches and athletic trainers are paid so much money. The next best thing to spending a ton of money on a trainer, is getting a good friend that has similar goals as yourself, you two can go to the gym together. Precor gym equipment is great for users who want to compete with their exercise partners because it is so easy to keep track of all of the numbers. For example, the AMT 100′s experience series display keeps track of time, distance, average spped, calories burned, and many other user readouts. Having all of these numbers displayed allows users to constantly monitor their progress and stats. If you want to have a competiton with your workout partner, you can monitor each and every physical fitness statistic imaginable and that makes it really easy to analyze and compare results.

•Self Powered w/ Quick Start
•Numeric Keypad: Display Console w/ Numeric Keypad Allows for Easy Data Entry
•Stride Dial: Displays the Precise Muscles Your Body is Working Out and How They Respond to Different Movements
•Programs Include: Fat Burner, Heart Rate Control, Interval, Manual
•Touch Heart Rate
•Resistance Levels: 1-20
•Dual Action: Yes! Upper & Lower Body Workout
•Stride Length Ranges from 0″ to 27″
•Bio-Feedback Console w/ Smart Rate Displays Calories Burned & Heart Rate
•Frame: Rust-Resistant, Double Powder Coated for Enhanced Cosmetic Appeal
•Maximum Workout Time: 240 Minutes
•Footplate is 5.5″ off Ground at Lowest Point & 18.5″ off Ground at Highest Point
•Fat Burner and Heart Rate Interactive Programs
•Product Dimensions: 74″ Length x 28″ Width x 69″ Height
•Product Weight: 445 Pounds
•Warranty: 7 Years Frame, 5 Years Display Assembly, 2 Years Parts & 1 Year Labor