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

I don’t know if this is a blog entry or a recommendation, so I’ll let you guys decide where to put it. The stairmaster 400 pt stair climber my husbund bought from you for us this Christmas is coming in handy and I’m finding I’m using it more and more. My exercise program now is: some stretches I learned in yoga (way too long ago, but I just hate taking classes with a bunch of other people, and I’m no good at following instructions on a tv as I try to do it), then my stairmaster, then the stretches again, and then I reward myself with a chocolate truffle, just one. But what I really wrote to say was that I’ve been telling myself to do two more minutes a day on the stairmaster . I remember when I first started out trying to get back into shape just two weeks ago that I could hardy do 15 minutes, and now when I get to the 15 minute mark, I’m not even achy. I’m at 30 minutes now and so proud of myself. So I want to tell other people who think they can’t do it, that they can, a step at a time.

Hello there John McGuan here. I hope you guys had a great holiday! With the relatives coming into town there was merriment to be had by all. Accompanied by big holiday dinners and parties. Luckily we still had our treadmill to help in these indulgent times. With all that egg nog we ended up gaining five pounds each! As wifey and I toasted champagne on new years eve. We made a mutual decison to double up on our epic weight loss bet. I kissed her at the stroke of midnight and said “its on baby”
New years day came after a long night of celebrating and i was ready to start the year offon a healthy note. I hopped on the treadmill, turned on the football game, and continued on my fitness quest. Wifey wandered in after a few minutes and proclaimed “Get off that treadmill tubby I have a pedicure in thirty minutes “What was I to do? I couldnt sit on the couch and twiddle my thumbs and I have to keep wifey happy.
She was on the treadmill and I asked her if she would be interested in getting a crosstrainer so we could as a team. She thought that would be a wonderful idea. After getting the green light I made another call to my friends at Kings Of Cardio and got the ball rolling!!
After the call we weighed ourselves. I am 11 pounds and wifey is 10 away from our 20 lb goal.
I cant believe it shes taken the lead!! She pranced around and is so delighted with her progress.
Ive got work to do guys gotta get back in the lead. I cant overstate how thankful I am to have purchased our equipment. I got a great deal on the crosstrainer and im really looking forward to being physically fit in 2010. Wifey is too. Thanks again!

The Life Fitness 95ti is the “All American Classic Treadmill” and it can be seen at health clubs across the nation. Gym floors across the U.S.A. are covered with Life Fitness equipment and it all starts with their 95Ti treadmill.

Its patented Flex Deck Shock Absorption system eliminates the pressure and impact that we put on our joints from running on ordinary treadmills. This unique shock absorbing suspension system is one of the primary reasons that this Life Fitness 95ti treadmill is used daily by professional athletes world wide. Other reasons include its motor strength, power-incline and over-sized running deck that provides enough running room for all body types.

Having this kind of gym quality fitness equipment at your home is something to look forward to after a long day at the office. We all want to exercise but none of us want to spend the extra time necessary to go to the gym everyday.Think about how much more you would use exercise equipment if it were at your disposal to use whenever you felt the urge. Ask yourself how many times you have had the impulse to run or walk but did not want to go to the gym or trek across busy streets. And then imagine what you may look like if you had a Life Fitness treadmill at home to jump on at your convenience. It is safe to say that your body would look and feel better if you had premium fitness training equipment set up in your home. You couldn’t use the “Traffic is really bad right now. I’ll got tomorrow” excuse.

We all hate going to the gym and having some sweaty guy stare at us because you we have been on his machine for too long! We also all hate, well at least most of us, looking like the last thing we care about is our health! Unfortunately, our great nation has an epidemic on its hands in regards to obesity. Please do your part to fix it! Walk, Jog, Run!

It is easy to walk, jog, and run on this super treadmill. The Life Fitness 95Ti Treadmill has won numerous consumer awards due to its well built drive (speed) and incline (elevation) motors. At the end of the day, a treadmill must have hi-quality motors in order for it to withstand the test of time.

Withstanding the test of time while nobody uses it is one thing. But, this Life Fitness treadmill will flawlessly perform under any setting. Great for the home, office, or personal workout studio, this Life Fitness treadmill is sure to get you on the right track towards weight loss and a healthy lifestyle. With a non-folding, solid steel frame, you can really pump up the volume on this treadmill and run, run, run!

Aesthetically, the Life Fitness 95Ti appears glistening, polished and advanced through a sleek design and multi-stage, double-powder coated steel framework. In rank of importance, the attractiveness of a treadmill surely is not at the top, but when it looks as modern as this classic Life Fitness treadmill does, it’s just like icing on a cake.

You can walk, jog, or run on this dependable treadmill because its running deck is well cushioned to protect your joints. A flexible deck is crucial to eliminating annoying aches and pains after your exercise.

Features and Specifications

•Heart Rate Technology: Pulse Hand Grip & Wireless
•Suspension: Patented Shock Absorbing Flex Deck
•Speed: 0.5mph to 14mph (0.8kph to 23kph)
•Incline: 0% to 15%
•Workout Feedback: 26 Character Alphanumeric Display Center
•Readouts: Time, Speed, Distance, Heart Rate, Incline %, Calories, Calories/Hour, Watts, METs, Profile Window,Distance Climbed
•Motor: 4HP AC
•Accessories Included: Water Bottle Holder & Reading Rack
•Side Hand Rails: 26″ Non-Slip Rails
•Language Options: 9
•Running Belt Size: 20″W x 60″L
•Security Feature: Emergency Stop Key
•Frame: Non-Folding
•Finish: Multi-Stage Powder-Coated Steel
•Basic Workouts: Quick Start, Manual, Cool Down
•Heart Rate Workouts: Heart Rate Hill, Heart Rate Interval, Extreme Heart Rate, Cardio, Fat Burn
•Interval Workouts: Random, Hill, 5k, 10k, Speed Interval Training
•Goal Workouts: Calories, Distance, Time in Zone
•User Defined Custom Workouts: 6
•Fitness Test Protocol Workouts: Gerkin Protocol, Navy PRT, Army PFT, Air Force PRT, Physical Efficiency Battery, Fit Test
•User Weight Capacity: 500 Lbs.
•Assembled Dimensions: 83″L x 37″ W x 63.5″H

The Body-Solid 3R is known for its health club quality drive and braking system, which is powered by its precision balanced, 24 lb. flywheel, and is the reason behind its smooth ride. Along with everlasting durability, its comfort and ease of usage, also propel this awesome exercise bike to the top of any bike riders wish list. Due to its heavy duty steel framework, it has an extremely high user weight capacity, similar to the exercise bikes seen in gyms. We all know gym quality bikes last a lifetime and do wonders for your butt and legs!

Its framework is sturdy enough for hard core athletes who want to train all day at top speeds and it will not rock back and forth no matter how intense a workout may be. This recumbent bike is the least expensive commercial model on the market today and is great for health clubs and home gyms too.

Body-Solid recumbent bikes are our favorite and we will tell you why. Typically, when you purchase an exercise bike that has the functionality of those seen and used in commercial health clubs, they cost an arm and a leg. Such functionality includes user programs that push users to their max in order to optimize workouts. For example, this amazing exercise bike has a weight loss program, rolling hills program, cardiovascular program and many others that will keep you focused on accomplishing set goals.

Motivational programming such as the ability to monitor your hear rate while you exercise and a variety of resistance levels, create a fun workout atmosphere that is guaranteed to elevate your game to the next level. Along with the features mentioned above, this fitness cycle also has an interactive heart rate program, that will allow users to remain in their personalized heart rate zone. Optimal strategy for cardio exercise is based off of remaining in your target cardio zone, which can be achieved, through interactive programming, that changes the level of intensity, based off of your target heart rate zone. For instance, if set your target pulse (heart rate / cardio zone) to 135 bpm, this exercise bike will automatically adjust its resistance, according to what your pulse is. So, if your pulse skyrockets to 175 bpm, then the resistance of the bike will decrease, and your pulse will drop back down to your target zone. In addition, if your beats per minute drop below what you set your target heart rate zone to, in our case we said 135, then the resistance will pick back up. Users are unable to cheat when they use this groundbreaking interactive heart rate programming.

The user feedback and programming console is an advanced LED dot matrix display. Switching workout courses, along with resistance levels, is done with the simple push of a button. Programmed into its display console are a variety of workouts that help users stay focused and keep their minds fresh while conditioning. Mental and physical awareness have a strong correlation so it is important to remain focused and alert at all times.

•Pedals: Self Balancing Pedals w/ Straps
•Power Requirements: Self Generating w/ Auto Start (no outside power source needed)
•Electronics: 8 Segment LED Display for Workout Feedback
•Intensity: 16 Different Resistance Levels
•Heart Rate Sensors: Contact Pulse Grips
•Handle Bars: Ergonomically Correct T-Style Handle Bars and Side Support w/ Heart Rate
•Seat: Adjusts 14 Different Angles and Designed w/ DuraFirm Upholstery
•Workout Information Display: 8 x 30 Profile Matrix LED Display
•Drive System: Super Silent Poly-V Belt Driven
•Flywheel: 24 lbs. Precision Balanced

•400 lb. User Weight Capacity
•Product Dimensions: 55″ H x 35″W x 41″D

For close to three decades now, the StairMaster Club Series has been regarded by many fitness experts as the toughest exercise equipment in gyms, health clubs and fitness centers.

StairMasters are tough in two different ways. First and foremost, the exercise of climbing stairs in and of itself, is as tough as any cardiovascular exercise imaginable. So in terms of physical fitness and cardiovascular training, there is nothing better (help you lose weight / gain muscle / lose fat / burn calories / look good) for you than climbing on a StairMaster exercise stepper.

In addition to being tough from the standpoint of providing users with an intense workout, StairMasters are also extraordinarily tough in regards to their structural integrity and mechanical capacity. For gym equipment to be truly top of the line, it most outlast and out perform its competition.

Whereas most cardiovascular fitness equipment will not stand up in the long run if used for all day, throughout high-impact training, StairMaster manufactures their climbers specifically for those kinds of workouts. Fast paced, intense workouts, all day long, by people of all shapes and sizes. More often than not, if you visit an NFL training facility, you will see several rows of StairMaster climbers, and that fact alone underlines and highlights the durability and effectiveness of StairMaster climbers. When you have the biggest, strongest and fastest athletes using a certain piece of fitness equipment, it must be the best of the best.

Here is a little bit more history on this world class stair climber.The StairMaster 4400 PT is a timeless health club stair climber that has been a mainstay in the fitness industry for as long as we can remember. Its durable and well built heavy gauge steel framework allow for all day usage at top speeds, while remaining stable and secure, even throughout the most intense workouts. In addition to its sturdy frame and high weight capacity, the StairMaster 4400 PT is portable, compact, and easy to place in any room.

When climbing stairs, you use muscles in your legs that you didn’t even know existed, and you will feel how tight and firm your legs will get as a result. Exercising daily on a fitness climber can lower blood pressure, help you lose weight, and turn body fat into lean muscle mass. Along with cleaning up your insides, you will look more attractive as well, because there is no other piece of fitness equipment on the planet can isolate your thighs and quads, and have them looking better than ever, like this StairMaster 4400PT can.

Programming options include interval, heart rate, manual and much more. If you are one of those hard-core fitness buffs who wants to work themselves towards exhaustion, this machine allows you to climb up to 174 steps per minute!

•User Weight Capacity: 400 Lbs.
•Intensity Levels: 20
•Workout Options: Manual, Fat Burner, Fat Burner Plus, Steady Pace, Rolling Hills, Aerobic Training, Cross Country, Speed Training, Fit Test
•Electronic Readouts: Time, Floors, Distance, Watts, Intensity Level, METs, Calories, Step Rate, Workout Stats
•Display: Jumbo Display w/ Push Button Response
•Heart Rate: Contact and Wireless Compatible
•Frame: Arm Rests Promote Ergonomically Correct Posture
•Unit Weight: 170lbs.
•StairMaster 4400pt Dimensions: 41″L x 33″W x 59″ H

Reviews

Thanks so much guys! My uncle climbed 20 floors yesterday and he said that he felt better than ever. Treadmills and elliptical cross-trainers are great but for some reason I feel that they don’t push you as hard as stair climbers. When I get on a stair climber, I have to climb the stairs no matter what. If I stop, it stops. I guess you could say the same thing about a treadmill to or an elliptical or exercise bike but they just don’t prevent you from cheating yourself like a StairMaster Stair Climber does. Also, I wanted to add a TV onto the unit and remember you saying that was not a good idea….just wanted to let you know that I put the exercise equipment in front of a TV anyway so I am glad i took your advice and did not buy one separately for the fitness equipment itself. Love the friendly service and fast delivery. Appreciate it - A Skinnier Albert P…

This Kettler CT 307 Cross-Trainer is the best buy for any elliptical under $1500 in the fitness equipment industry. Period. Consumer Report magazine recently did an independent review on this Kettler elliptical and when all was said and done, they had nothing but praise to offer in their published analysis.

Not everyone can spend a trillion dollars for an elliptical and that doesn’t mean that they are out of luck. This Kettler Ct 307 is reasonable priced and has all of the great amenities used on more expensive models. Fort example, its 16 different levels of resistance and 8 interactive user programs make any workout feel like you are at the gym. Along with its varying various levels of intensity and multiple-user programs, workout feedback such as time, heart rate and calories burned are great for staying focused and they help motivate users reach their workout goals.

The fact that Consumer Reportsco-signed this elliptical is surprising in the least. Fitness equipment brand names come and go. At the end of the day, Kettler International Inc. has been around making customers happy since 1949. That’s all you need to know.

Kettler has been an international force in the health and fitness industry since 1949. With a manufacturing base in Germany, along with subsidiary factories worldwide and over 3500 employees, Kettler is the epitome of good business. Through the embodiment of a consumer first business motto, and an unparalleled attention to detail, Kettler has made a rise to the top in the realm of health and fitness equipment.

If you go to a local fitness equipment store and try out the different elliptical cross trainers that they carry, some will be nice and some will be outright laughable. One thing that will remain constant is that you will be hard pressed to find an elliptical that is as effective and as sturdy as this premier Kettler trainer.

We are not saying that it is difficult to find an elliptical trainer for less money than this unit, but what we are saying is that it is difficult to find an elliptical that you will respect and want to use everyday, for the price we are offering this awesome health club quality elliptical trainer for.

Another factor adding to its appeal is the fact that our comprehensive studies have concluded that this elliptical holds more value than any other trainer in its class. Among with retaining it value, the CT 307 also comes with an amazing home warranty at no additional charge. Therefore, in terms of making a purchase that is fiscally responsible, nothing beats this great cross-trainer.

•Resistance Settings: 1-16
•Heart Rate Technology: Pulse Sensors in Handles
•Training Computer Readouts: Time, Speed, Training Distance, Calorie Consumption, Pulse, Recovery Pulse, Strain Graph, Resistance Level, Program
•Interactive Program Options: 8
•Maximum User Weight: 250lbs
•Unit Weight: 116
•Kettler CT 307 Dimensions: 50″L x 23″W x 67″H

Star Trac is widely recognized across the world for the reliability of their fitness equipment. Whether you examine the production of their elliptical machines, treadmills, or exercise bikes, one feature that is included in all Star Trac exercise gear, is perseverance.

However, longevity is not the only key element in determining which fitness equipment is the best to workout with. In other words, when analyzing a treadmill such as this Star Trac Pro, one would need to take a close look at the strength of the drive motor (controls speed), ability of the incline motor (controls elevation), the suspension system and how much shock absorption it allows (needed to protect knees), the width and length of the running belt determines how much space you have to run.

This Star Trac Pro Treadmill passes our tests in each and every one of those categories. At the end of the day, Star Trac fitness equipment will remain stable and secure even throughout the most intense of workouts. This ST Pro Treadmill highlights every thing good about fitness and will provide you with a safe and effective cardiovascular workout.

So, lets get into the numbers. Typically, 20″ wide by 60″ long running belts are standard in health club treadmills. Smaller, home treadmills traditionally have had belts ranging from 16″ wide to 19″ wide and 50″ to 58″ in length. In order to feel like you are running naturally, you must not feel like your running room is restricted, therefore, Star Trac made their ST Pro Treadmill with a 20″w x 63″L running belt! With a belt this long and wide, you will never feel like you don’t have enough room to walk, jog, or run. This Star Trac treadmill is truly a commercial, health club quality, one of a kind treadmill.

Along with its user friendly running deck, this Star Trac Pro comes with 9 interactive programs, user feeback such as calories burned and pace, and a power incline that simulates running up hills! These amenities make working out on this all-star treadmill fun and exciting. In order to maximize results and achieve your goals, you must like using your fitness equipment and look forward to working out on it.

With a well earned reputation for designing some of the most groundbreaking and long-lasting exercise equipment of all time, Star Trac fitness equipment remains a staple at all of the major national health facilities across the United States.

People love Star Trac equipment because of their careful construction of all of their fitness products, in order to eliminate service issues. Not having the kinds of technical problems that typically plague inferior treadmills is just another outstanding feature of this gym-quality treadmill.

This Star Trac Pro Treadmill is one of the main reasons behind Star Trac’s success and its structural integrity is second to none. Not many treadmills can withstand all day usage by professional athletes, however, the Star Trac Pro can handle hi-impact, all day cardiovascular routines, without fail.

•Motor Size: 2.5 HP
•Frame: Non-Folding, Double Powder Coated, Aluminum
•Programs: 9 Fitness Workouts
•Display Readouts: Speed, Incline, Time, Time Elapsed, Heart Rate, Pace, Laps, Calories
•Roller Diameter: 3″
•Running Belt: 20″w x 62″L
•Heart Rate Technology: Hand Grips
•Security Feature: Emergency Stop On/Off Key

Happy New Year’s Eve to all of you from The King of Cardio! Here’s to a great new year, with good health and good friends. Please remember good health is, in part, is up to you. Exercise, eat well, and you will have more energy, and better spirits, to spend with those you love. Attitude is a choice. Look forward to spreading great joy and love, and you’ll get it back. Karma. And staying in good health is certainly one way to be positive–no more complaining, moaning, wishing you were stronger or could lose a few pounds. Make yourself happy. Get into a workout routine. Use that stairmaster, that elliptical, that treadmill, every day if you can. And if you don’t have one yet, but are thinking about buying one, well, there is no better time than New Years to finally get in shape.

Peace and all good things,

Has anyone noticed the amount of fitness equipment suppliers there are on the internet? I mean it is insane at this point. Last night, I had a man call and inquire about a Precor AMT 100i, and I am not kidding when I say we were on the phone for 2 hours. This caller must have known every single fact about this Precor AMT that there was…………. and then some. If there were a written test on the specs, prices, dimensions and history of the Precor AMT, I would bet this caller would do better than the Precor manufacturers who are responsible for the development of Precor gym equipment. So I asked him, “Sir, just out of curiousity, are you writing a book on the history of the Precor AMT 100i, and other Precor fitness gear, because you sound like you know every single thing possible there is to know about this elliptical. I bet you even know how thick the steel framework is?”….”I do he said”…. and then he proceeded to tell me that the reason he knows everything about this Precor AMT, includung what it future value will be in 2012 (just kidding), is because he has already talked to “at least 15 different internet fitness stores.” Just a year ago, if you GOOGLED “Precor AMT 100i”, there would be no more than 2-3 people advertising for that product. Now there are 20-30 rotating ads for that one elliptical alone.

The good part is that, there are not any stores that has reviews as good as the reviews for kings of cardio.