ProForm 10.0 ZE Elliptical Trainer Review

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OVERVIEW:

 The ProForm 10.0 ZE Elliptical Trainer is ProForm’s most popular elliptical trainer offering an adjustable rear-drive stride and SpaceSaver Design which means this treadmill’s pedals and base folds to minimize the space it takes up when not in use.  In a nutshell, the ProForm 10.ZE Elliptical is about adjustable stride, resistance, and priced under $1,000.

Features
Stride Length Adjustable Stride: 13″, 15″ and 18″ stride options.
Drive The ProForm 10.0 ZE is a rear-drive elliptical trainer offering a smooth gait.
Ramp No, but a ramp is not always necessary for a great workout.  The ProForm 10 ZE instead offers 12 resistance levels which apply to the lower and upper body equally.  It’s the resistance levels that provide you an intense workout with this elliptical trainer.  In fact, I prefer using elliptical trainers without a ramp.  I rely on resistance levels for intensity.  Keep in mind that my rampless preference is my preference, it does not mean a rampless elliptical trainer is better or worse.
Moveable Handles Yes.  The handles move in sync with your feet creating the smooth elliptical movement that works out your entire body at the same time.
Foot Pedals
  • Oversized pedals for optimal feet placement comfort.  It’s important that you can place your feet where it suits your size, stance, gait, and build so that you are not in poor alignment while working out.
  • The pedals are also slip-resistant as an added safety feature.
Resistance Levels 12 resistance levels that simultaneously coordinate resistance among your feet, legs, and upper body.
Handle-Grip Controls You can adjust the incline and resistance settings while holding onto the moveable handlebars. This means you don’t have to take your hands off the handlebars to adjust your workout.
Heart Rate Monitor System The ProFrom 10 ZE Elliptical Trainer conveniently places heart rate monitors on the handle grips.  For treadmills I’m not such a big fan of handle-grip heart rate monitors, but they are good on ellipticals because you place your hands on the handlegrips anyway.  That said, I do prefer telemetry heart rate monitors that attach to my chest so I can workout hands-free.  Keep in mind that heart rate monitoring is only necessary for workouts that require monitoring your heart rate (i.e. weight loss and fat loss workouts).
Screen You can enjoy navigating the computer with a blue-tinted LCD screen with the following readouts:

  • speed;
  • time;
  • distance;
  • calories burned; and
  • pulse.

With the iFit Technology1 you can also watch your workout progress and/or view the scenery on roads and trails mapped by Google.
iFit Technology The ProForm 10.0 ZE elliptical trainer is iFit Workout Card Technology compatible. If you buy the iFit card, you will take your workout experience to a whole new level.
Sound System This elliptical trainer comes outfitted with the Intermix AcousticsTM 2.0 sound system.
iPod Integration Yes. Enjoy the music on your iPod or MP3 player easily on the ProForm 10.0 ZE Elliptical with a plug-in port for your favorite digital music player.
Fan The ProForm 10.0 ZE has the CoolAireTM Workout Fan that is built into the elliptical’s console.  You can easily and quickly change the fan’s settings.
Console Features Magazine rack (too narrow for my liking) and a water bottle holder.
Weight Capacity 275 pounds.
Workout Programs 8 weight-loss workouts designed to burn calories.  Each computerized weight loss workout pre-sets the resistance level for you guiding you through an optimal weight loss workout.
Financing ProForm offers a 6 month delayed payment program which you must qualify.
Dimensions 73.8″ -L X 24.6″ -W X 64.2″- H

Shipping Options
  • ProForm offers free curbside delivery – if you require assembly assistance the cost is extra. Free shipping is a $125 value.
  • You can pay extra for an in-home delivery and assembly service which is available in many locations.

Benefits
  • The adjustable stride length accomodates your most heights.  In particular, the 13″ stride option is ideal for shorter people.  Many elliptical trainers are too large for many people and it’s refreshing to see an elliptical trainer that can be used comfortably by shorter people.
  • Elliptical trainers provide low impact cardio workouts. If you have ankle, knee, hip, and or back problems, an ellipticall trainer is an excellent low impact cardio option.  Please consult a doctor before buying any cardio equipment and starting a workout program.
  • I’ll say it again – having any fitness equipment in your home is a very nice convenience saving you time from travelling to and from a gym.  You also have the freedom to workout when you want and for as long as you wish.

Complaints
  • The ProForm 10.0 ZE Elliptical only has weight loss-designed workouts.
  • Maximum stride length is 18″.  I prefer an adjustable stride length up to 24″.  That said, I’m 6′ 3″ and this elliptical trainer is perfect for shorter people.  Some elliptical trainer’s shortest stride length is 18″.
  • Only a 275 lb. maximum capacity.  It seems to me that cardio equipment should be able to accomodate very heavy people because many overweight people buy cardio equipment.

Warranty

 Lifetime Frame Warranty and 1-Year Parts & Labor.

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