Smooth Fitness CE 3.7 Elliptical Trainer Review

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OVERVIEW:

The Smooth 3.7 Elliptical Trainer is a value-priced elliptical trainer which still delivers the same quality and features you expect from Smooth Fitness.

Features

  • Intensity levels: 16
  • Stride Length: 18-21 inches.Stride type: Adjustable.
  • Resistance type: Magnetic.
  • Maximimum user weight: 325 lbs.
  • Fan: built-in with 3 speeds.
  • Foot pedal: Ergonomic, pivoting foot pedal mimics your body’s natural motion keeping your body in optimal alignment.
  • Heavy duty flywheel: Smoother ride with no more annoying “bump” some other elliptical trainers have.
  • Wireless heart rate control included.
  • Dynamic Motion: 3 motion levels.
  • Multi-color LCD display.
  • 9 preset exercise training programs: manual, random (50 random profiles), Fat Burning, Interval, Endurance, Watts Control, and Heart Rate Control.
  • Wheels: Yes, tilt and roll.
  • Moveable handlebars: Workout both upper and lower body with the Smooth 7.4 Elliptical Cross Trainer.
  • Unit Weight: 204 pounds.

Shipping Options

  • Free Curbside Delivery – you’ll need assembly assistance.
  • In Room Delivery ($75) – placed in the room of your choice.
  • White Glove Delivery ($199) – placed in the room of your choice AND assembled.

Benefits

  • Quality & Value: solid build.
  • Price: under $1,500.
  • Low impact aerobic exercise when weather is bad.
  • Full body resistance aerobic exercise.
  • No fitness club membership fees and hassles (waiting for equipment and maximum user time).
  • Wheels for easy transportation.
  • Customized and preset workouts with data memory options.

Warranty

Lifetime warranty on the frame & braking system, 3 years on all parts & electronics and 2 years in home labor.

Complaints

  • Assembly required.
  • Maximum user weight is 325 pounds.
  • No television.

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Many people when considering buying an elliptical trainer wonder whether they should buy a treadmill instead. The treadmill vs elliptical debate continues. More treadmills are purchased each year, however the elliptical trainer market is faster growing (as of the time this review was written in May 2010).

The reason I like ellipticals is it offers a low impact workout option that varies my running routine. I run a decent amount, but when looking at my workout regimen, my focus is cross training. I love variety. I’m a jack of all exercises and ace of none. That said, if you are a runner and that is all you’re interested in doing because it’s your passion, you may consider getting a treadmill rather than elliptical. If you are looking for a treadmill, just like buying an elliptical, you should check out some treadmill reviews first.

One of the best ways to research an elliptical and treadmill purchase is to go and try using the equipment at a fitness gym. Even if you aren’t a member, you can usually sign up for a week for free or at a discounted rate to try the place out. During that trial week, use all the fitness equipment and see what you like doing and what features you like. Really analyze the equipment carefully – the programs, the style, the computer, the design … check it out carefully so you know what you like and what you don’t like.

The fact is you want to have your elliptical trainer in your home for a long time. This means it’s important you make a good buying decision.