There is a big difference between cheap and affordable. And by no means is the Spirit XE195 Elliptical made cheaply. For just a little over $1,000.00 you can have an entry level dependable elliptical by a company with a strong reputation in the cardio fitness machine arena.
The XE195 is appealing to those seeking to truly customize and create their own workout as they progress through their home workout routine (manual mode). The Spirit XE195 Elliptical features a bright blue backlit LCD console, an extensive amount of exercise data, electromagnetic resistance, a post workout summary of the accumulated data, and a 2” Q-Factor (space between feet), which helps immensely from a comfort standpoint.
Ergonomically sound
Ergonomics, according to Merriam-Webster online dictionary, is an applied science concerned with designing and arranging things people use so that the people and things interact most efficiently and safely. Spirit Fitness has taken the time to truly understand what is the most beneficial and safe positions for users to be in when working out on the XE195. The foot pedals on all Spirit models are the only elliptical trainers that have an integrated two-degree inward tilt to make your workout more comfortable.
This exclusive design puts the user in a more ergonomically correct position. Another ergonomic benefit in using the XE195 is something called Q-Factor. The Q-Factor is the distance between the inside of the pedals. Most Spirit models have been minimized to a distance of two inches between pedals. Because of this, your body will be in a more ergonomically correct position as you work out. This positioning also makes the motion closer to that of walking and/or running.
Workout programs that really keep you fit
If variety is the spice of life, then the Spirit XE195 is an entire rack of seasonings for your cardio workout regimen. Why be stuck with the same old routine when you can mix up your workouts in these 6 ways:
- HILL: This program follows a triangle or pyramid type of gradual progression from approximately 10% of maximum effort (the level that you chose before starting this program) up to a maximum effort which lasts for 10% of the total workout time, then a gradual regression of resistance back to approximately 10% of maximum effort.
- FAT BURN: This program follows a quick progression up to the maximum resistance level (default or user input level) that is sustained for 2/3 of the workout. This program will challenge your ability to sustain your energy output for an extended period of time.
- CARDIO: This program presents a quick progression up to near maximum resistance level (default or user input level). It has slight fluctuations up and down to allow your heart rate to elevate, and then recover repeatedly, before beginning a quick cool down. This will build up your heart muscle and increase blood flow and lung capacity.
- STRENGTH: This program has a gradual progression of resistance up to 100% of maximum effort that is sustained for 25% of workout duration. This will help build strength and muscular endurance in the lower body and glutes. A brief cool down follows.
- INTERVAL: This program takes you through high levels of intensity followed by recovery periods of low intensity. This program utilizes and develops your “Fast Twitch” muscle fibers which are used when performing tasks that are intense and short in duration. These deplete your oxygen level and spike your heart rate, followed by periods of recovery and heart rate drop to replenish oxygen. Your cardiovascular system gets programmed to use oxygen more efficiently.
- MANUAL: The Manual program works as the name implies, manually. This means that you control the workload and not the computer.
- USER (2X): Two people can store personal information and design a custom program that can be saved for future use. You decide what the resistance level will be for each segment of the program.
- HEART RATE (2x): Designed to help keep you within 3-5 heart beats of your target heart rate % by automatically increasing or decreasing the resistance level. Heart Rate 1 has a 60% (better for a fat loss goal) of projected heart rate maximum default. Heart Rate 2 has an 80% (better for a cardiovascular conditioning goal) of projected heart rate maximum default.
Smooth and long strides
The Spirit XE195 is a smooth elliptical to ride on. With the 20″ stride length, an ECB electromagnetic resistance drive train, the 2″ Q-Factor and and a 24lb steel flywheel, you’ll have a workout with long strides and effortless resistance changes that will have you coming back again and again.
For more information about buying an elliptical, like the Spirit XE195 Elliptical, or any other type of fitness equipment for your Phoenix area home, contact Fitness 4 Home Superstore today and we’ll be happy to match you up with the perfect piece of exercise apparatus – cardio, strength, core or flexibility.
