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Eclipse 1100 HR/A Elliptical Trainer

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May 22, 2009, 12:02:48 AM5/22/09

Price:$499.99
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small stride, makes it weird for me, but ok for my wife. it chewed through batteries (6 C's), and the power adapter (not included) was difficult to find.. not on amazon, not on fitnessquest's website, not @ radioshack, etc... i ended up wiring an old cellphone charger to it (specs were close enough). looks nice & ghetto. oh yea, and grease got on the new carpet, that was cool too. still, gets the job done.
Great machine for the price. I put it together myself under 2 hours. Plenty of programs and great resistance. It has wheels, so easy to move around. It's also very quiet and only rocks a little (it's less than 100 lbs). Works fine on carpet, made of sturdy material, and the stride length is perfect for me (5'6").
I live in a town house apartment, so a big exercise machine was not an option. The 1100 size was perfect, if size is one of the biggest factors this machine is great and durable. I don't know why some of the machines are so big and bulky and needs even more space for the rotation. I'm about 5'4 or 5" and 160 pounds. When I am on the machine I have on ankle and wrist weights I also have my 8 pound waist belt on so I am about 170 all together on the machine and it is very durable, the different programs adds a lot of resistance on different levels. I was a complete gym head so I was a little hesitant on buying an affordable machine for my house because I didn't think it would work, I was so wrong. This machine makes me sweat just as the pricy ones at the gym. I gained about 20 pounds because of a back injury I suffered last year and this machine does not have any negative impact on my back when I am finished with it my back feels fine even the morning after. I can actually keep a good pace on the machine as if I was running but without the impact which makes me feel really good. I think it's one of the best things I bought in the last couple of years-honestly speaking.
Overall this is a decent unit for the price, It has a very small footprint and it does creat a decent workout. The multiple programs available and the user defined programs are great as well. The only problems I see with it are that the heart rate monitor does not work very well and thte stride is small. otherwise it is well worth the price.
I'm another former owner of the recalled Fitness Quest Eclipse 1175e who received the Eclipse 1100HR/A as a replacement from Fitness Quest. As with many other competing high-quality machines, the 1175e had the elliptical mechanism in the front--I think that idea may be superior to having the mechanism to the rear of the machine (for one thing, the front mechanism design often saves space). One the other hand, I prefer the front panel on the 1100HR/A to that of the 1175e. Before trashing the 1175e, I disassembled it, scavenging its heavy-duty bolts and some other parts--I noted during the assembly of the 1100HR/A that its bolts generally are lighter-duty than the analogous bolts from the 1175e (the 1175e had problems with its too thin cranks breaking--hence, the recall). The 1175e never really wobbled with my 250lb.+ weight--on the other hand, the 1100HR/A can wobble somewhat under such weight (max. weight is limited by the mfr. to 275 lbs). Until I shed significant weight recently, I even considered cutting up plywood into rectangular boards, bolting on metal straps to the boards, and attaching such makeshift "extension" feet outward onto the "legs" of the 1100HR/A, steadying it somewhat. Lighter-weight people, including most women who desire to use such machines, should have fewer problems with unwanted lateral machine movement.... As for stride length, the machine generally is best for average framed and height wommen as well as shorter men: Fitness Quest suggests putting one's feet towards the back of the large foot platforms generally helps solve that problem--it's not optimal, but machines at this price and quality level don't offer much adjustment (it's good that the platforms are long and large).... The "computer" must be installed/wired correctly to work well. For the 1100HR/A, attaching the the heart rate sensors into the inside the fixed handles indicates better design than those inside the removable handles of the 1175e--I haven't had problems with wildly inaccurate readings from either machine. The display offers many different "programs" for working out--programs are facilitated by differing placements of hidden magnets of differing strengths inside of the elliptical's mechanism: This offers differing levels of resistance for the differing programs (using magnets is very common for such machines). With an 8' high ceiling in the 2nd bedroom, I had to forego ceiling fans and hanging lamps--elliptical machines thrust people up somewhat high in the air. So, appropriately, I put an adjustable LCD TV swivel-mount high on the wall in front of the machine. Moreover, I think it appropriate to use a surge protector to protect the elliptical's display--it's likely also a good idea to unplug the display before leaving town.... Reasoning for owning this elliptical machine: Being 51 now, I desire to have some semblance of cartlidge in my joints later on in life: Elliptical offers low-impact cardio. When weather is really poor and driving is treacherous, or interruptions abound, I need something at home to use for cardio and weight-loss/weight-control. It's true that I too would prefer a better-regarded, costlier device--generally, however, such equipment is far bulkier and heavier than this: Naturally, I greatly prefer a gym's machine, as well. Nonetheless, I do think the 1100HR/A gives good bang for one's buck--especially for lighter people with shorter strides.
Eclipse 1100HRA sleek and quiet, the Eclipse 1100HRA elliptical crosstrainer offers an expanded electronics package and magnetic resistance system, including Heart Rate Control Programs.
Sleek and quiet, the Eclipse 1100 HR/A elliptical cross trainer from Fitness Quest makes a terrific home workout accessory. The trainer showcases a unique, patented orbital linkage system that provides you with a smooth elliptical pattern as you work out. As a result, the trainer's quiet, low-impact stride feels completely natural and is exceptionally smooth through the entire range of motion. The machine's expanded electronics package, meanwhile, includes an easy-to-use fitness computer that tracks time, speed, distance, and approximate calories burned. And thanks to the 10 preset workout programs and two heart rate control programs, you can easily define a workout pace that's comfortable yet challenging. Another handy feature is the 1100 HR/A's focus bar, which features built-in hand pulse sensors for immediate heart rate readings. This gives you a convenient way to keep track of your heart rate, helping you stay within the target zone and maximize your calorie burn. Other details include large, slip-resistant foot pedals designed for stability and ample foot room, a 15-inch stride length, a water bottle holder and reading rack, and a set of bottom wheels for easy transport. The trainer, which holds up to 275 pounds, measures 22.5 by 64 by 41 inches (W x H x D), weighs 90 pounds, and carries a one-year warranty. About Elliptical Trainers Elliptical trainers represent the next wave of advancement in low-impact cardiovascular exercise machines and continue to grow in popularity. By simulating motions experienced through walking, stepping, cycling, and skiing, elliptical machines allow for a smooth and fluid motion while building strength in the arms and legs. Similar to the exercise position for treadmills, elliptical trainers are used by standing in an upright position while holding the handrails of the machine. With elliptical trainers, however, your feet remain in the foot pedals throughout the exercise regimen and circulate in a smooth and seamless motion, resulting in little to no impact on the knees, back, and hips. Elliptical trainers are compatible for all ages and fitness levels and allow you to select the difficulty level through the incline and intensity settings. Additionally, elliptical trainers allow you to determine the complexity of your workout based on your needs, all while listening to music, watching television, or reading a magazine while exercising in the comfort and safety of your own home. Although different types of elliptical trainers offer an assortment of features, many of them include an array of challenging programs, forward and reverse directional movement, EKG grip pulse handles, a lightweight portable design with easy fold-up capability, and a monitor displaying calories burned, distance, speed, time, and heart rate. Other types of exercise machines, namely treadmills and bikes, offer excellent cardiovascular exercise and muscular training for the legs in a forward-motion exercise. Elliptical trainers take this to the next level by offering an upper and lower body workout with dual motion, challenging and diverse programs, and a low-impact exercise machine that won't strain sensitive joints.