Features of the Schwinn 418 Elliptical

The Schwinn 418 elliptical is the top rated elliptical trainer for 2005. It is quite affordable and fits within the price range of some of the best elliptical trainers for use as a home gym. This elliptical trainer has everything you need to keep track of your exercise program and get a great cardiovascular workout.

Some of the features you will find on the Schwinn 418 elliptical trainer are:

• an articulating foot plate
• longer stride - 18 inches
• computer controlled magnetic resistance
• 12 different exercise programs
• heart rate monitor
• dual action handrails

Get Schwinn Fitness Equipment for fluid movements!

The articulating footplate of the Schwinn 418 provides you with a natural foot movement that closely simulates your natural walking and jogging movements. Schwinn machines provide you with smooth fluid movements that will not put any undue stress on your knees and ankles because your feet don't have to leave the pedals. This model of elliptical machine can accommodate a wide range of users because of the lengthened stride - a full 18 inches. The ideal stride length of an elliptical trainer is between 17 and 21 inches so you are assured of getting the workout you want.

All the right bells & whistles in this model of Schwinn exercise equipment

The console display of the 418 model of Schwinn elliptical trainers shows you how much time has elapsed, the distance you travelled, your speed and your heart rate. The heart rate monitor on these elliptical trainer machines lets you keep a close eye on the exercise to make sure you are exercising on the machine within your target heart rate to burn the most calories possible for weight loss. The elliptical also helps you to tone up your muscles to turn them into fat burning machines that raise your body's metabolism.