Schwinn elliptical
Posted on August 27, 2008 - Filed Under schwinn elliptical |
Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer
Manufacturer: Schwinn
With its comfortable, compact design and 8 workout programs developed to help you reach your fitness goals, the Schwinn® 430 Elliptical Trainer lets you make an impact where you want one! The comfortable 18-in stride and BioFit® articulating footplates provide a smooth and natural elliptical motion, and the easy-to-read LCD display lets you keep track of your progress.
Product Description:
Ideal for the home gym for fitness enthusiasts of any skill level, the Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer provides an effective cardiovascular workout by combining upper and lower body flexibility and coordination into one impact-free motion. Elliptical trainers emulate the natural motion of your foot while supporting your heel throughout the stride, making them much easier on your knees and joints. In addition to feeling more natural while working out, regular use on elliptical trainers will increase heart and lung capacity while improving your health (and burning calories at the same time).The Schwinn 430 offers eight computer-controlled resistance levels and eight workout programs for workout variety, including six user-profile programs, one manual, and one calorie goal program. Its quick start functions allows you to easily change your resistance level while exercising to challenge yourself to the next level. Three feedback programs–recovery mode, results mode, and body mass index (BMI)–allow you to track the progress of your workout routine. BioGlide motion technology offers a natural-feeling 18-inch stride while the trainer’s BioFit design will provide a comfortable feel on the footpads and handlebars. The handlebars also feature grip heart rate monitoring which allows you to track your heart rate while you’re exercising.
Additional features of the Schwinn 430 elliptical trainer include Eddy current brake resistance for smooth and quiet stopping, transport wheels to easily move the trainer across the room, and a water bottle holder to keep your hydration source close by. This elliptical trainer has a compact footprint 62 inches long by 27 inches wide by 64 inches tall.
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| The Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer features eight resistance levels and eight programs for a challenging workout. |
Key Features:
- BioGlide motion technology allows for a natural-feeling stride
- BioFit comfort footpads and handlebars
- Grip heart rate on handlebars
- 18-inch stride length
- Eight computer-controlled resistance levels
- Eight workout programs: manual, six profile programs, and calorie goal
- Quick Start function
- Eddy current brake resistance
- Dimensions: 62 inches long by 27 inches wide by 64 inches tall
- Three feedback programs: recovery mode, results mode, BMI
- Transport wheels for easy movement
- Water bottle holder
What’s in the Box?
Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer, user’s manual, warranty information
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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.
Lowest New Price: USD 599.00
- BioGlide motion technology allows for a comfortable and natural 18-inch elliptical stride
- BioFit footpads and handlebars offer a comfortable feeling while working out
- Features eight computer controlled resistance levels
- Grip heart rate monitoring on handlebars helps you track your workout
- Includes a water bottle holder and transport wheels
Model: 430 Elliptical
A couple months later…
I’ve had this elliptical for just shy of two months. I had read all the reviews about assembly nightmares, missing or damaged parts, noise during use, etc. It seemed most were happy with the purchase except for a few defective products and a bad customer service rep or two, so I figured it was a gamble purchase but odds were in my favor + warranty and all.
Arrival/assembly:
There were no missing or broken parts when I received the machine but the packaging wasn’t so hot. Nevertheless, this machine is so sturdy that it would really have to be mishandled hard to have bent/broken parts. None missing, thank god. Assembly was a pain. Not rocket science but tedious and annoying. I’d say it took a couple hours and a couple of the screws seemed to be very stubborn. Sturdy tho! And it got done..
Use:
After the second use I heard the loud screech that other reviews mention. Their tips about losening the bolts 1/4 turn until it stopped were so helpful and no more noise even 2 months later. I did have to tighten the area that attaches to the foot pedal ‘thing’ because there was a slight squeak. However, it was easy to hear where it came from, simply to adjust and for the price I wouldn’t complain. Besides Schwinn recommends you always check the stability and make any needed adjustments each time before use (safety, blah blah blah)
Functionality:
I get a great workout with this machine. Now I’m just shy of 6′3 so I might have liked a tad longer stride length but honestly it’s not a big deal and I wouldn’t have paid the price difference for it. The display is fine for what it’s worth. There are, in my opinion, cool features like ‘recovery score’ for your heart rate, etc. I do not rely on accuracy for calories or speed but it’s close enough I’m sure. The heart rate monitor is s-l-o-w to take readings but it does work–again, price range.
Overall:
What a great buy thru Amazon. While I might have changed a couple tiny things, there is no way it could have happened in this price range so 5 stars. It’s so great to be able to workout at home at my convenience. I may not be America’s Next Top Model with this elliptical 
but at least I’m getting my 30 minutes of exercise a day without financing some outrageous equipment. I truly feel great and you can’t put a price on that.
The Schwin is working out well
I purchased the Schwinn Elliptical 430 about two months ago. I have been working out about five times a week for 60 minutes each time. It is a good, sturdy machine and I am satisfied with the purchase. The only thing that disappointed me is that the “moving arms” are not adjustable to height. I am short (5′2″) and it is not comfortable for me to use the “moving arms” - it is too much of a reach for me. I mostly use the handles with the heart rate monitor, which gets to be tiresome for my hands at times. Otherwise it is a great machine with everything I wanted.
This machine is well worth its price.
We can’t believe how quite it is. For the price, we expected it to make lots of noise … but it simply doesn’t. It does need an even surface to work well and operate so silently, though. Overall, we say great product for the money.
love it!
I was so excited that my elliptical came in earlier than expected! Took all of the pieces out of the box and began to put it together. That was when I noticed that the flywheel was pushed in on one side. I was so disappointed. My boyfriend & a friend had to end up taking the whole flywheel apart (it wasn’t that hard just troublesome) and bend the metal piece inside so that it would not rub each time it rotated. After all of that was done, assembly was not difficult. Been having it for over a month & try to use it pretty regularly. At one point the handlebars started to squeak, but a drop of grease solved that problem. All in all I love it.
Great Elliptical Trainer
The Schwinn 430 elliptical trainer was a great buy. It is compact and the experience on it is similar to the one that I use at the gym. The assembly is straight forward but it took me about 2 hours to finish it. You need a second pair of hands to carry the flywheel up or down the stairs. Even though the brand name is Schwinn, it is actually made by Nautilus.
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