Center Drive Elliptical Trainer – Lifecore CD550

The compact 46″ frame Lifecore CD550 Center Drive Elliptical Trainer offers a truly customized workout experience. With an adjustable stride selector (manual) ranging from 17″-25″, 20 levels of resistance  and customized programs, you can truly have the workout most suited to your fitness level.

Being able to adjust the stride length benefits users of different heights as well as being able to stress on certain muscle groups and fitness levels. Muscles of the thighs and calves get toned up with a shorter stride length  whereas at a longer stride length, your glutes and hamstrings are targeted.

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Update – Lifecore latest elliptical trainer, the Lifecore CD450 elliptical is now available. There are 20 different levels of workout intensity and 12 programs featuring: Manual, Random, Hill, GluteBlaster, Interval, 4 Heart Rate Control and Heart Rate Recovery Program. Using the same patented center drive system which biomechanically correct your body posture and position for a much more efficient workout and an optimal peformance. It uses the most advanced electronics such as the new touchscreen console, with blue backlight for super clear viewing and easy control.

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Lifecore CD550 – 6 preset programs

Center drive elliptical position your body perfectly upright throughout its motion, leading to a more natural and comfortable workout. The large 10×14 dot matrix LED display show all the information you will need for your feedback on your thorough workout such as time, distance, speed, strides/min, calories burned, resistance level and pulse rate. It comes with 6 preset programs ( Random, Hill, Glute Blaster, Interval, Interval Mountain and Speed Training Interval ) and 5 Heart Rate programs to motivate and get you the results you desired.

The Hill program is highly recommended for those just starting out and comes with a moderate resistance level, considered a less stressful workout. Lower intensity workouts are more for fat burning and if you prefer cardiovascular training, then aim for the higher intensity resistance levels.

Exercising within your targeted heart rate zone is essential to get the most benefits from your cardiovascular workouts and with the specially designed heart rate control programs,  the console will adjust the resistance level automatically to reach your targeted heart rate and keep it within the zone throughout the entire program.

The machine comes fitted with center grip heart rate sensors for the most effective cardiovascular training.

Do take note that when you press the pause/reset key half-way through the selected program, all data will stop processing. Upon pressing the start key, program will resume. If you wish to exit the program, then press the pause/restart key again instead of the start key.

Other great features include oversized cushioned footpads with a 2″ pedal spacing for the natural feel. Featuring  sealed ball bearings and a silent magnetic resistance ensures a smooth, friction free and quiet operation. Has a low step-up height of 8″ only, eliminating problem of low ceiling height.

The 300 pounds maximum capacity Lifecore CD550 comes with a lifetime guarantee on the frame with a 5 year parts and 1 year in-home service guarantee.

Pros
Solidly constructed and stable
Friction-free magnetic resistance
Quiet, fluid and smooth motion
Compact and space saving
Front transport wheels

Cons
A bit expensive but it is one of the best compact elliptical trainer with high end features.

Looking for the best elliptical trainer featuring center drive, compact and with adjustable stride – look no further, buy Lifecore CD550 elliptical trainer and start seeing a trimmer you.

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