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Nautilus are a serious manafacturer with a
reputation for quality. Their high end specification
and choice of materials give them a reliability kudos
worthy of their market position. The NR3000 comes
with solid styling, a high spec on board computer
with high definition dot-matrix LED\'s and Telemetric
Heart Rate receiver. A chest belt comes as standard.
This particular machine is self-generating which
means that it benefits from not having mains power
supply and the associated mess trailing cords.
Nautilus\'s NR3000 generous spec also provide
extra wide pedals and a very, very
(yes, we did mean to say it twice) comfortable ride.
The whole machine from top to toe is well engineered
and the V-Force Plus TM fly wheel to belt drive is
certainly the smoothest and quietest of its class.
Fitness equipment doesn\'t come much better than
this!
All the specific models and manufacturers that
appear short-listed in Gym Fitnesss line up have
been researched and selected as best in
their category for features and value for money
in the express opinion of trend e.com.
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Facts About Cycles:
Cycling is one of the optimum form of stamina training. It improves heart function and circulation and strengthens leg muscles and/or tone. Cycling is ideally suited as cardiovascular warm up or full workout with exertion zones and pedal rate. Cycling is also a worthy addition or calorific
burning check your heart beats per minute (BPM) against your age chart provided below.
Calories:
450-550 calories per hour
Body Primary:
Heart Cardiovascular workout, aerobic endurance calorie burner.
Body Secondary:
Lower body conditioner develops lower & upper leg calfs. Minor toning of waist.
Equipment:
2 Basic types upright & recumbent
Upright favour good body posture and strengthen the back.
Recumbant have seats parallel to pedals with a lowered recumbent bucket seat which favours back support, greater longterm endurance and comfort. Recumbant benefits sufferers of back & knee problems and high blood pressure. Erogmeter versions are more advanced trip computer console often requiring mains power. Whilst power cables are an inconvenience the better machines generally require socket outlets. Ergometers measure more precisely your workout rate.
Heart Rate Control:
Whilst handpulse is often sufficient and a useful feature for quick convenience more accurate heart rate control is achieved with a chest belt adding cost to the final RRP price.
Mechanism:
Resistance is introduced more commonly by magnetic brake to flywheel belt drive.
Look Out For:
Sturdy frame to your weight and personal strength ratio. As
a guide use a bike which is capable with your normal weight plus at least a 20% margin. Seat comfort, particularly on uprights. One of the most important features is the ability to adjust the seat position not just vertically but horizontally. Handlebar tilt also assists with personally tailoring the seat pedal position for maximum comfort. Study the program
presets and capability of the ergometer. Always look at the platform space to your own floor area needs. |
Maximum Fat Burning Zones For Age Groups:
Age 20 work out at 145 heart beats per minute
Age 30 work out at 138 heart beats per minute
Age 40 work out at 130 heart beats per minute
Age 50 work out at 125 heart beats per minute
Age 60 work out at 118 heart beats per minute
Age 70 work out at 110 heart beats per minute
Age 80 work out at 103 heart beats per minute
Always work out according to your own medical
condition and personal doctors/trainers advice.
The above target heart rates are given for guidance
only.
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