Reebok Cross Trainer

Product Information

When In use the ZR8 is quiet, this allows you to easily listen to music without the overbearing sound of the flywheel in motion. It seems like Reebok have really nailed the details when it comes to making high quality low noise machines. Similarly, you can push hard on the footplates to train your leg muscles for a full-body lower-body workout. The GX50’s slip-resistant footplates and dual-action handlebars are ideal for both steady-pace and interval exercises, enhancing comfort and grip for optimal workouts.

The Reebok GX50 Cross Trainer has a 15” stride length. The 15-inch stride length is a solid average option that will suit most people and provide a good workout. The ZR9 is another great cross trainers in the Reebok family. In truth we couldn’t find a lot of difference between the ZR8 and ZR9 but this doesn’t take away from the fact that they are both great choices. The ZR8 has pulse sensors on the stationary handlebars which allow you to measure your heart rate and to have a more balanced or more lower body-focused workout depending on where you choose to grip. The feet plates are oversized and have a non-slip design and offer a fantastic low-impact cardio workout.

The hand grips on the Jet 100 are of a very high quality and although the static bars feel a little more plastic it’s the bigger fluid movement grips you will use most often. Both I and my partner had no issues with their quality during testing.

Reebok’s growing reputation, along side the competitive price of this cross trainer, help this model reach many people’s shortlist. Ellipticals will give you a good cardio workout, without the joint impacts of some other equipment types. The console, if it runs off of a battery, should have the battery replaced when it dies. Replacing the battery routinely allows you to always be ready to begin your next cardio session. If you have a console that connects to the mains, you won’t have to worry about battery replacement issues.Once again Reebok have improved with the latest GX40s with an increased stride length to 15 inches. This gives you the ideal stride length to give you maximum gains during your workout. Much like the rest of the ZR family the ZR9 has an impressive 9kg fly wheel. The weight of the flywheel is important as this feature is what gives your workout fluid movement while in use. The second use is that if you want more of an upper/all over body workout then you would use the fluid movement grips. The Reebook ZR8 has some pretty decent technical specifications when compared to other cross trainers in its class. Sporting a 9kg flywheel and 32 levels of electronic resistance, the ZR8 provides a challenging but smooth and fluid workout feel.

Firstly, it can take quite a while to put this machine together, with some talking about times around the 3 hour mark, so some time management and patience is required. Some assembly is required (fitness equipment very rarely ships complete). Some people complained that this was difficult, though others found it simple. If you are unsure, then you can always enlist some help! Programmable Console

Rating

As a review was required at short notice I had to collect my Reebok GX40s from a local fitness retailer at the full RRP. If you can avoid collection I would due to its weight being around 57kg’s when boxed. That’s almost at heavy as some treadmills! Setup We do have to give it to Reebok though – everything was well laid out and clear. The instructions were easy to follow and we had no problems, it just takes a long time to build.

Placing your trainer on a hard surface can help reduce the risk of uneven flooring and will allow you to confidently balance the unit. If a unit is placed on carpet or another non-hard surface, you’ll want to adjust the levels to ensure the machine is sturdy. Cleaning Your Cross Trainer Once users get going, they will be introduced to the LCD computer display. This display offers the user the ability to: Stride length is very important as this is the distance that you will cover after each completed stride. A short stride length means that your legs move in a short oval, resulting in you feeling awkward and uncomfortable as you use the machine.

Slipping pedals. Belt tension or bearing issues are the common cause for slipping pedals. The belt’s tension needs to be increased or the drive assembly may need to be replaced if the slipping is bearing-related. Overall they have done a great job with the latest update and as people become more familiar with smartphone and tablets they should have no problems instantly being able to use this system. Pros As this is a top end Reebok cross trainer I was expecting more than its cheaper modals and that’s exactly what I got. 32 levels of tension control allows you to set your ideal starting level and as you progress in strength over time you can make fine adjustments to suit.