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The StreetStrider can be used for physical fitness, [5] [6] [7] weight loss, [8] physical therapy, human-powered transport, and outdoor adventure. [ 9 ] The StreetStrider consists of a T-shaped lower frame to which two front wheels and a rear wheel containing a drive assembly are attached, and an upright frame to which two reciprocating arm ...
Commercial elliptical trainer (rear drive version) Row of elliptical trainers at a gym ElliptiGO trainers are elliptical but not stationary. An elliptical trainer or cross-trainer is a stationary exercise machine used to stair climb, walk, or run without causing excessive pressure to the joints, hence decreasing the risk of impact injuries.
They also carry a full line of elliptical trainers and exercise bikes. During the late 1990s and early 2000s, the company made their first and only foray in the commercial gym equipment market with their 9600 series. This range included a treadmill, an incline trainer, an elliptical, and recumbent and upright bikes.
Horizon Fitness: A Cottage Grove, Wisconsin-based [6] company that manufactures treadmills, stationary bicycles, elliptical trainers for domestic use. Advanced Fitness Groups (AFG) : Also a Cottage Grove, Wisconsin-based subsidiary [ 7 ] that acts as a semi-exclusive name brand for Sears (in the United States) and Canadian Tire (in Canada) [ 8 ]
Ellipticals (elliptical machines) are a combination of stair-climbing and a treadmill. Generally it contains two tracks upon which the user stands. Users describe an elliptical motion (hence the machine name) while walking or jogging. Some ellipticals have magnetic resistance controls that add difficulty to doing the motion.
The same year, Life Fitness expanded into treadmills. Life Fitness was acquired by Brunswick Corporation in June 1997 for $310 million. [5] [6] The sale was completed on July 11, 1997. [7] Later in 1997, Life Fitness bought Hammer Strength, a manufacturer of weight machines. [8] ParaBody, Inc. was bought by Life Fitness in 1998. [9] [10]
Sole-Smith's new book explores how parents can better protect their kids from diet culture and anti-fat bias. (Photo: Courtesy of Henry Holt and Company) (Henry Holt and Company)
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