ProForm 790 E Elliptical Trainer Review

Machine: ProForm 790 E Elliptical Trainer

Overview: The Proform 790 E elliptical trainer uses the best of Proform’s technology for excellent body shaping results. This front-drive trainer employs a 25 degree power intensity ramp, 18 performance workouts, 6 weight-loss workouts and 20 levels of digital resistance, that cater to both beginners and advanced elliptical users alike. The machine is designed to help you lose the most amount of weight based on the amount of effort you put in. The ProForm 790 E elliptical trainer has a silent magnetic resistance system that adjusts the intensity without interrupting your workout and heart rate sensors that are built into the handlebars to enable you to stay within your target training zone. Other features of the ProForm 790E elliptical machine are what you’d expect from the popular brand. It comes equipped with iFit workout card technology, oversized pedals, CoolAire workout fan, ClearView backlit display, and a compatible music port for your iPod or mp3. Indeed, the ProForm 790E elliptical trainer proves that a simple fitness machine can prove to be an effective one.

Features

Price – $649 (Orig. $1,299)
Stride length – 18″
Challenging Programs – 24 built in workouts (18 performance, 6 weight loss)
Resistance Levels – 20 digital , 25 degree power incline
Upper Body – Yes
Heart Rate Monitor – Dual grip EKG™ Heart Rate Monitor
Weight Capacity – 325lbs
Console Gadgets – iFit Workout Card technology, Compatible Music Port for iPod®, Intermix Acoustics™ 2.0
Convenience/Extras – CoolAire Workout Fan
Warranty – Lifetime on Frame; 2 yr parts & labor

Strengths:
The Proform 790 E elliptical trainer has a sophisticated 25 degree intensity ramp that you won't find in lower end models. This ramp will isolate your glutes, quads and calves to help acheive the desired definition. With 24 workouts, it has the most workouts you'll see on a machine at this price. You're bound to find a few that really work for you - so getting bored won't be a an excuse to skip a session. This, coupled with the audio entertainment provided by the music port, makes for a gym- like experience from the comfort of your own home.
Weaknesses:
While this elliptical is better equipped than most, you'll get more workouts than you'll probably need. Also, if you're willing to spend a bit more, you'll find better warranties than those offered by Proform.
The Skinny:
The ProForm 790E elliptical trainer is a fitness machine has everything you need to make you move faster, become stronger and burn more calories. Its convenience and entertainments components are among the best you'll find on elliptical trainer machines. While you might come across better warranties, tougher commercial quality components and frames, improved footpads, and a quieter ride in other fitness elliptical trainers, as always, you'll have to pay more. At the same time, in this price range, there are better models out there.