Precor EFX 5.33 Elliptical Trainer

The Precor EFX 5.33 Elliptical Trainer continues the tradition that Precor has had since 1995. Over the past 15 years, Precor has created some of the fitness industry's most innovative pieces of equipment – striving to create powerful, ergonomically sound machinery that fully activates the whole body. Precor has celebrated countless awards, and an involvement in some of the worlds most prestigious gyms. But, has Precor managed to hold on to its coveted title with its latest model, the Precor EFX 5.33 Premium Series Elliptical Fitness Cross trainer?

The Precor EFX 5.33 cross trainer aims to combat all areas of the body, whilst maintaining a good perfect to aid good posture. The Precor 5.33 is designed to provide the best possible cardiovascular workout, without compromising the toning benefits cross trainers are renowned for.

The feature that makes the Precor EFX 5.33 so sophisticated and innovative is its option to change the gradient of the cross ramp. In simple terms, the Precor allows you to alter the angle in which you feet sit on the platform. But what does this do exactly? Having different ramp settings in place will change the way different the parts of your body are activated, and ultimately how you works out. This allows you to target different muscle groups and systems. If you make the ramp position lower, you will activate and work your entire body. If you decide to raise the ramp, you will isolate individual muscles, such as the glutes and quads. This is great if you have a workout program that requires you to exercise different muscle groups on different days.

The Precor EFX 5.33 is designed to flawlessly fit into any surroundings. Unlike most Cross Trainers on the market, the Precor EFX harbours clean and sharp lines – making it aesthetically beautiful. In fact reviews from magazines and internet forums are currently singing its visual praises. It is also designed for ease of use, as it has easy spaces to place you MP3 player or water bottle. There is even a compartment within easy reach to put any reading material you may have during the workout in.

Another great feature about the Precor EFX 5.33 cross trainer is its easy to use touch pad. The QuickStart pad allows you to access your USERID with real ease, so that you can draw up your preferred settings and start working out in no time. With its touch pad screen you can choose which workout you wish to try whilst being able to view the time you have spent working out against the calories you have burned. And with 20 electromagnetic resistance settings, you will never find a setting that is too 'easy'. There is a vast amount of other ways to customize your workout and view how hard your working as well.

Unfortunately, the Precor EFX cross trainer is not perfect, as its price heavily weighs down its positive features. Costing over four thousand dollars, the Precor EFX 5.33 if often mistaken for a gym cross trainer and is not considered worthy of household use. In fact, many physical scientists agree that the cross trainer does not belong in a home gym unless you are an experienced athlete, as adequate fitness technology can be found elsewhere for the

'average joe'.

The Precor EFX 5.33 Cross Trainer is , without a doubt, one of the best on the market. It has been designed to look stylish and flow smoothly, whilst offering a full body workout. It looks aesthetically brilliant, and carries technology that far surpasses its rivals, however it falls at the final hurdle when it comes to the price. Sadly, because the Precor EFX 5.33 costs so much, not many people with find it to be a financially viable piece of home gym equipment. However, it is suitable for gyms and seasoned athlete – and of course those who are happy to spend a bit more for a higher quality machine.