Space Saver SE7i Elliptical Review

The NordicTrack Space Saver SE71 is a rear drive, elliptical. This model has a power adjustable incline that allows the user to change the shape of their stride in order to target and tone specific muscle groups.

Additionally, the rear drive design is able to deliver a flatter, truer elliptical path that comes closer to a person’s natural stride, ensuring a smoother and more comfortable workout.

The equipment has 24 challenging programs to engage your interest and help you achieve your specific fitness goals. Additionally there are 22 levels of intensity which you can select to help you burn more calories or tone up.

An exciting feature is the iFIT Coach. This lets you check your progress, download new workouts and travel virtual tracks all over the world. This feature requires a tablet computer and membership to iFIT.com.

Other highlights include over sized pedals, cardiogrip heart rate monitor, back lit display, an automatic workout cooling fan and in-built speakers with iPOD / MP3 connectivity.

The machine is covered by a strong warranty which offers a Lifetime warranty on the Frame, 2 years on all parts and 1 year labor.

It’s available at a discounted price from NordicTrack

Here is a list of the main features:

… workout options

The model has 24 built-in workout programs. Each workout has been designed by a Certified Personal Trainer in order to help you get the most out of your workout session.

These 24 workouts comprise of 12 calorie and 12 performance workouts designed to assist you in achieving your fitness goals whether it be to lose weight or tone up.

… Silent Magnetic Resistance

Silent Magnetic Resistance (SMR) braking is used on this model. This system offers a friction less, resistance braking which is very smooth in operation and allows the user to adjust the intensity of their workout without having to break the continuity of their workout.

… power adjustable incline

The ramp angle changes the shape of the stride in order to work different muscle groups. This is a power adjustable feature which can be adjusted from the control console and enables the user to target and tone lower body muscle groups.

… upper body grips

Upper body grips allow the user to burn more calories and tone the muscle groups in the arms and trunk. These workout arms feature soft touch grips and are able to accommodate any height of user. They fall naturally to hand and remain comfortable throughout the workout.

… ergonomic pedals

Designed to provide a comfortable workout experience this elliptical is equipped with large, adjustable, cushioned pedals.

These ergonomically designed pedals allow for three adjustment options to customize the toe-to-heel angle of the user, all while maintaining great traction control for a stable, relaxed movement.

… digital resistance levels

This model makes it easier to burn calories and increase your muscle tone by allowing the user to increase or decrease the amount of resistance that is applied to the elliptical’s motion.

There are a total of 22 digital resistance levels which can be selected from the conveniently located buttons on the control panel.

… back lit display

The operating console on this model has a control panel incorporating an advanced back lit display. This appealing, easy to read, screen displays all relevant workout data including:

Calories, Calories per Hour, Distance, Incline, Pulse, Pulse Average, Resistance, RPM, RPM Average, Speed, Time, Watts, Average Watts.

… heart rate monitor

The elliptical is equipped with a CardioGrip heart rate monitor. This helps you to make the most out of every workout by monitoring your heart rate with sensors that are built into the handlebars.

By monitoring your heart rate you can ensure that you’re always in the right training zone for your goals. This results in a more effective workout, burn more fat, and improve your cardiovascular health.

… iFIT Coach ready

Be entertained and engaged with your exercise regime using the latest in fitness technology – the iFIT Coach. You can check your progress, download new workouts and using Google maps technology you can run virtual tracks from all over the world.

The iFIT wireless technology is built in and you can access your iFIT account from your computer, tablet, or smartphone.

It should be noted that this feature requires a tablet computer or similar device and subscription to iFIT.com which is sold separately.

… workout fan

A strenuous workout can leave you “hot and bothered”, but this model comes to the rescue with it’s workout cooling fan. The console mounted, high capacity fan automatically adjusts its speed to match the speed of your workout.

The more vigorously that you workout the more air that is streamed to your body so that you can benefit from the refreshing, cooling breeze.

… in-built speakers

The control console contains an audio speaker system connected to an iPOD compatible music port. The user is able to plug in their iPOD, or any other MP3 player, into the music port and enjoy their favorite music or audio book title.