Do the arms move along with the pedals? I need a machine that does both.
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Yes the outside arms/handles move with the pedal. Its like an elliptical with a seat.
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Yes they do. However if you like to change the resistance, this machine lacks a good resistance band.
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One could do them simultaneously if you like. Simply do different upper body exercises with weights while walking/climbing on these. One could do bicep curls, shoulder press, tricep pushes, and other things. However, I recommend not doing anything with your chest or back. Balance is a small issue on this walking machine. I suggest not toying with that balance much. It would be easy to cause injuries without going as far as falling off. So when not on the machine do push ups and tricep dips and other more horizontal exercises.
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Not really. It's already a bike. The conversion is the handles. You have a choice of two slots: one for stationary - where the poles don't move or two: where the poles move for elliptical training. So you can actual do four different types of exercising: stationary bike, bike with arm movement, elliptical with arms moving or without arm movement!
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This is not motorized. If you want the pedals to move - you must use your own energy. My husband and I love it. It's basically a bicycle but without the seat. I hope that helps you.
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I have the model with the arms that lock on after you assemble. I have two bikes on mine and have had no issues with them slipping or moving. I was hesitant at first, but its worked great.
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Yes,you can pedal backwards. There's also resistance as you pedal backwards
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handle bars pivot around but no other position. there is a pull strap for hook below handlebars that does the same thing. this machine works great. good workout machine for the money. quiet operation.
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The pedals can be adjusted, either 3 or 4 positions. But it's not a quick easy adjustment. You have to unbolt them to move them. As far as transitioning from bike to elliptical there is nothing more involved than standing vs sitting. I have not found the need to move the foot platforms for either one.
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Yes the rollers move independently of each other and the handles. The handles are stationary.
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No this is a "spinning" bike and the pedals are directly hooked up to the flywheel. Nice unit for the money.
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It does not. The pedals do go into a locked position which allows you to use the handles for stability when climbing on and off. The seat not swiveling was our concern when we ordered it and it wasn't a problem for us. We have been very pleased.
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The foot pedals are not adjustable. It is an easy transition between bike & elliptical. I found the pedal stroke a little short for elliptical, works better as bike.
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I think you should get the "platinum" model, not the cheaper original one or your feet won't clear the base properly. That is your main worry, so order from reputable source. Parts missing is likely to be a rarity, the other problem of the feet is a certainty. The machine will work the biceps and upper back muscles used to pull arms downward and backward quite well. It won't work triceps.
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I didn't realize you couldn't put more resistance on it than cycle at it's own pace. But, hey it's movement, and I know I'll be using it more than the one which requires you to cycle it. It just would have been nice to have the option, when you felt a little more energetic. Ha But I just got my machine today and I need to post a question, may not be the right place, but does anyone have one that stops moving periodically. Just wondering if this one has a short, or it just does that.
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Yes, it can pedal forward and backward with both the pedals or upper body. Both are on the same belt so the upper body also turns even if you only use the pedals.
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It does! I use both directions to increase the muscle use while I'm pedaling.
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Yes! You can pedal backwards and it's as smooth and quiet as it is when you pedal frontwards. I would not hesitate to get this stationary bike again. The price is great and so is the quality.