Load dependent The Arc Trainer is load dependent which means that resistance is scaled to the user's weight. Two exercisers, one who weighs 250 lbs and the other 125 lbs, both get the same workout when they enter the same program levels and their own weight. The perfect workout ... and only CYBEX has it.
Reverse Arc Motion This is what makes an Arc an Arc. The unique Reverse Arc motion - a patented advanced stride technology - never places the user’s toe behind the knee (when the toe moves behind the knee significantly more stress is applied to the knee joint). The Reverse Arc motion moves legs in a biomechanically correct pathway - reducing stress at the knee while offering a complete range of motion for both the knee and hip.
Compact Footprint The compact footprint saves space and the elegant design is inviting in any environment.
Muscle Targeting Using both resistance and incline makes the Arc Trainer unique in its ability to emphasize specific muscle groups. The quadriceps are targeted in the highest incline position and gluteus is emphasized as the primary muscle group in the lowest incline position.
Glide, Stride, and Climb Zones The Arc Trainer offers three exercise zones for the ultimate in variety: Low position is for the “Glide”; Medium position called the “Stride” and High position for the “Climb”.
Resistance Type An exceptionally broad resistance range lets you train as easy as you like or as hard as you need to.
Long Input Arms Long input arms with low mounted pivots are designed as an alternative to the "slot machine" motion of many ellipticals. The curvilinear motion of the Arc Trainer minimizes ulnar/radial deviation for the added comfort of a flatter more consistent arm motion.
Programs Simple and intuitive to use, the Arc Trainer programs have a convenient split level display, HR monitoring, and an exceptional range of choices to satisfy even the most diverse training needs.
Same Side Forward With Same Side Forward (SSF), the arm and leg on the same side move together, so that the relationship with the arm handle and footplate remains the same regardless of incline. This allows the user to always maintain optimal posture during exercise which virtually eliminates back fatigue. Other cross trainers, with arms and legs moving in opposite directions, lack the ability to maintain correct body positioning throughout the incline range.
Custom Colors Why stick with silver grey when you choose from any of our five standard colors (white, black, platinum sparkle, metaltone gold, black chrome)? Or ... select from over 180 custom colors to match any decor. Only CYBEX offers color customization in CV and strength equipment.