Running is a great form of exercise that can be done year-round, indoors on a treadmill or outdoors. You can participate in fun runs, short distance races, marathons, and ultra marathons. As you get serious about running, be aware of these five common, repetitive overuse injuries. Recognize their symptoms and understand their causes. Train smart by focusing on prevention so you can run strong all year long. Common Running Injuries Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS) Have you ever experienced pain down the side of your hip on the outside of your knee? It could be iliotibial band syndrome. The ili ..read more

Feel like it might be time to shake up your workouts and add some challenging elliptical sessions to your routine?  Let’s start with why. Why should you forgo a walk or even a run and instead choose an elliptical workout? With an elliptical, you can elevate your fitness to new levels without the high impact pounding of the everyday walking, jogging or running. Yes, “low impact” and “lofty results” can be found in the same sentence ─ and the same workout! Low Impact As you walk, jog or run, one foot comes off the ground and transitions your body weight over to the other foot which stays i ..read more

When shopping for a treadmill, there are many features to choose from. One of the biggest features to decide on is folding vs. non-folding. Are you unsure about which style to go with? We’re here to educate you on the differences between folding treadmills and non-folding treadmills and the details to consider when making your selection. If you’re concerned that a treadmill won’t fit in your home gym, a folding treadmill might be your answer. Folding treadmills do precisely what their name implies — they fold up, and usually have transport wheels, making them an ideal candidate for easy stora ..read more

In the fitness world, some things never change.  For those looking to improve their health and fitness, train for an event, or just get a bit more active, home fitness equipment has been a staple for decades. And while the concept of treadmills, exercise bikes, or ellipticals may not be new, there are some great technologies out there that have helped bring the entire fitness experience to an entirely new level. As a product manager at Matrix Fitness for our console technology, I know how important it is to keep the experience fresh and exciting for our customers. I'm proud of our team's ..read more

Guest author, Taggart VanEtten, is the 100-mile treadmill world record holder, a Zwift level 50 cyclist and a Zwift level 21 runner. Having run THOUSANDS of miles on his Matrix treadmill connected to Zwift, an online, interactive training and racing platform, we knew Taggart would be the perfect guest author for the topic: How to Run on Zwift! Running in the worlds on Zwift can help you pass time on the treadmill. Believe me ─ I’ve run 2,432 miles on my Matrix T75 treadmill (the similar T70 model is available outside North America) while running on Zwift! Zwift touts itself as the app that ma ..read more

It’s another one of those days. You begin your morning feeling motivated. You eat a healthy breakfast, take care of the family, get to work, and check things off your To-Do list. You’re on a good roll, but somehow the day flies by. You’re exhausted with no time left for your workout.  One of the top goals people have is to become healthier and lose weight. “I don’t have enough time” is the biggest excuse for not following through on goals. If it’s important to you, you will find a way. If it’s not, you will find an excuse. Here are six steps to help you make time for what’s most importan ..read more

Weight loss is a common goal. We lose weight as a combination of body fat and lean body mass, which includes muscle. A widely held belief is that 25% of all weight loss is lean body mass, but this rule has been disproven. Instead, how we lose weight matters. Some weight loss methods spare muscle loss while others increase it. Retaining muscle should be a high priority! After all, higher amounts of muscle supports a higher metabolism, which can allow for less strict dietary adjustments. Those with more muscle are better able to avoid regaining the weight over time, too. What are some of the t ..read more

Introducing Software Update v1.4.0.19 for XER-02, XIR-02, and XUR consoles! Technology is advancing rapidly, but Matrix stays ahead of the curve with our integrated console technology. We are continually motivated to exceed expectations and create better exercise experiences. The software update on or around January 25, 20222, will bring improvements to the user experience through new features and enhancements to existing ones! ELECTRONIC SAFETY PIN Protect your Matrix home equipment from unauthorized use with a unique electronic safety PIN. This optional feature can be turned on by going in ..read more

Missing your regular travel plans? Take a journey with Matrix and Virtual Active Our Virtual Active workouts transport exercise enthusiasts to exotic locales all over the world. The beautiful forward motion, high-definition footage speeds up or slows down to match your pace, and resistance or incline varies to match the terrain. When it comes to an immersive workout, nothing can take you on a journey like Virtual Active! Virtual Coaching The Guided Workout option has a trainer appear in the upper left corner, providing instruction and encouragement for a more effective exercise experience L ..read more

In a world full of fitness options, why choose Matrix? Quality Fitness enthusiasts shouldn't have to sacrifice a club-quality workout at home. Only Matrix provides the dynamic performance, expanded functionality, and lasting durability you need to get the most of every workout. Technology We invest in technology that completely redefines the exercise experience, helping you reach your fitness goals in smarter, easier, and more enjoyable ways. Design As part of a vertically integrated, world-spanning organization, Matrix has advantages at every step. Our international R&D network le ..read more