If you want a lean, toned profile, there’s one thing you should not forget about – strength training. Not every woman wants sculpted arms, but strength training offers a much broader range of benefits. Importantly, strength training is something more trainers should be encouraging, as the benefits are ideal for both men and women alike. Improved Mentality Strength training is a great way to get your mind in the right attitude since it’s built around achieving and consistently improving your goals. The end result is that it becomes easier to stay focused and motivated. Combined with a healt ..read more

The FTS Glide offers resistance training with freedom of motion to increase your core strength, balance, stability, and coordination that is designed with a compact footprint and low height to fit most homes and is a great option to help you and your family bring more strength to your life. This professional functional training system is featured in hotels, personal training studios, and colleges around the world and includes an easy to follow instructional placard to help you work multiple areas of your body.  To explore the possible workout combinations, check out the following vid ..read more

Where feasible we recommend having your home elliptical and treadmill assembled and installed by a professional, however that's not always possible.  If you are in a position where you need to do a self-assembly, know that it isn't rocket science and the hardest part of the process is likely going to be moving the equipment into where you want it.  Other than that, you'll need: Patience Basic tools that you'll likely have in your home toolkit, i.e. wrench, level, Philips screwdriver, etc. Ready to get started? Most Precor equipment includes the step-by-step assembly guides in the b ..read more

Workout with the Precor Adaptive Motion Trainer® (AMT) The AMT from Precor delivers a total body workout that gets you going from short to long strides, walking to running, and climbing to lunging, all while targeting different muscle groups. As an added bonus, add in pushing and pulling with the moving handlebars, and you’ll fully engage your upper body for a full body workout. To get started with your AMT check out these videos that showcase its versatility and adaptability to help you achieve the results you are looking for. Getting Started on the AMT The AMT facilitates nearly endless str ..read more

Erica Tillinghast, Precor’s global education manger and leader of our master coach program, gives you a behind-the-scenes look at what makes Precor professional ellipticals a favorite among exercisers across the globe.   This five-part series includes: Fundamental Capabilities Getting Started Features & Benefits Converging CrossRamp History of the Elliptical If you are looking to invest in your health and bring a Precor elliptical home, this series is for you.  Part 1: Fundamental Capabilities (click to view) Get to know the fundamental capabilities of Precor profe ..read more

Premium Performance Meets Unbeatable Motivation If you haven't heard, Precor is now part of Peloton. You already know the trusted, time-tested fitness equipment from Precor. Now that we've joined Peloton, we're part of the world's most motivating fitness platform and a global community that's already over seven million Members strong.  It’s a partnership that helps us to connect the world through fitness, empowering people to be the best version of themselves anywhere, anytime. Because in the end, when we move, we move together. Who is Peloton? Peloton uses technology and design to conn ..read more

EFX®—Perfection beyond invention When you want a highly effective workout that is uniquely designed for your natural movement, the Precor Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer® (EFX®) is the right machine for the job. Invented by us, optimized for you, the EFX is fully featured with unique motions and multiple console options. Precor introduced the first elliptical crosstrainer in 1995, and we’ve been perfecting it ever since. Our professional elliptical machines pair patented designs with premium materials and proven components to deliver exceptional reliability and performance.   One of the ..read more

Strength training with weights is critical for building muscle, but a little cardio goes a long way to burning calories and toning. The best way to help you get your workout when you want it is with in-home exercise equipment. Cardio exercise equipment is one of the biggest and most important purchases you can make for your home gym. Fortunately, there’s an amazing array of Precor equipment available for you to choose from. Whether you’re interested in a treadmill, elliptical, stationary bike, or other cardio product, read through these tips from our Precor fitness experts before you purchase ..read more

Embrace the Colder Weather: Staying Healthy & Active Year Round Summer is over. The kids are going back to school, the leaves are starting to change, and once again you can’t leave the house without your jacket. With colder weather upon us it’s suddenly not as intuitive to keep up with your active, healthy lifestyle you’ve proudly kept up with since spring. What goes through your head on that first wet, cold, rainy day of so many to come? For many, it’s something like this: “Oh well, I’ll just go for a run tomorrow.” or “Perfect time to curl up and binge a new show!” Those thoughts are har ..read more

AMT® - Designed for how the human body moves Do want to build up your heart rate during exercise? Check. Work your glutes? Strengthen your legs? Check and check. Looking for a low-impact cardio workout? Big check. For a personalized experience like no other, the Adaptive Motion Trainer® (AMT®) by Precor checks all your boxes. If there’s space for only one cardio machine in your home, the AMT is an exerciser favorite—both at home and at fitness facilities around the world. The best part of an AMT is its flexibility and adaptability for intuitive movement. All that’s possible because Precor des ..read more