Max Trainers are a blend of stair climber machine and elliptical machine
What is valuable to know about the Bowflex Max Trainer – it has the high intensity of a stair climber & the low impact of an elliptical machine
The Bowflex Max Trainer blends the elliptical and stair climber machines. The combination of these two gives a high-intensity, low-impact workout. This machine had a steep exercise incline angle, so it has a small foot-print (49″ L x 30.5″ W x 65.5″ H) and can fit into a small space. Your smartphone can sync to a tracking app or Apple’s Health Kit. The power cord is not very long. I happen to love both the elliptical and stair climber machines… so I love this exercise machine.
The Max trainer machines require a little assembly. Both Bowflex and Amazon will assemble them for you for a fee. The models listed below have the option to add the assembly task into your order.
There are a lot of differences between models, but they all have very nice features. The specialization of these features is a matter of taste. The number of resistance levels and number of possible programs increases with each new model.
One of the nice advantages of this machine is that it has a smaller footprint than many other types of exercise equipment like treadmills and elliptical machines. That can be an important difference when you have limited space for your exercise equipment. You won’t need the height that something like a stair climber would need either. This puts it right in the middle on the space it requirements.
The Max Trainer app also supports the Google Fit app. The Fit app lets you keep your fitness and health information in on easy to read dashboard.
These two are the higher end models with more bells and whistles
M8
| M8
Features: |
20 resistance levels 29 programs Tracking for 4 users This one is like the M7, but has enhanced dual-mode LCD/LED screens Compatible with Bowflex JRNY™ – (Apple iOS and Android devices) Heart rate monitor (integrated contact grips), Bluetooth® heart rate compatible Larger repositioned console Premium media rack – Magnetic media rack for tablet or smartphone USB charging port Aerobar grips and multi-grip dynamic handles Pedals have ribbed texture |
M7
| M7
Features: |
20 resistance levels 11 different programs Tracking for 4 users High Contrast, Backlit Dual Mode LCD/LED display Use the FREE Max Trainer® app to track total time, calories and more… or upgrade to Bowflex JRNY™ – (Apple iOS and Android devices) Bluetooth® 4.0 Compatible Aerobar grips and commercial grade handles – sculpted dipped handlebars with aero bar upgrade Add-time feature Pedals have stainless steel racing pedals – variety of button shaped grips No longer available from Bowflex directly. |
These two are the mid-range end models
M6
| M6
Features: |
16 levels of resistance 8 programs Does tracking for 2 users 5″ console display Use the FREE Max Trainer® app to track total time, calories and more… or upgrade to Bowflex JRNY™ – (Apple iOS and Android devices) Heart rate monitor (integrated contact grips), Bluetooth® heart rate compatible Magnetic media rack for tablet or smartphone USB charging port Multi-grip dynamic handles Pedals have ribbed texture |
M5
| M5
Features: |
16 resistance levels 8 programs Syncs with Max Trainer® app (Apple iOS and Android devices), FREE Bowflex Max Trainer® app to track total time, calories and more Computer-controlled resistance, Bluetooth® technology Heart rate monitor Premium grips, backlit display, target-zone monitoring Pedals have ribbed texture No longer available from Bowflex directly. Still available through their other sellers |
This is the low range cost model
M3
| M3
Features: |
8 resistance levels 2 workout programs (Max interval, Manual) Heart rate monitor (with wireless chest strap) Water bottle holder Media shelf Target zone and burn rate indicators Max user weight is 300 lbs Backlit LCD display |
Here we have the option of ordering the Bowflex Max Trainer M3, M5, M7, or M8…
The cheaper copy of this exercise machine…
There is a much cheaper knockoff of this machine you can also find by a Brand name Sunny Health & Fitness… reading through the reviews… I get a strong impression that the construction has many issues. The most common complaint is the terrible racket that the machine makes while in use.
