Ellipticals are fantastic alternatives to treadmills, rowers and other cardiovascular training implements but choosing one can be difficult. To assist with this, we have created the following suggestions. This will assist you in determining the specifications that you need as well as give suggestions of which units to review.

If you would prefer that a Bayou Fitness agent assist you personally, please answer the numbered questions and paste those numbered answers into an email. Simply send this to sales@total-trainer.com with the subject line “Choosing an Elliptical” and a trained Sales agent will provide you with detailed advice via email.

1) What is the maximum weight needed by all the users that will workout on the unit? If more than two individuals will be using it, move up to the next section to accommodate for additional stress on the frame.

a) For users up to 250 lbs., any elliptical that we carry would be appropriate.

b) For any users up to 275 lbs., the following ellipticals would be appropriate:

            -ProForm SpaceSaver 600 PFEL55907

      -ProForm 850 PFEL77807

      -ProForm Stride Select 600 PFEL85907

      -ProForm 585 CSE PFEL95918

      -ProForm ES CrossTrainer 600 PFEL75907

      -ProForm iSeries 800 PFEL57907

      -ProForm 930 PFEL59107

c) For users up to 285 lbs., the following elliptical would be appropriate:

      -Kettler CT 307 7646-090

d) For any users up to 300 lbs., the following ellipticals would be appropriate:

      -Lamar 4200

      -Lamar 4400

      -Reebok 1000X RBEL59907

      -Stamina Avari GX 8 75-2000

      -LifeSpan EL 1000

      -Kettler Mondeo 7852-690

      -LifeSpan EL3000i

e) For any users up to 330 lbs., the following ellipticals would be appropriate:

      -Kettler Vito XL 7861-690

      -Kettler Alpine 7851-590

      -Kettler Ergometer EXT7 7863-090

2) What are the height ranges of individuals looking to use the unit? This will determine your stride but is just a generalization as body proportion and natural walking motion will vary even amongst users of the same height.

      a) For individuals from 4’10” to 5’3”, a 12.75-14” stride is generally sufficient

            -Stamina Dual Action Elite 55-2065

      b) For individuals from 5’0” to 5’6”, a 16-17” stride is generally sufficient

      -ProForm 585 CSE PFEL95918

      -Kettler Vito XL 7861-690

            -Kettler Mondeo 7852-690

      c) For individuals from 5’3” to 5’10”, an 18” stride is generally sufficient

            -ProForm SpaceSaver 850 PFEL5105

            -ProForm 850 PFEL77807

            -ProForm ES CrossTrainer 600 PFEL75907

            -ProForm iSeries 800 PFEL57907

            -Reebok 1000X RBEL55907

            -LifeSpan EL1000

      d) For individuals from 5’5” to 6’2”, a 19.5-20” stride is generally sufficient

            -Lamar A-4200

            -Lamar A-4400

            -Kettler CT 307 7646-090

            -Stamina Avari GX 8 75-2000

            -Kettler Alpine 7851-590

            -LifeSpan EL3000i

            -Kettler Ergometer EXT7 7863-090

e) If individuals of multiple heights are using the unit or if you are looking for both cardio (longer stride) and muscle targeting (shorter stride), then an adjustable stride length is more appropriate           

      -ProForm SpaceSaver 600 PFEL55907 (13",15" and 18")

      -ProForm 925 PFEL5926 (12”, 15”, 18”)

      -ProForm Stride Select 600 PFEL85907 (12” and 16”)

      -ProForm 650T PFEL75807 (13”, 15”, 18”)

3) What type of stride is important? Generally, front driven ellipticals have a slightly more natural glide. Often higher end rear driven ellipticals are engineered to overcome this, which leaves this difference to a matter of choice or preference.

      a) Front

            -ProForm 850 PFEL77807

            -Lamar 4200

            -ProForm 585 CSE PFEL95918

            -ProForm ES CrossTrainer 600 PFEL75907

            -Lamar 4400

            -ProForm iSeries 800 PFEL57907

            -Reebox 1000X RBEL59907

            -LifeSpan EL1000

            -LifeSpan EL3000i

      b) Rear

            -ProForm 4.0X PFEL73207

            -ProForm SpaceSaver 850 PFEL5105

            -ProForm SpaceSaver 600 PFEL55907

            -Image 9.5 IMEL3906

            -ProForm 925 PFEL5926

            -ProForm Stride Select 600 PFEL85907

            -ProForm 650T PFEL75807

            -ProForm 480 CSE PFEL74908

            -ProForm 930 PFEL59107

            -ProForm 500 PFEL64907

            -Stamina Dual Action Elite 55-2065

            -Kettler CT 307 7646-090

            -Stamina Avari GX 8 75-2000

            -Kettler Vito XL 7861-690

            -Kettler Alpine 7851-590

            -Kettler Mondeo 7852-690

            -Kettler Ergometer EXT7 7863-090

4) How many tension levels are needed for your routine? Higher numbers are important if you will be looking to increase your cardiovascular health and lower numbers are important for individuals with limited mobility or for individuals simply looking to maintain a level of health.

      a) 8-10 Levels

            -ProForm 4.0X PFEL73207

            -ProForm SpaceSaver 850 PFEL5105

            -ProForm SpaceSaver 600 PFEL55907

            -Image 9.5 IMEL3906

            -ProForm 925 PFEL5926

            -ProForm 650T PFEL75807

            -ProForm 480 CSE PFEL74908

            -ProForm ES CrossTrainer 600 PFEL75907

            -ProForm 930 PFEL59107

            -ProForm 500 PFEL64907

            -Kettler Vito XL 7861-859     

      b) 11-15 Levels

            -ProForm 850 PFEL77807

            -ProForm Stride Select 600 PFEL85907

            -ProForm 585 CSE PFEL95918

            -ProForm iSeries 800 PFEL57907

            -Kettler CT 307 7646-090

            -Kettler Mondeo 7852-690

      c) 16-20 Levels

            -Lamar 4200

            -Lamar 4400

            -Stamina Dual Action Elite 55-2065

            -Reebok 1000X RBEL59907

            -LifeSpan EL1000

      e) 21+ Levels

            -Stamina Avari GX 8 75-2000

            -Kettler Ergometer EXT7 7863-090

5) In what type of setting will the unit be used?

      a) For a Residential Setting, any elliptical would be appropriate.

      b) For a Commercial Setting, the following ellipticals would be appropriate

            -ProForm Stride Select 600 PFEL85907

            -Stamina Avari GX 8 75-2000

6) What unique features are important to you? Ellipticals that we carry that have these features are listed below the feature.

      a) Ski Machine integration

            -Kettler Alpine 7851-590

      b) Folding

            -ProForm SpaceSaver 850 PFEL5105

            -ProForm SpaceSaver 600 PFEL55907

            -ProForm 925 PFEL5926

            -ProForm 850 PFEL77807

            -ProForm 650T PFEL75807

            -ProForm 930 PFEL59107

            -ProForm 500 PFEL64907

      c) Adjustable Incline

            -ProForm 4.0X PFEL73207

            -Image 9.5 IMEL3906

            -ProForm Stride Select 600 PFEL85907

            -ProForm 480 CSE PFEL74908         

            -Reebox 1000X

This data is subject to change without notice. Some items may be altered or not currently available but all efforts are made to keep this document up to date.

Power Towers are fantastic machines for working the entire body in a compact space. Unfortunately, it is sometimes overwhelming to choose one for your needs. To assist with this, we have created the following suggestions. This will assist you in determining the specifications that you need as well as give suggestions of which units to review. If you need further assistance, please email numbered and detailed answers to each of these details with the subject line “Choosing a Power Tower” to sales@total-trainer.com. A trained Sales agent will provide you with detailed advice via email.

1) Are you comfortable with unassisted pull-ups, dips or vertical knee raises (hanging reverse crunches)? Should you feel that any of these exercises would not benefit you without weighted assistance, then you would be much more comfortable on an assisted power tower. Once your strength grows, you can always disengage the resistance and workout without counterweights should you choose an assisted power tower.

            -Proform Assisted Power Tower PFBE1716

            -Weider Club 390 WEBE2998

2) If you are comfortable with unassisted exercises, let us move on in outlining the best tower for you. What is the range of weights that individuals using the unit possess?

      a) up to 250 lbs.

            -EF-4432

            -TKO 6150

      b) up to 275 lbs.

            -Best Fitness BFVK10

      c) up to 300 lbs.

            -Body Solid PVKC83X

            -Body Solid GDIP59

            -Weider Club 290 WEBE1998

            -Body Solid GVKR60

            -Body Solid GVKR82

            -EF-7617

            -Yukon CDL-153

            -Body Solid Fusion FCD

3) What is the maximum height that is logical given the size of the room where the tower will be used? Be sure to account for your own head and shoulder proportions.

      a) less that 81” (no pullup station)

            -Body Solid GDIP59

            -Body Solid GVKR60

            -Yukon Commercial COM-VKR

      b) up to 81”

            -Body Solid PVKC83X

      c) up to 82”

            -Body Solid GVKR82

            -Body Solid FCD

      d) up to 83”

            -Best Fitness BFVK10

            -Yukon CDL-153

      e) up to 84”

            -Weider Club 290 WEBE1998

      f) up to 86”

            -TKO 6150

4) What exercises are important for you?

      a) pull-ups

            -EF-4432

            -Body Solid PVKC83X

            -Best Fitness BFVK10

            -TKO 6150

            -Weider Club 290 WEBE1998

            -Body Solid GVKR82

            -EF-7617

            -Yukon CDL-153

            -Body Solid Fusion FCD

      b) vertical knee raises/hanging leg lifts/hanging reverse crunches

            -EF-4432

            -Body Solid PVKC83X

            -Best Fitness BFVK10

            -TKO 6150

            -Weider Club 290 WEBE1998

            -Body Solid GVKR60

            -Body Solid GVKR82

            -EF-7617

            -Yukon CDL-153

            -Body Solid Fusion FCD

            -Yukon Commercial COM-VKR

      c) dips

            -EF-4432

            -Body Solid PVKC83X

            -Best Fitness BFVK10

            -TKO 6150

            -Body Solid GDIP59

            -Weider Club 290 WEBE1998

            -Body Solid GVKR60

            -Body Solid GVKR82             

            -EF-7617

            -Yukon CDL-153

            -Body Solid Fusion FCD

            -Yukon Commercial COM-VKR

      d) pushups

            -EF-4432

            -Body Solid PVKC83X

            -Best Fitness BFVK10

            -TKO 6150

            -Weider Club 290 WEBE1998

            -Body Solid GVKR82

            -EF-7617

            -Yukon CDL-153

5) Would the unit be used in a commercial setting? Any power tower we carry would be great for residential usage.

      a) for commercial/light commercial usage, one of the following would be appropriate:

            -Body Solid GDIP59

            -Body Solid GVKR60

            -Body Solid GVKR82

            -EF-7617

            -Body Solid Fusion FCD

            -Yukon Commercial COM-VKR

This data is subject to change without notice. Some items may be altered or not currently available but all efforts are made to keep this document up to date.

How can I choose the correct treadmill for my needs?

The best way to choose a treadmill is to answer each of the following questions to determine the specifications that you need and then review the suggested models listed on each step.

If you would prefer a Bayou Fitness agent assist you personally, please answer the numbered questions and paste those numbered answers into an email. Simply send this to sales@total-trainer.com with the subject line “Choosing a Treadmill” and a trained Sales agent will provide you with detailed advice via email within two business days.

1) Will the unit be used in a residential or commercial setting?

a) If the unit will be used in a commercial setting, look at the Lamar L-1300 or the LifeSpan PRO5.

b) If the unit will be used in a residential setting, all of the treadmills we carry would be appropriate.

2) What are the weight capacities of the users that will workout on the treadmill?

a) For users up to 250 lbs., any treadmill that we carry would be appropriate.

b) For any users up to 275 lbs., the following treadmills would be appropriate:

      -HealthRider H 120 HMTL39906

-LifeSpan TR1000

c) For any users up to 300 lbs., the following treadmills would be appropriate:

-Epic 450 MX EPTL09605

-ProForm 9.0 Competitor PFTL99007

-Best Fitness BFT1

-Best Fitness BFT2

-Lamar L-1300

-Kettler Verso TX3 7883-090

d) For any users up to 325 lbs., the following treadmill would be appropriate:

-Epic 600 MX EPTL12605

e) For any users up to 350 lbs., the following treadmills would be appropriate:

            -Epic T60 EPTL81804

            -LifeSpan TR2000

            -LifeSpan TR3000

            -LifeSpan TR4000i

      f) For any users up to 400 lbs., the following treadmill would be appropriate:

            -LifeSpan PRO5

3) What type of workouts will be done on the unit?

a) For walking only, a belt less than 55” would be fine, such as:

      -Stamina InMotion T3000 45-1003

            -Cadence CT 4.8 WLTL243080

            -Cadence GTX WLTL29508

            -HealthRider H 120 HMTL39906

            -Best Fitness BFT1

            -Best Fitness BFT2

            -Yukon T-650

b) For walking, jogging and running or any combination of the three, the following treadmills would be appropriate

-Epic 450 MX EPTL09605

-ProForm 9.0 Competitor PFTL99007

-Epic 600 MX EPTL12605

-Lamar L-1300

-LifeSpan TR1000

-Epic T60 EPTL81804

-LifeSpan TR2000

-LifeSpan TR3000

-Kettler Verso TX3 7883-090

-LifeSpan TR4000i

            -LifeSpan PRO5

4) What unique features are important to you? We offer treadmills that carry the following features. Treadmills that we carry that have these features are listed below the feature.

a) Step Counter or Walking specific programs

-LifeSpan TR2000

-LifeSpan TR3000

-LifeSpan TR4000i

b) Chest Strap Capable

-Epic 450 MX EPTL09605 [not included]

-ProForm 9.0 Competitor PFTL99007 [not included]

-Epic 600 MX EPTL12605 [not included]

-Lamar L-1300 [included]

-Epic T60 EPTL81804 [not included]

-Yukon T-660 [included]

-Kettler Verso TX1 7882-090 [not included]

-Kettler Verso TX3 7883-090 [not included]

-LifeSpan TR4000i [included]

            -LifeSpan PRO5 [included]

c) Cooling Fan

-Epic 450 MX EPTL09605

-Epic 600 MX EPTL12605

-Kettler Verso TX3 7883-090

            -LifeSpan PRO5

d) Stereo or Input Jack for CD/portable music player integration

-LifeSpan TR4000i

e) Motivational RaceTrack or other goal setting applications

            -Cadence GTX WLTL29508

-ProForm 9.0 Competitor PFTL99007

-Best Fitness BFT1

-Best Fitness BFT2

-LifeSpan TR2000

-LifeSpan TR3000

f) Body Mass Analysis or program integration

      -Best Fitness BFT1

-LifeSpan TR1000

-LifeSpan TR2000

-LifeSpan TR3000

            -LifeSpan PRO5

g) Digital Competition Goals

-ProForm 9.0 Competitor PFTL99007

h) Folding Assistance such as gas or shock assist

-Epic 450 MX EPTL09605

-Epic 600 MX EPTL12605

-Best Fitness BFT1

-Best Fitness BFT2

-LifeSpan TR1000

-LifeSpan TR2000

-Kettler Verso TX1 7882-090

-LifeSpan TR3000

-Kettler Verso TX3 7883-090

-LifeSpan TR4000i

i) iFit Technology or capability

-ProForm 9.0 Competitor PFTL99007

-Epic T60 EPTL81804

5) Are workout programs important? We offer treadmills that include customizable/user, heart rate specific, speed, incline or decline, step count, 5K/10K goal, weight loss, distance, endurance, performance, distance training and walking programs. Each ad will outline the programs included. The only treadmill that we carry that has no preset programs is the Stamina InMotion T3000 45-1003.

6) What speed range is important?

      a) Manual (no motor)

            -Stamina InMotion T300 45-1003

      b) Up to 7 MPH

            -Best Fitness BFT1

      c) Up to 8 MPH
            -Cadence CT 4.8 WLTL243080

d) Up to 10 MPH

            -Cadence GTX WLTL29508

            -HealthRider H 120 HMTL39906

            -Epic 450 MX EPTL09605

            -Best Fitness BFT2

            -Lamar L-1300

            -LifeSpan TR1000

            -LifeSpan TR2000

            -Yukon T-660

            -Kettler Verso TX1 7882-090

e) Up to 11 MPH

-Kettler Verso TX3 7883-090

f) Up to 12 MPH

-ProForm 9.0 Competitor PFTL99007

-Epic 600 MX EPTL12605

-Epic T60 EPTL81804

-Yukon T-650

-LifeSpan TR3000

-LifeSpan TR4000i

            -LifeSpan PRO5

7) What incline range is important to you?

a) Manual, up to 9%

            -Cadence CT 4.8 WLTL243080

-Cadence GTX WLTL29508

b) Console powered, up to 10% or 10 levels

      -HealthRider H 120 HMTL39906

      -Yukon T-650

-LifeSpan TR2000

-Yukon T-660

c) Console powered, up to 12% or 12 levels

-Epic 450 MX EPTL09605

-ProForm 9.0 Competitor PFTL99007

-Epic 600 MX EPTL12605

-Best Fitness BFT1

-Best Fitness BFT2

-Lamar L-1300

-LifeSpan TR1000

-Epic T60 EPTL81804

-Kettler Verso TX1 7882-090

-Kettler Verso TX3 7883-090

d) Console powered, up to 15% or 15 levels

-LifeSpan TR3000

-LifeSpan TR4000i

            -LifeSpan PRO5

8) Are you interested in decline capabilities? The LifeSpan TR2000 offers five decline settings.

9) Is the ability to fold and then move the treadmill an important feature? The only treadmills we carry that are conventional (i.e. that does not fold) are the following. All others fold and have transport wheels for easy movement.

a) Lamar L-1300

b) LifeSpan PRO5

This data is subject to change without notice. Some items may be altered or not currently available but all efforts are made to keep this document up to date.

This is almost always a case of captured funds. This simply means that when you attempted your order initially, your bank declined some of the data that was provided (billing address, billing name, expiration date or CVV2 code). The funds are “captured” from your available balance when you begin placing the order with the expectation of the charge being approved. Since the data that is entered must match the information on record with your credit/debit card company, they cannot approve the charge if the data is incorrect. These funds will remain held from the available balance in your account approximately 3-5 business/banking days or however long your bank’s policy requires. This is a policy of your bank, not Bayou Fitness. If the charge declined for incorrect information, Bayou Fitness does not have your money or any order for that specific transaction. You can always verify with your bank that the funds are “captured” by phoning the number on the back of your card and asking this specific question. Since Bayou Fitness does not have your funds in a case such as this and these policies are those of banking institutions and not Bayou Fitness, unfortunately there is not anything we can do to change the issue.