HCI Fitness PhysioStep Recumbent Elliptical with Swivel Seat

I put this machine in my gym to offer variety in my clients'' workout options. I love the swivel seat as it helps my physically limited individuals'' ease of mounting. The handlebars are not calibrated to the resistance setting on the pedals like a NuStep; the bars move at the speed of pedal movement. If speed is goal of client, it is difficult to hold on to the handlebars as they are moving too fast and without resistance. I feel like I''m holding on for dear life! They are in the way when seat is swiveled. BUT most important is safety. Due to liability concerns, when I educate a client about using this machine, I stress that they CANNOT lean or reach for something outside the boundaries of the handles. The injury could be serious. Ofttimes, I remove the handles entirely and eliminate the risk. Believe it or not, I love the workout it provides for the legs. Too bad the upper body misses out.

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