A few months ago I had major abdominal surgery, and therefore was limited in the amount and type of exercise I could do for a few months, and as I was commenced on HRT which is renowned for making you put on a few pounds I was determined to take up some sort of exercise.
While looking through the argos catalogue, I came across the Infiniti Gravity Walker, well I thought this is the machine for me.
My husband decided I could have it as an early Xmas present so off we trotted to Argos and bought the item. It comes flat packed in quite a huge box which we had difficulty getting into the car and also nearly ended up in the divorce courts.
When we got it home and unpacked it we found it is already built up for you and all you have to do is attach the handles, the clock/timer and the foot pedals, and it folds away flat when not in use although you still need quite a large storage area for it. Its size is width 84 diameter 80 and height 125 cm. It cost around £120.00.
The machine itself is a very versatile all in one trainer which increases flexibility and aerobic fitness while targeting the key trouble spots such as hips, thigh, rear and arms. You can adjust the speed and change your stride length and also the resistance level. The clock/timer has 5 functions: (1) shows the total number of strides. (2) the theoretical number of calories burned.(3) the number of strides per minute (4) shows the time and (5) is a mixture of 1 -4.
There are four tension control knobs for all levels of resistance and a digital readout to provide accurate feedback on the status of your workout and level of exertion. It comes with two footplate safety limiters which bolt onto the main frame these help prevent you from stretching too far and losing your balance.
As with most exercise equipment there is a learning curve associated with using the Gravity walker, so they recommend that when you first start to use it that you do not use the dual action handles which are a bit like using a rowing machine. You should use the Fixed safety handles until you get used to the exercise and the balance required to perform the exercises safely.
For people who have a problem finding the time to exercise it can be used while you watch a programme on television. This way instead of becoming a couch potato you can be getting fit. I use the machine for an hour every evening after work.
Since using the machine I have noticed an improvement in my hips, thighs and waist are more toned and I feel much healthier.
There is a maximum body weight for the machine which is 18 stone/ 120 kg. I love this machine and would recommend it to anyone who has limited time for exercising.
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