WNiF Magazine - Spring 2012 Edition | Page 62

WHAT’S NEW IN EQUIPMENT MATRIX STREET STRIDER The World’s First Indoor/Outdoor Elliptical Described as ‘running on air’ the revolutionary StreetStrider combines the benefits of jogging, skiing and cycling, whilst burning an amazing 1000 calories per hour. “This is one exercise product that actually lives up to its billing”, that is a glowing endorsement StreetStrider recently received from the America Council of Exercise. StreetS see in grabb an am while a benefi StreetS for peo are inju a thoro range frames drum b and ca Stand comp wireles It seem revelin benefi Austra Austra WHAT’S NEW IN FITNESS New Matrix Climb Mill 1300 8 www.s Designed for increased user comfort, the ClimbMill features Ergo Form™ grips with integrated pause, stop and resistance controls that make selections easier at any time during the workout. Multiple handrail positions accommodate a wide range of users for increased security. The lower handrail positions aid in user entry/exit of the machine. Matrix Ascent Trainer The Matrix Ascent Trainer is the first piece of equipment to recreate the experience of running uphill or climbing stadium steps. Because increasing the incline also lengthens the stride length, the Ascent Trainer provides a superior range of motion. 1300 786 688 www.matrixfitness.com.au Smartbar ™ The barbell weights system hasn’t changed much in decades. Fastening weight plates onto a bar is slow and cumbersome, and standard plates used on their own are difficult to hold and control. So, Les Mills looked at the whole system and developed a cutting-edge ergonomic design that speeds up plate transitions and helps people maximise their workout. Fast plate changeovers: This is due to a head with retractable teeth (called the ‘gator’) at each end of the SMARTBAR™ that holds up to three weight plates in place. The plates simply slide on the bar and lock into place on the gator. When you need to change plates, you just pull the release lever and slide them off. User-friendly: SMARTBAR™ weight 62 plates have ergono mic handles, making them more like dumbbells, so they are easier to grip, and enable members to be able to handle heavier weights and fatigue their target muscles more efficiently. The weight plate handles allow people to hold two plates in one hand, giving them more options (e.g., instead of jumping from 2.5kg to 5kg they can get there in smaller steps using the 1kg plate), and allowing them to increase their weights sooner and get stronger, faster. Les Mills Whether they’re in a Les Mills BODYPUMP™ class or doing other exercises, your members and instructors will love the simplicity and effectiveness of the Les Mills SMARTBAR™. 1800 633 009 www.hf.com.au WHAT’S NEW IN FITNESS - SPRING 2012