Most people are aware of the Schwinn name in fitness, and find many of their products to be synonymous with quality and a better workout. The Schwinn 438 Elliptical Trainer is yet another example of how true that belief is. This elliptical has a broad range of workout programs that are pre-programmed in, so it is perfect for someone that is just starting a workout routine or for someone that is already established in a workout regime. The programs are also customizable. The oversize frame stabilizers are an added bonus on this trainer. Because of these, it can withstand weights up to 300 lbs.

When choosing a workout regimen on the Schwinn 438, there are many options to choose from. Boredom will not factor in while using this machine. The manual program lets you design our own program. There also 10 Profile programs, ranging from easy to difficult, depending on the resistance. There are 3 Heart Rate Control Programs. There is also a Time Trial Program, a Fitness Test, a Calorie Goal Program and a Recovery Program. This elliptical can even provide a person’s Body Mass Index (BMI), which is yet another useful tool when embarking on a fitness program. Altogether, this elliptical has 16 resistance levels and 24 programs. This is one of the reasons that makes it such an all-around good trainer.

The Schwinn 438 is a great tool to be used for cardio inside the home. It is designed for getting results while maintaining comfort at the same time. The computer console is easy to read and features a magazine rack along with an adjustable fan. The console’s backlit display is designed to exhibit all the information that is pertinent to a workout. It includes the current program being used, the resistance level, time and interval time. It will also show the revolutions per minute (RPMs), the watts (the power produced at the current rate), distance, speed, heart rate and calories that are being burned. Special attention to all of those factors is very important to make sure those workout goals are being met and that overexertion or under exertion aren’t distorting the workout. The foot pedals are open ended and have a fair amount of padding to ensure comfort during the workout. The stride length is 18 inches.

The Schwinn 438 elliptical trainer can be used for a lower body workout or full body workout to attain even better results. Heart rate and pulse information can be given as long as the chest strap is on, or the hands are positioned correctly on the synchronized handlebars. The computer can keep track of up to 4 users. It can save 2 programs per user, which is an added bonus, considering it doesn’t have to be reprogrammed for every user. Because of its size, it can fit conveniently into many different areas of the home. Its comprehensive ability to keep track of all significant workout data makes it a very important workout tool.

Conclusion

Ease of programming and even changing the speed, intensity and resistance level during a workout makes this elliptical an all-over great buy. The built in wheels lets a single person position it on any flat surface, then can be tucked away easily when not in use. The Schwinn 438 Elliptical Trainer makes all-over fitness and great cardio health attainable for a broad range of people.