Stamina Body Trac Glider 1050 is more compact than many of its competitors, at just under 24 inches wide and 46 inches long. Not only that, but it has a nicely foldable framework which makes storage a cinch. So as well as a small footprint while you’re working out, it can be stored out of sight too. If you’re stuck for space in your home, it is one of the best possible choices when it comes to a rowing machine.

The rower folds away to a space of 49 1/2 x 11 3/4 x 9 1/2 inches. The machine has a weight capacity of 250 pounds. This means that for a machine of its size, it can sustain quite a big person – and those who want to lose weight but are cramped for space at home have no excuses.

Unlike other machines of its size, it actually mimics the water sport and is a good trainer for outdoors rowing. Its complexity means that it targets more than just the standards abs and arms of other rowers too. So whether you’re in training as a rower, or you simply need a machine on which to work out that doesn’t punish you excessively for riding out the burn, then this is the one for you.

One year warranty on Stamina Body Trac Glider 1050 Rowing machine

The one year warranty for the frame means that you know that it’s sturdy enough, but that is complemented with a ninety day warranty for the parts. The warranty gives an indication that it’s a good machine.

There is an adjustable resistance that is based on gas shock, which makes it a little smoother than other kinds of friction found on machines of its kind. As with some of its competitors, the display shows a number of details – and each of them changes every six seconds.

Computer monitor on Stamina Body Trac Glider 1050

The monitor displays values for:

• distance,
• time,
• speed,
• stroke count and
• the number of calories burned.

These values change every six seconds, giving you the opportunity to stay motivated between each one.

As a machine in itself, it is perfect for a standalone device. However, it is also a terrific machine if you need to travel with it, as it folds away very neatly.

It has a monitor that displays stroke count and the number of calories that you have burned during the course of your training. Alongside that, you’re given a stroke count too so that you can see how much work you have to put in order to burn those calories at a given resistance level. The rowing machine is designed to work on strengthening the back.

However, it also gives the low-impact workout by exploiting the major muscle groups, including the arms, legs, the abdominals and the buttocks. It comprises steel with an aluminium core and parts. The ball bearing system has alongside it a resistible set of arms that imitate the rowing motion you would get on the water. You can be sure to get a good cardiovascular workout on the Stamina Body Trac Glider 1050.

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