The Octane Advantage

The Octane Advantage

Why are Octane ellipticals consistently the best selling ellipticals in their class? Use these links to download important studies that highlight the Octane Advantage for those who want to "do their homework".

Training for Ultimate Results with CROSS CiRCUIT™

Octane Fitness is wholly committed to building better workouts on its premium elliptical cross trainers so that exercisers achieve optimal results and reach their goals. The new, industry-first CROSS CiRCUIT presents exercisers with progressive, customizable regimens that provide multiple benefits beyond those offered with traditional, steady state elliptical programs. Exclusive to Octane ellipticals, the novel CROSS CiRCUIT workouts combine cardio training on the elliptical with periodic intervals of rigorous strength-training movements off the machine. Exercisers select from four programs: Lower Body Blast, Upper Body Blast, Total Body Blast and Core Focus.

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Advantages of the xRide™ Seated Elliptical

The seated elliptical - the xRide by Octane Fitness - is a new exercise modality that delivers the advantages of traditional standing elliptical cross trainers, including total-body, low-impact cardiovascular workouts - but in a supported, seated position. Nothing on the market today compares to the xRide.

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Elliptical vs. Repetitive Reciprocal Motion

Compared to repetitive reciprocal motion machines, Octane ellipticals offer safer, more biomechanically correct, continuous motion which fosters a better feel and leads to greater exertion and longer workout duration for maximum conditioning and results.

Consider some of the limitations of repetitive reciprocal machines, and compare them to Octane ellipticals...

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Octane Ellipticals: Biomechanically Superior

Based on precise biomechanical analysis, Octane Fitness elliptical cross trainers are designed with exacting ergonomics to deliver exceptionally effective, safe, comfortable and efficient exercise. A recent independent analysis of ellipticals demonstrates that Octane machines are biomechanically superior to competitors.

Here's why...

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Speed & Incline vs. Resistance & Total Body Engagement

As the elliptical cross trainer category becomes increasingly competitive, marketing claims are sometimes made that do not have scientific basis. One example is that speed is the main determinant of an effective workout, so exercisers should move as fast as they can on ellipticals, using the legs only and engaging a high ramp/incline. According to this theory, using the upper-body handles is not recommended since they simply slow down the legs.

Learn the facts, based on the principles of exercise physiology and biomechanics, which counter this erroneous assertion...

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Innovations in Moving Handlebars

Many people prefer elliptical cross trainers because they benefit from an upper-body workout at the same time that they are working their lower body. However, it is important to realize that the design and the motion of the handlebars play a critical role in the comfort and effectiveness of workouts.

Only Octane Fitness has completely transformed moving handlebars on ellipticals with its unparalleled innovations. Read how...

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