
Spirit Esprit EL-455 20-Inch Stride Elliptical Trainer
Spirit EL-455 Elliptical Trainer
The Spirit EL-455 Elliptical Trainer is among the smoothest front drive elliptical trainers currently on the market.
The dual action trainer provides a 20” stride and wealth of features including a backlit LCD, 3-position adjustable pedals, multiple user option and magnetic resistance system for friction free pedaling.
The Spirit Esprit EL-455 also provides a sturdy and stable steel frame with extra-large cushioned pedals for a smooth and comfortable ride with a maximum user capacity of 350 lbs., making it ideal for everyone.
Spirit Esprit EL-455 – Top Features
Heavy Duty Elliptical
Spirit EL-455 uses health club level commercial bearings and premium bushings for fluid motion and on top of that it comes with a great 30-pound heavy-duty flywheel that assures smooth workout.
3-Position Pedal Angles
The 3 position adjustable pedals are ideal for multiple users. Set the pedals for multiple users or adjust them to help relieve fatigue while working out for intense periods of time.
20 Resistance Levels
Maximize performance and workout intensity by increasing workouts in stages with up to 20 different levels of intensity that provide a great variety of workouts for different fitness levels.
Hand Grip Pulse Sensors Heart Rate Monitoring
Monitor heart rate and keep track of target heart rate and fitness goals with a hand grip pulse monitor mounted to handlebars to keep safe and ensure effective workouts.
Extra Large Self-Leveling Pedals
Pedals are large and cushioned for maximum comfort and utility during workouts.
Add-Ons
Comes with audio jack for your MP3 player and reasonably good quality speakers
Spirit EL-455 – Video Review
Spirit EL-455 vs. Top 5 Performers in “Under $1,000” Category
ELLIPTICAL TRAINER Horizon EX-59 Schwinn 470 Nautilus E616 Sole E25 Stamina 55-1610
RATING Winner 1st Runner Up Top 5 Performer Top 5 Performer COMPARED
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USD PRICE $799 $799 $899 $999 $99
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VISIT SITE VISIT SITE VISIT SITE VISIT SITE VISIT SITE
GRADE Home Home Home Home Home
UPPER BODY WORK YES YES YES YES NO
FLYWHEEL 14.3 lbs 25 lbs
RESISTANCE LEVELS 16 25 25 20 Turn of a knob
RESISTANCE TYPE Magnetic Magnetic Magnetic Magnetic Mechanic
INCLINE NO YES
0° - 10°
MotorizedYES
0 to 11%
motorized inclineYES
20 levels of power inclineNO
STRIDE LENGTH 18" 20" 20" 20"-22" Power Adjustable N/A
PROGRAMS 10 29 29 10 0
COOLING FAN YES YES
3 speedYES
3 SpeedYES NO
FOLDING NO NO NO NO NO
MAX. USER WEIGHT 275 lbs 300 lbs 300 lbs 350 lbs 250 lbs
HEART RATE CONTROL YES
Contact HR sensorYES
Contact HR sensorYES
Contact HR sensor, telemetry enabledYES
Contact HR sensorNO
DISPLAY TYPE AND FUNCTIONS 4.5" yellow-green LCD display with Time, distance, speed, calories, heart rate, program level and watts workout feedback SchwinnConnect™ 2 LCD window System
Main: 3.0” X 5.0” Blue backlit + Secondary: 1.0” X 5.0” Blue backlit + Quickeys 5 for incline and 5 for resistance Dual track blue-backlit LCD display with 1 quick start, 12 profile, 9 heart Rate, 2 Fitness test, 1 recovery test and 4 custom programs Vibrant 6.5-inch blue LCD display tracks time, distance, calories, and resistance + built-in speakers for listening to your iPod or MP3 player Electronic fitness monitor displays: strides per minute, total strides, exercise time, and calories burned or scans all stats
ADDITIONAL FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS Low distance between pedals. Low, 10-inch step-on height. The StraightUP™ keeps your body upright for maximum comfort
Sonic Surround™ speakers with MP3 player input, water bottle holder, reading rack, accessories tray10 degree motorized ramp range with quick keys. 4 user settings and goal tracking. Integrated transport wheels, media tray, water bottle. USB charging, Data export to Schwinn connect. Great acoustic chamber for clear sound system. Supports Nautilus Connect™ portal, the Nautilus Trainer™ app and MyFitnessPal, Bluetooth connectivity, USB charging port, data export, performance tracking, Media shelf, Transport wheels Power incline for additional resistance and positions, iPod and MP3 ready,
2 degree inward adjustable Pedals, 15-inch pedals, water bottle holderBasic portable trainer
Steel frame construction
Adjustable resistance
Large, non-slip pedals
Operates both in forward or reverse directions
DIMENTIONS 68.2 x 22 x 64.6 inches
(L x W x H)70 x 28 x 71 inches
(L x W x H)70 x 28 x 71 inches
(L x W x H)67.5 x 30 x 17.5 inches
(W x H x D)20 by 12 inches
UNIT WEIGHT 169 lbs 231 lbs 173 lbs 198 lbs 36 lbs
WARRANTY Lifetime on frame
1 year on parts and labor10 years on the frame
2 years on mechanical parts
1 year on electrical parts
90 days on labor10 year frame
2 year parts
1 year electronics
90 days laborFrame / Brake: Lifetime
Parts / Electronics: 3 Years
Labor: 1 Year (In-Home)1 year frame
90 days parts
ELLIPTICAL TRAINER Horizon Fitness EX-59 Schwinn 470 Nautilus E616 Sole Fitness E25 Stamina 55-1610
COMPARE 5 Best Elliptical Trainers Under $1500 in 2022
Sole E35 Best Fitness E1 Xterra Free Style 5.8e Sole E55 Schwinn 450
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Product Description
The Esprit EL455 is a top rated elliptical trainer with new features including articulating pedals that adjust to accommodate workout fatigue.
Developed with the help of research performed by leading rehabilitation experts, the EL455 helps reduce stress on the muscle groups in the lower body including on the calves and ankles.
Offers a 20” stride length, self-leveling and cushioned pedals, 20 different resistance levels and an extra-large backlit LCD display.
The Spirit Esprit EL-455 also features speakers and a jack so that you can easily enjoy favorite tunes on your MP3 player.
The Word on the Street
The Spirit Esprit EL-455 is one of the most popular elliptical machines on the market with a smooth feel thanks to a heavy flywheel and adjustable footpads. The 20” stride is convenient and the elliptical itself large enough to accommodate tall users.
- “The machine is attractive, movable, silent, and heavy duty. Trust me… this is a great machine and an incredible value. We are going to cancel our gym membership and save money. You can’t go wrong.” – Lawrence Sutherland
- “Thank you Spirit for building a competent and awesome machine. Best purchase ever!” – Law men.
- “Wow what a machine. I bought this machine expecting good but got great.” – Mike
What You’ll Like about Spirit EL-455 Elliptical
- 30-pound heavy-duty flywheel
- Smooth ride
- Quiet operation
- Easy to assemble
- Wide and solid foot rest
- Simple and functional controls
What You May Not Like about Spirit Esprit EL-455
- No incline capability
- Very heavy
Summary
The Spirit Esprit El-455 is an excellent elliptical trainer for home users, offering many different options.
Built as solid as a rock, this machine offers smooth performance and it offers quality that feels close to a gym-level machine.
Spirit EL-455 offers a good price-performance and it is an excellent choice if you want a non-impact workout both for your upper and lower body. Suitable to meet various fitness goals and therefore can be used both for athletes and beginners.
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