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"ProForm GL 105 Upright Bike Review"


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Proform GL 105

The Proform Gl 105 upright bike ($449.99) is one of the better upright bikes for under $500.00. The Proform GL 105 provides outstanding back support With an adjustable, ergonomic seat. The seat is fully adjustable and provides a comfortable ride that allows you to customize your pedaling position for optimal comfort.

The Proform GL 105 uses electromagnetic resistance so it is super quiet. The electro magnetic resistance system controls your workouts and provides an easy, smooth ride. Electromagnetic resistance system provides smooth, quiet resistance for a variety of workouts.

The Proform GL 105 also uses EKG Grip Pulse training, and 6 preset programs. Simply grab the handle bars and presto, you get your heart rate. The GL 105 upright bike provides a workout that can be customized to your personal tastes. The large LCD display is easy to read, and self-leveling pedals always stay in the proper position. The GL 105 also comes with a race program and cardiovasular course. The competition-based program provides you with added motivation. The cardiovascular course allows you to increases the level of cardiovascular fitness in your workout.

As with most Proform recumbent exercise bikes, the VR 980 comes with EKG grip pulse sensors in the handle bars. Pretty neat little invention. No more having to manually read your pulse. The VR 900 does it for you.

Here's what you get:

-Heart rate monitor. An easy and convenient way to measure your heart rate by just placing your hands on the crossbar to get an accurate heart rate readout

-Heart rate controlled workout. Workout intensity increases and decreases according to your desired heart rate range

-Silent magnetic resistance. A smooth and frictionless resistance system that allows you to adjust your workout intensity according to your target specific goals

-Race program. This competition-based program provides you with added motivation

-Cardiovascular Course. This program increases the level of cardiovascular fitness in your workout

-Display. LCD - Crisp and clear display that is easy-to-read

-Time readout. Displays the amount of time that you have been riding

-Calories burned readout. Shows the number of energy calories that were burned

-Fat calories readout. Displays the number of fat calories that were burned

-Resistance readout. Shows the level of resistance you are riding against

-Pulse readout. Keeps track of your heart rate for training in your target heart rate zone

-Adjustable seat. The adjustable feature allows you to customize your pedaling position for optimal comfort

-Adjustable handlebars. Enables you to adjust the handlebars for a more customized ride

-Toe straps. Helps to keep your feet in the proper riding position

-CoolAire Workout Fan. A fan is built directly into the console, you'll stay cool and get more from your workout

-Adjustable upright. The adjustable upright provides a more comfortable workout for a variety of users and encourages proper form

-Reading rack included

Construction

Steel construction with a weight capacity of 250 pounds.

Overall, the ProForm GL 105 upright bike is a fantastic bike. I have no problem recommending this bike. You get a great bike loaded with fantastic features.

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