Introducing the CardioWave - Technogym's latest fitness sensation
Thornbury and Kingswood Bridges have just had the latest Technogym equipment installed. Following their recent refurbishments both now offer state of the art cardio facilities in relaxing modern surroundings. Both clubs now include the CardioWave, Technogym's latest fitness product.
For over 40 years cardio exercise has been performed using machines that permit working out on a single plane of movement. CardioWave enables performing the exercise on 3 planes of movement at the same time for a new, effective and fun workout.
Fitness... cardiovascular... weights... resistance... What a horrible set of words, some even sound painful! They aren't, of course. Lots of people are put off by the thought of coming into a Health Club precisely because of words like these, so we think it's a good idea to tell you a little about what they mean and what's so great about them.
All our equipment is made by a company called Technogym. In the last two or three years there have been significant improvements to make them easier to use, much more comfortable and also to work better for your body
Cardiovascular Equipment
Treadmills to run on, bikes to cycle, rowing machines and cross-trainers (we'll come back to them) are all designed to work your lungs and increase your heart rate while toning muscles. They are excellent for overall fitness improvements, calorie (fat) burning and improving stamina. They are the backbone of the club.
Our Cardio equipment comes with built-in touch screen TVs so you can watch your favourite show or music station while you train. You'll be able to see what your heart rate is at any time, how many calories you've burned etc.
Cross-trainers are special pieces of equipment that are somewhere between jogging machines, rowers and skis. They get you fit without ‘pounding' your knees and ankles, but gliding - it's smooth and has really low impact.
Resistance Equipment
These are individual bits of kit that you use to work your muscles. Each machines uses systems to help you lift, pull, push weights. The best thing is they make it really safe and easy. You can have small weights to heavier ones, with just the flick of a switch. If you want to see your arms a little tighter and toned then these will do this for you. We also have some pieces to give you that perfect tummy too.
Free-Weights
Some people prefer to use weights they can hold themselves, these are the more traditional dumbbells and bars. The more serious trainers find them perfect, but you can do everything you need without needing to use these if they seem a bit too much for you.
It's a constant worry for us that the equipment can seem so daunting. We, and all those people who come and use them, know they are excellent, simple and fun to use. The best thing is to come in and see for yourself. We'll be with you every step of the way.
