*MHR = maximal heart rate. To calculate yours, proceed to our “Tools” section and then, to “Target Heart Rate.” By entering your age in years, you’ll obtain a maximum heart rate. You should not exceed this rate. Below the number calculated will be two other heart rates. The first is a minimal, which is based on 70% of the maximum rate. The second is a maximal, which is based on 90% of your maximum rate. Maintaining your workout at a level between 70-90% of the maximum will give you optimal workout results.

To calculate other rates such as 80% of your MHR or Target Heart Rate, simple multiply your maximum by the fraction of the percent you are attempting to calculate. For example, if your MHR is 195 then, 195 x 0.80 = 156.

Most programs come in 2-4 week modules, up to 12 weeks in length. Each is designed especially for you based on your own fitness and health goals. And, we cater all the way up to professional athletes including those in the NFL, Olympics, NBA, MLB, NHL, etc. Dr. Tindall (our founder) has trained numerous elite athletes and continues to do so on a one-on-one basis. He also developed the first astronaut exercise training protocol for NASA for deep space travel. Imagine what he can do for you.

Day 1

Warm-Up Exercises
Mixture of Calisthenics (5 minutes)
Stationary Bike (moderate pace – 5 minutes)

Core Exercises

70% MHR* Arm Ergometry (7 minutes)

80% MHR Power Walking (10 minutes)
75% MHR Rowing Machine (10 minutes)

Warm-Down Exercises

Treadmill (easy stride – 5 to 10 minutes)

Day 2

Warm-Up Exercises

Treadmill (slow pace – 8 minutes)

Elliptical Trainer (moderate pace – 5 minutes)

Core Exercises

90% MHR* Stair Stepper (5 minutes)

80% MHR Treadmill (10 minutes)

Warm-Down Exercises

Stationary Bike (easy stride – 5 to 8 minutes)

5-8

Day 3

Warm-Up Exercises

Stationary Bike (moderate pace – 8 minutes)

Core Exercises

75% MHR* Elliptical Stepper (35 minutes)

Warm-Down Exercises

Easy Stretching (5 to 8 Minutes)

Day 4

Warm-Up Exercises

Stair Stepper (moderate pace 8 to 10 minutes)

Core Exercises

70% MHR* Recumbent Cycle (15 minutes)

85% MHR Versa Climber (15 minutes)

Warm-Down Exercises

Treadmill (easy stride – 10 minutes)

Day 5

Warm-Up Exercises

Stationary Bike (moderate pace – 8 minutes)

Core Exercises

75% MHR* Jog or Stair Stepper (35 minutes)

Warm-Down Exercises

Easy Stretching (5 to 10 minutes)

We found the climber very user friendly, a big plus. Unlike other pieces of gym equipment such as cross-country skiers and the like, virtually no coordination was required to enable one to use it. The climber starts automatically without any necessary program setting or adjustments such as those found on computerized, stationary bikes. This is because the resistance adjusts itself automatically, in response to individual effort. Additionally, it gives a continuous readout in time, speed, distance, and calories burned, making it easy to keep track of desired statistics.

The Calgym Cardio Climber gives a superior workout to most exercise equipment because it works the entire body. Thus, one gets a total body workout, more muscles are worked in less time, and it’s low impact. It also has the advantage of allowing one to work the lower body only if desired; great for a warm-down exercise if you have limited space or equipment. The Calgym Cardio Climber allows any range of motion up to 67 cm (26.4 inches) thus, unless you’re over about 78 inches in height, you should be able to get a great workout.

In regard to reliability, the equipment is well made from industrial components, requires no external power, little maintenance, and appears very durable. Due to it’s method of construction, the climber gives unlimited range of workout resistance via an air displacement turbine with an adjustable air vent. We rate it 4 stars of 5. It’s a great piece of equipment for the home or gym.

Calgym Cardio Climber