Bodyguard R45

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Features of the Bodyguard R-45 Recumbent Bike

K2 ELECTROMAGNETIC RESISTANCE SYSTEM – The Bodyguard R-45 Recumbent Bike offers a premium grade K2 Electromagnetic Resistance System with numerous advantages over alternative systems such as “servo motor” or “eddy current” that rely on magnets that physically move to adjust resistance levels.

Firstly, the K2 electromagnetic system on the Bodyguard R-45 Recumbent Bike is fixed and has no moving parts, which greatly enhances reliability and durability. It also offers a much wider range of resistance, allowing the same piece of equipment to be suitable for rehab work as well as strength training. Another great advantage is the instant resistance changes as the K2 system can go immediately from Level 1 to Level 20 simply by changing the electricity strength where as alternative systems rely on a motor to gradually move the magnets making them not suitable for anaerobic interval training. Finally, the K2 Electromagnetic System is silent and does not emit annoying buzzing noises each time the servo motors adjusts the resistance like some models do.

SILICONE KEYS – Silicone Keys offer many advantages over standard membrane or plastic keys such as being more responsive, durable and reliable. As a result, Bodyguard Fitness uses Silicone Keys on the main keypad on all our equipment. These principle keys are the ones used most often, especially during exercise, and are prone to wearing out if an unsuitable material is used. With Silicone Keys a user gets a response even if they just catch the edge of the key, which is very common when in the middle of workout with the heart pounding. And because Silicone Keys do not crack over time, your console will continue performing like new long into the future.

DIGITAL CONTACT HEART RATE – Bodyguard’s Digital Contact Heart Rate Sensors offer far more accurate Heart Rate readings than standard analog sensors. Also, our dual sensor plates provide improved contact readings, which is a big advantage for users who traditionally get intermediate contact heart rate readings due to “soft” pulses in the hands.

HEART RATE CONTROL PROGRAMS – The Bodyguard R-45 Recumbent Bike offers a range of fully customizable Heart Rate Control programs ideal for both beginners and advanced users that will help maximize the results from each and every workout. From fixed Target Heart Rate workouts to Heart Rate Interval Training (only available on certain models) that moves the user through various zones there is something for everyone no matter the exercise level.

Working out in a specific heart rate zone that suits your training needs is a great way to ensure you are not under training or over training, both of which can greatly limit your ability to meet your fitness goals. After selecting the desired workout zone or zones in the case of Heart Rate Interval workouts, users may fine-tune their selection by both % of Maximum Heart Rate or by selecting an exact Target Heart Rate value within that zone.

TARGET WATTS PROGRAMMING – This unique program allows the user to set a target output of wattage they wish to constantly achieve. The Bodyguard R-45 Recumbent Bike console will then constantly adjust the resistance as the stride rate changes so that they always are producing the targeted wattage output. That way, if the user slows down there stride rate then the console will automatically increase the resistance so that the targeted wattage is maintained. Alternatively, if the stride rate increases causing the wattage to go above the target then the resistance will be reduced to offset the change in stride rate. It’s for this reason that Target watts is known as an “anti-cheat” program because once set, if a user gets a little lazy and reduces their effort then the console will automatically increase the resistance so you have to achieve your target. The Target Watts program is a great alternative to Heart Rate Training for people who do not like to wear the chest straps. Simply set the Target Watts to a level that achieves your desired heart rate and the unit will then keep you there for the entirety of the workout.

Console Features of the Bodyguard R-45 Recumbent Bike

ALPHANUMERIC MESSAGE CENTER – Situated below the profile the 16-character alphanumeric message center shows menu information, workout parameters during and after a workout as well as maintenance and error data when necessary.

INCREASE/DECREASE LEVEL – Pressing these keys allows you to select the programs and parameters prior to each exercise and also allows you to modify the level of difficulty of a program during the workout.

INCREASE/DECREASE SEGMENT – Pressing these keys allows you to select the programs and parameters prior to each exercise and also allows you to modify a particular segment’s resistance during the workout. These keys will also be used to navigate through the SETTINGS and DIAGNOSTICS menus.