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As part of a long-term replacement plan, the 55th Force Support Squadron recently purchased 50 pieces of equipment including three new alternative machines for their inventory.
The idea is to give customers additional, more modern, options to select from in order to maintain their physical readiness for the mission.
All within the cardio and resistance training category, the new alternative pieces operate just a little different from the standard older models. They consist of a self-powered treadmill, a water rowing machine and an adaptive motion elliptical machine.
“(The new treadmills) have no motor,” said Staff Sgt. George Edwards, 55th FSS fitness specialist. “All the power comes from the running motion making (them) more environmentally friendly.”
The treadmill requires the user to run and the speed is determined by how much force is used. It is designed to enable a more fluid movement in which the runner uses their natural gate. This encourages users to effectively pace themselves.
“In addition, the ergonomic design encourages a ball of the foot mid foot strike improving running technique,” Edwards said. “The treadmill uses a partially suspended track system providing lower impact running.”
The water rowing machine uses water for resistance instead of air like its predecessors.
“The water resistance allows for a smoother and more natural movement and without any mechanical gears it makes this machine lower in maintenance care and cost,” said Master Sgt. Jacob Downing, 55th FSS sports and fitness section chief.
The third new piece of cardio equipment is an adaptive motion elliptical. Unlike traditional machines, which only allow for one stride length and sets workout parameters, this piece has three separate stride lengths, allowing for a more controlled feel during a workout. Along with the enhanced elliptical motion, the machine allows for stair stepping and sprinting with minimal impact.
“These machines will increase anyone’s overall fitness better than the older machines,” Downing said. “They will Increase their awareness of their muscle movements, their running and sprinting abilities and, best of all, they will be easier on the body and decrease impact injuries. I encourage members to get out and try these machines and get comfortable with them. They may find it awkward at first, but if they keep with it they will see incredible results.”
| Date Taken: | 02.27.2019 |
| Date Posted: | 02.27.2019 15:26 |
| Story ID: | 312144 |
| Location: | OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, NEBRASKA, US |
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