Sci-Fit Upper Body Ergometer

Have you ever seen one of these contraptions at your local gym?

They can look pretty intimidating, but once you get the hang of how to use this cardiovascular piece of equipment you may just like it.

The upper body ergometer used to only be found in places like cardiac rehabilitation units and other facilities specifically built for people who may have compromised cardiopulmonary systems or may not have full use of their legs.

Today, however, many gyms include one or two of them in the cardio section of their facility. You can take advantage of these pieces when you want to get your heart pumping by just using your upper body.

To use the Sci-Fit upper body ergometers just sit down in the seat with good posture and grab hold of the handles. Begin rowing the handles towards or away from your body.

You can really have some fun with this machine by alternating levels of high intensity rowing with slower cool down periods. Plus, if you really want to crank up the intensity you can remove the seat and try it in an unsupported squatting position.

This will really get your heart pumping!