Smooth CE 3.2 Elliptical Trainer Review

Smooth just released the CE 3.2 several months ago. We recently contacted their office and they mentioned that this has all of the outstanding features of the CE, in addition to a number of upgrades. Like the CE, it comes with a heavy duty flywheel and Electromagnetic Braking System. Features that really make a difference in giving you a smooth, elliptical motion.

It also comes with both wireless heart rate control, and hand grip HRC. If you hate having an uncomfortable strap around your chest, the HRC on the moving handles is a nice alternative. Smooth is one of the only ellipticals to have that feature.

The improvements designed in the CE 3.2 are pivotal foot pedals and an enhanced console, display and programming.

With ergonomic, pivotal foot pedals you further reducing and strain or possible injuries to your joints. When you workout on an elliptical trainer your feet and ankles naturally want to pivot. The CE foot pedals you mimic that pivotal movement, thereby preventing any harsh impact or possible injury.
It is designed to let your ankles, as well as your knees and hips, remain in alignment. This feature reduces discomfort and prevents injuries from excessive straining.

If there was an area that needed improvement on the older CE model, it was the console display and the programming. The new console is designed with a four-window, dot matrix LED display. It allows you to read course profiles, speed, time, distance, heart rate, calories and resistance levels.

The electronics include nine programs. We all know how boring exercising on a machine can be. Having a variety of programs to choose from can help you get motivated, and encourages you to over come those fitness plateaus. If you've been reading about "Interval Training," you are aware that this is the hot new technique for fat burning workouts. The CE 3.2 elliptical has an Automatic Interval program. According to Smooth:

"The program Increases heart rate and improves cardiovascular functions with higher intensity routines then the normal cool down period. The eight intervals within this program offer great balance between cardio, fat burning and muscle toning. Each of the eight intervals can be adjusted at will."