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Note: The Yowza Sanibel typically sells for $1,799, which includes free shipping and a 2-yr. labor warranty. Go to
YowzaFitness.com Current Offer: Get $100 off the Sanibel, use coupon code "TG12" during check out. Cardio Core Arm Motion
The Yowza Sanibel takes a different approach to toning the upper body. Rather than two handlebars that move back and forth, there is one t-bar that moves left to right with the elliptical motion. Your upper body slightly twists with the stride, and in the process you target you abs and obliques. It is like doing stomach crunches or holding a weight and moving the upper body left to right. The abs are an area most of us would like to improve, and to do so you have to both burn calories and apply resistance to that area. Your typical elliptical trainer does not concentrate meaningful resistance to the abs, in fact it does little to tone the upper body. When working out on the Yowza Sanibel, I notice the tension in my abs. In addition, my cardio shot up in a short period of time. In fact, I chose to switch back and forth between holding the t-bar and the stationary handlebars. It gave me a chance to catch my breath, which means using the Cardio Core arm motion will give you a serious cardio workout. Other Features - Yowza Fitness Sanibel Elliptical Trainer21" Elliptical Stride — Gone are the days when elliptical trainers had short choppy elliptical strides. The longer strides tend to give a more natural motion that is like running in the air. The Sanibel has a very comfortable 21" stride length. The motion tends to be much more elliptical than circular. Consequently, there is less bouncing. It may not suite shorter individuals. Also the Stride is set at what the company calls a "ramp less" incline. It is slightly inclined to give you a more strenuous workout. In comparison their Pompano model tends to have a more level stride. Rear Drive — There is some controversy on which is better, a front or rear drive design. However, the one advantage of the rear drive over the front is the absence of rollers and rails. They tend to wear, require regular lubrication and can often be noisy. 40 Lb. Flywheel — The weight of the flywheel is very important in contributing to a smooth and natural elliptical stride. At 40 lbs., you have a heavier than normal weighted flywheel. 230 Lb. Unit Weight — I once had an elliptical buyer complain about the model they purchased because it was too heavy. For me the heavier the better, because it contributes to the stability of the machine. At 230 lbs. the Sanibel will give you a very solid feel.
Warranty — The Yowza Sanibel has an above average warranty, which includes lifetime on the braking system, 5-year parts and 2-year labor. Our Review — Yowza Fitness Sanibel Elliptical TrainerThe Cardio Core arm motion may be the next evolution in crosstraining and it is that feature that distinguishes the Yowza Sanibel from the pack. Even without it, the Sanibel would be a quality crosstrainer. Yowza Fitness is a fairly new company, but the manufacturer has been in the fitness equipment business for over 25 years. The machines are built in Taiwan, which has a better reputation for quality control in comparison to China. The Sanibel over the last couple of years had proved to be a durable machine that is low maintenance. Overall, the customer feedback has been extremely positive for both the quality and the innovative Cardio Core arm motion. Go to YowzaFitness.com
Also see the Yowza Fitness Captiva Elliptical Trainer Review and the Pompano Elliptical Trainer Review |
When I went out to the Yowza Fitness headquarters, the feature that really stood out was the Cardio Core arm motion. It is found on two of their elliptical trainers, the Yowza Sanibel and the Yowza Captiva. The difference between the two is the elliptical motion. The Yowza Captiva has a variable stride that goes from 18" to 32". While the Yowza Sanibel has a set elliptical stride that is set at a 40 degree incline, in order to give you a strenuous workout. 
The Cardio Core arm motion is a breakthrough design that targets and tones upper body muscles. Of course, that is what all elliptical trainers are suppose to do. The reality is people tend to go through the motions when using the upper body handlebars. The majority of the resistance is applied to the legs. Most people apply little or no pressure to the handlebars.
Sound System — Most ellipticals come with a MP3 plug-in. I was told that the company opted for a iPod docking station instead because it results in better audio quality. The sound is above average for a cardio machine. There is also a three speed fan that points towards your core. 