Body Rider BRD2000 Elliptical Trainer with Seat

by Body Max

• 2-in-1 fitness machine with settings for elliptical trainer and exercise bike use
• High-momentum fan blades produce a gentle breeze as you exercise
• Tension adjusts easily with the turn of a knob; offers minimal impact on joints
• Electronic console tracks your time, speed, distance, and calories burned
• Seat adjusts vertically and horizontally to fit different body heights and types

Product Description

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Enjoy a total body cardio workout without trudging to the gym day after day with the Body Rider BRD2000 dual cardio trainer. The BRD2000 is actually two fitness machines in one, with a pair of elliptical arms and foot pedals for upright elliptical use, as well as an adjustable seat that turns the machine into an exercise bike. As a result, users can vary their workout routines depending on the goals they're trying to achieve. The BRD2000 is built around a chain-driven fan wheel, with high-momentum fan blades that run quietly and smoothly without impacting your knees. (The fan also produces a gentle breeze as you exercise.) The electronic console, meanwhile, makes it easy to track your workout, with measurements for time, speed, distance, and calories burned. Finally, the unit's seat adjusts vertically and horizontally to fit users of different heights and weights. Too busy to hit the gym on a regular basis? The BRD2000 will help you see results in only 20 minutes per day three or four times a week.

About Elliptical Trainers
Elliptical trainers represent the next wave of advancement in low-impact cardiovascular exercise machines and continue to grow in popularity. By simulating motions experienced through walking, stepping, cycling, and skiing, elliptical machines allow for a smooth and fluid motion while building strength in the arms and legs. Similar to the exercise position for treadmills, elliptical trainers are used by standing in an upright position while holding the handrails of the machine. With elliptical trainers, however, your feet remain in the foot pedals throughout the exercise regimen and circulate in a smooth and seamless motion, resulting in little to no impact on the knees, back, and hips.

Elliptical trainers are compatible for all ages and fitness levels and allow you to select the difficulty level through the incline and intensity settings. Additionally, elliptical trainers allow you to determine the complexity of your workout based on your needs, all while listening to music, watching television, or reading a magazine while exercising in the comfort and safety of your own home.

Although different types of elliptical trainers offer an assortment of features, many of them include an array of challenging programs, forward and reverse directional movement, EKG grip pulse handles, a lightweight portable design with easy fold-up capability, and a monitor displaying calories burned, distance, speed, time, and heart rate. Other types of exercise machines, namely treadmills and bikes, offer excellent cardiovascular exercise and muscular training for the legs in a forward-motion exercise. Elliptical trainers take this to the next level by offering an upper and lower body workout with dual motion, challenging and diverse programs, and a low-impact exercise machine that won't strain sensitive joints.

Product Description

This patented 2-in-one Cardio Dual Trainer is used as an Elliptical Trainer or an Exercise Bike. The high momentum fan blades provide quiet and smooth rides with zero impact to your knees. The motivational electronic display console measures Time, Speed, Distance, and Calories Burned while you exercise. Use it only 20 minutes a day, 3 to 4 times a week, you will get the results that you always wanted.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 36 x 28.5 x 57.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 67.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Origin: China
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0028Q2AMU
• Item model number: BRD2000
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (114 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,069 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
  • #7 in Sports & Outdoors > Exercise & Fitness > Cardio Training > Elliptical Trainers

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

98 of 102 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Good piece of equipment! March 26, 2011

By M. Ray

Amazon Verified Purchase

This is a pretty good little piece of equipment. For the money, you probably can't beat it. I've been using it for a few weeks, and so far so good. Its seems pretty solid. I'm in pretty good shape and this machine will definitely give a good workout. The motion is smooth and there's not much sway at all (I'm 5'9", 175 lbs). I like the adjustments to the seat, it gives you a good range. Its also pretty light and rolls easily. All in all, can't find anything to complain about.

136 of 145 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Not that bad... September 14, 2009

By flattops united

Amazon Verified Purchase

I ordered this based on the price and the fact that it had a seat as well as the arm bars I read the reviews of more expensive models and had a bit of anxiety towards putting it together. It only took about an hour and as long as you use your own tools and not the dollar store rejects they give you should have no problems.

I am giving this only three stars based on 2 things, First I am 6foot tall and when I use it as an elliptical its a bit tight and I do tend to punch myself a little when it comes back but I solved that by reversing them.

The other reason is also the handles being a little short. It feels like I'm punching downward instead of parallel. This machine is definitely designed for smaller men or women. but, besides that I do get a decent workout on it. Overall if you're looking for a value I would recommend this.

37 of 38 people found the following review helpful

1.0 out of 5 stars LASTED 6 USES. Yes, only 6 darn uses. March 12, 2012

By S. Johnson

DO NOT THROW YOUR MONEY AWAY ON THIS MACHINE. After only 6 uses (6 uses!) the wheel lags to the point of being unusable (it's like the tension is set extremely high) and it leaves black shavings and a black residue underneath of it (which left a big gray stain on my cream-colored carpet). I didn't increase the tension of the machine, I didn't abuse the machine and I'm the only one who uses it - there's no logical explanation for why it's doing this. I used it only 6 times averaging 38 minutes/workout and I'm 114-lbs so there should be no wear and tear on the machine yet. The only explanation is that it broke just because it's a piece of junk.

I ignored the negative reviews because the machine had more good reviews and was so affordable but I shouldn't have taken that chance. I've had the machine for 1.5 months so, despite only using it 6 times, I can't get my money back from Amazon and the manufacturer was no help (btw, the number listed in the owner's manual doesn't work, however, the number listed on their website does: 909-598-9876). I essentially just gave Amazon $200 for no reason. I'm so angry!

If you're thinking, "Well, she probably just got a dud" then you should also know:
-It's not sturdy at all. I'm 4'11" and 114-lbs and it wobbled/lifted as I used it. It's like it needs weights on the front and back bases to keep it from lifting off the ground. Considering that the average American woman and man outsize me by 5"/31-lbs and 11"/76-lbs, respectively, I can't imagine how wobbly it must be when an average-sized person uses it.
-It looks cheap. I mean CHEAP.... I used to own a different budget-priced elliptical and it looked good and worked great for 2 years before I had to leave it behind after moving across the country, so the price is no excuse for the appearance.
-The computer module is useless. The only thing it can reliably do is keep track of how long you're on the machine.
-The stride is really short. It was ok for me but I don't think the average person could use it comfortably.
-It's loud.
-The arms are awkwardly far apart. This could be because I'm small, though.
-The bolts loosen after every workout. You literally have to tighten the bolts on the arms after every single use.
-The pedals are painful. The pedals are slanted so your feet are forced to the front of the pedal (despite your best efforts). After about 20 minutes your toes start to tingle/go numb and it hurts.

I've been using Amazon regularly for 9 years and I can honestly say that I've never regretted a purchase so much. I'm so angry that I gave $200 away for nothing. I bought it to save money and ended up throwing money away. Read more ›

39 of 42 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Good one.....!! November 4, 2010

By DVKiran

Amazon Verified Purchase

Affordable price.
Decent build and features.
Easy installation.
Little bit of noise. But it's ok. Initially the body case is touching/rubbing against the wheel, which caused more noise. But I easily fixed it. So it is better now.
Overall.... decent product for that price. 2-in-1...I like it...!!!

38 of 42 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Pleasant Surprise December 21, 2009

By V. Lewis

I have used this machine everyday for 5 days for at least 20-30 minutes and have already lost almost 3 pounds and almost an inch off of my waist! I am an absolute bargain hunter and will not spend more than I have to for anything. I believe this is a great product for the price and I got mine on sale for only $99 at Modell's! Certain things I don't trust having shipped so that is probably why I didn't have such a hard time others are. Sorry guys. It does exactly what its supposed to do. This product has been very good in performance. Smooth operation, not jarring. I use it primarily at night and it has not interrupted anyone's sleep. The bike seat is a great addition. Helps me work my thighs well and keep my heart rate up if I do not feel like standing. I am 5' 4" and I am comfortable using the machine. I did reverse the handles contrary to the instructions because it felt like I was punching towards the floor. Now they tilt inward towards me to prevent that feeling. The elliptical has a small footprint, it takes up a little over half the length of a yoga mat that I have it on. It has made a little more noise after a few days but a little WD-40 solved that problem. Thankfully I did not have an issue with any missing parts. Deal with a reputable seller and you will not be disappointed in the product for those of you looking for a good value. I gave it four stars for a not so accurate calorie counter since calories burnt vary from person to person. I use a heart monitor for that, now I just use the computer for the clock to keep my workout time.

27 of 29 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Excerise Machine!!! September 29, 2009

By Katherine S. Warner

Amazon Verified Purchase

I love this product!! I haven't exercised for quite awhile. I have degenerative bone disease in my knees and lower back and hip. This has been very easy and low impact on my knees and lower back. It feels to get to exercise again. This was easy to put together and most of it was already done. It was packaged very well and came at the right time as indicated to me. I would recommend this to anybody who needs that low impact type of exercise. I have been using the bicycle part of it and have gone up to twenties minutes already. I am so pleased. This is certainly a wonderful machine!!!!!