Review by Jon Preston for Precor AMT100i Experience Series Adaptive Motion Trainer
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I took the plunge and bought this trainer for my home gym. I have tried numerous machines and found that most ellipticals have a few drawbacks. They are great for reducing impact, compared to a treadmill, but usually constrain movement to a fixed motion. Other than being able to vary the stride length a couple of inches on a few models, they all have exactly the same motion, over and over. It was difficult to find one that fit my gait, and at the same time be suitable for my wife who is only 5 feet tall. Actually impossible would be a better description.

This machine is unique, and should be in its own class of truly variable elliptical training. The stride can be ANYTHING you make it; from stepping to full running gait to a pedaling stride. It even allows a backward pedal stride if you want to really mix up the routine. The machine doesn’t control the gait. YOU do, and you can vary it any time without touching any electronic controls. You’ll need to try it to really understand.

We have over 20 machines in the home gym including a nice treadmill and stationary bike, but we just about need a sign up sheet for using the AMT in my house! We all like this machine. The price was steep, but this machine will get a lot of use, and the value we get from improved fitness is priceless. A cheaper machine that is more difficult to use was an option, but in the long run a more expensive machine that will actually get used is the better option.

The quality of the design and fabrication of the machine is excellent, and it should last for many, many years with only my family using it.

Very highly recommended!

A follow up after one full year of use: Every member of my family uses this elliptical trainer, so it has seen about 15-20 hours/week of use. It has been 100% reliable, and other than occasional cleaning has needed no maintenance. We remain completely satisfied with this elliptical trainer, and it remains our best investment in cardio training. The variable stride/gait of this machine allows virtually any user to get the most from this machine, and will allow you to work around soreness if necessary.

Review by B. Ecke for Precor AMT100i Experience Series Adaptive Motion Trainer
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I, too, do not own one and wish I could afford one. I use this at the gym all the time and love it. It’s great to be able to change up my workout with climbing, elliptical and running motions all on one machine. One thing I didn’t see mentioned in the description is that it is cordless. It runs on the power you generate by using it. Maybe Precor will come out with a home version that is a little more affordable in the future. One can dream….

Review by Howard Butler MD for Precor AMT100i Experience Series Adaptive Motion Trainer
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I purchased one of these things as my daughter was no longer able to run.

After having tested many other elliptical machines, my daughter felt this was the best. I had her go to a gym that had one and asked her, before shelling out tons of dough on this, to make sure.

I then tried it and was duly impressed.

I purchased this thing and watched the delivery guys struggle to get it up to my second floor. This thing is heavy, but does have wheels on the front to allow you to move it to your location of choice. It is self-powered so no need to worry about outlets.

The first thing you will note is this is like no other machine you have ever worked out on. It is simply amazing, adapts to your stride without the foot falling asleep so many other machines cause. With the exception of my treadmill, still my first machine of choice, I have never used a machine that gave such a good aerobic workout. While I am partial to a treadmill there is no doubt this gives as close a calorie burner as a treadmill without the pain and suffering of running.

I now fight with my wife and daughter as to who gets it first.

My only gripe is that I think there rear T-bar should be wider as anything but a wood or concrete floor causes some shake no matter how much you stabilize the thing.