Reap the health and fitness benefits of HIIT training with the Bowflex Max Trainer M5 and M3 Cardio Machines.
Compared to exercising with a standard elliptical trainer, the Bowflex Max Trainer M5 and M3 can burn up to 2.5 times more calories for the same amount of time, utilize more muscle groups for a more effective workout and help to improve your stamina, strength, endurance and overall cardio health.
Both the Bowflex Max Trainer M5 and M3 feature the Max Trainer’s renowned Max 14 Min Interval program that’s designed to give you all the cardio benefits of a much longer workout, producing better results in a shorter amount of time – perfect for busy people!
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Bowflex Max Trainer M5 monitor
with blue backlit display |
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Bowflex Max Trainer M3 monitor
with standard display |
The Bowflex Max Trainer M5 is the higher-end model over the M3 and as such offers more programs (9 compared to 2) and resistance levels (16 compared to 8) as well as Bluetooth connectivity for online fitness tracking which the M3 does not have. In addition, the Max Trainer M5 has several upgrades in design such as a backlit LCD/LED monitor (as opposed to non-backlit on the M3) and improved ergonomic handlebars and foot-pedals. (See full features, specifications and program variety detailed in the tables below.)
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| Max Trainer M5's up-graded pedals |
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| Max Trainer M3's standard pedals |
Both the Bowflex Max Trainer M5 and M3 Cardio Machines offer 2 user profiles, target zone and burn rate indicators, media shelf, water bottle holder and front-mounted transport wheels. Both Max Trainer machines offer heart-rate monitoring but the M5 offers both contact and telemetry heart-rate monitoring whereas the M3 only has telemetry (heart-rate chest strap included with both machines).
Let’s take a look at the main differences and similarities in features and specifications between the Bowflex Max Trainer M5 versus Max Trainer M3 to help you decide on which is the best cardio machine for you:
