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VitaGlide

Library demo Fitness

VitaGlide wheelchair-accessible cardio machine with a rowing-style motion for an upper-body workout.

Our take

Cardio is hard to find when you are seated, and VitaGlide is one answer. It is a wheelchair-accessible machine that simulates a rowing motion, so the work lands on your upper body, and it is meant to support cardiovascular fitness and strength. That is what the manufacturer details we have on file say, and we will leave it there rather than guess at numbers. We keep one in our Equipment Library for in-person demos only, which is a handy way to see it in person. For current models, check the VitaGlide site, and ask your clinician or physical therapist how to start safely.

Who it may help: Wheelchair users who want an upper-body, heart-healthy workout.

This is our own summary based on the manufacturer’s information and our Tech Guide notes. We are not a seller, we have not been paid to write it, and it is not medical advice. Talk with your clinician before you choose equipment.

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