Fitness Equipment

Fitness equipment comprises machines and tools designed for exercise and physical training. It includes cardiovascular equipment (treadmills, stationary bikes, ellipticals), strength-training machines (weight machines, free weights), and flexibility/stretching equipment. These machines provide structured workouts by regulating resistance (gravity, elasticity, electronics) and motion paths to safely work different muscle groups.

Type
Cardio Machines: Treadmills, stationary bikes, cross-trainers, rowing machines; often motorized or manually braked.
Strength Equipment: Weight machines (selectorized weight stacks), cable/pulley systems, benches, dumbbells, barbells, squat racks.
Functional Trainers & Free Weights: Cables and rigs that allow a range of movements vs. static free weights.
Specialty Machines: Stair climbers, vertical climbers, and rehabilitation equipment (e.g. recumbent bikes).
Home vs. Commercial: Home equipment tends to be more compact and lower capacity; commercial gym gear is heavy-duty.

Application
Used in gyms, sports facilities, rehabilitation centers, and homes for health, fitness, and therapy. Cardiovascular machines improve heart health and endurance; strength machines build muscle and bone density. In India, the fitness boom has increased use of such equipment in urban gyms and home setups. Globally, the market spans general fitness, athletic training, and clinical rehab.

Material Selection
Frames are typically steel tubing (often powder-coated). High-wear parts (weight stack plates, guide rods) use alloy steels for hardness. Seats and handles have foam and vinyl coverings. Shock/load bearings (e.g. in bikes or moving arms) use lubricated bronze or sealed ball bearings. Treadmill belts are rubber compounds for traction and durability. Electronic displays (LCD, touchscreens) require protective glass/plastic. Corrosion resistance (from sweat, moisture) is provided by stainless bolts or coated metal.