Precor made history in 2011 with the launch of the first connected fitness console. Since then, exercisers from over 340,000 facilities across 100 countries have completed an astonishing 1.2 billion workouts and counting on Precor connected fitness cardio products. This remarkable milestone has set the stage for the evolution of the next generation of connected fitness solutions, which redefine standards in performance, fitness, and entertainment.

The third generation of Precor cardio consoles introduces lightning-fast technology, an innovative modular design, a best-in-class media experience, and a wide range of workouts to keep exercisers motivated and engaged.

Creating a truly personal experience

During extensive research, Precor found that exercisers relationship with digital content has shifted significantly in recent years, with most now preferring to stream their own content from their phone. And it is not just entertainment content that is being streamed.
Exercisers' have diversified the number of health and wellness apps they access as well as relying on free online fitness content. Exercisers bring in their own content and place their phones on the console in gyms. When this occurs, exercisers are checking out of the fitness equipment experience and into their personal device.

In response to exercisers growing demand for personal experiences, Precor is introducing PrecorCast™, its proprietary casting feature that is optimised for commercial fitness environments. PrecorCast seamlessly and securely enables exercisers to cast content from their mobile phone on the big screen, while ensuring the privacy of texts, emails, and other applications. “PrecorCast removes the need for embedded console Apps or logins. Wireless casting elevates the content on an exercisers phone, so they can keep their eyes on the big screen, where operators can make the biggest impact,” says Adam Hubbard, Director of Product and Marketing at Precor.

User experience reimagined

Precor’s next generation consoles feature a newly designed user interface, a simple yet intuitive experience that makes it easier and faster for exercisers to find a workout they want and connect to their personal media. The experience starts on the home screen, where all workout and media options are organised. The layout encourages exploration yet maintains incredible simplicity. Featured workouts are displayed at the top, and can also be searched and filtered, so exercisers easily find a workout that matches their interests. Additionally, exercisers can quickly shift to the media tab to set-up their casting experience before the workout even starts.

Precor conducted extensive research and evaluation before selecting screen sizes and viewing angles for their new high-definition consoles. The 16” and 22” screens perfectly complement the exerciser in motion’s proximity to the console, biomechanics, and sightlines.

Engaging features

As well as PrecorCast, the cardio consoles include several performance and entertainment features meeting the needs of exercisers and operators. These include:

Modular Design – The console’s display and cradle are two separate parts, making it easier to swap out components if needed, reducing downtime and operator costs.

Wireless Charging – Compatible with both Apple and Android devices and works with phones and Bluetooth headphones. Exercisers can enjoy casting content from their phones during their workout and not sweat the worry of draining their batteries.

Screensaver Reel – Operators have the option to display up to seven rotating slides (including QR codes). Premium real estate for promoting classes, paid offerings, events, and facility updates.

New and Configurable Workouts – Including HIIT, Virtual Outdoor, Heart Rate and StairClimber Milestones. With more being added.

Picture and Workout in Picture – Allowing exercisers to intuitively toggle between TV and workout views, increasing discoverability of media options during workouts.

Enhanced data for better results

Precor consoles are all are managed centrally within the Precor Business Suite (PBS). This provides immediate access to equipment monitoring, remote software updates, and insights into exerciser usage behaviours on your equipment.

The next generation of cardio consoles have the reliability and durability you expect from Precor, while introducing revolutionary features that delight and engage exercisers, and innovations that reduce downtime and simplify ownership.