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Experience The VitaGlide® – An Upper Body Ergometer Designed for Inclusive, Seated Movement for Rehab and Fitness.
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Whether at home, in rehab centers, or at the gym, VitaGlide® delivers an upper body ergometer solution designed to strengthen your upper body and core while protecting and reinforcing the shoulder orbit. As wheelchair-accessible cardio equipment and an engaging seated cardio machine, VitaGlide® supports both rehabilitation and fitness across a wide range of users. Recognized as a leading upper body ergometer and top cardio conditioning solution for those with limited mobility, VitaGlide® transforms workouts into real, measurable results. VitaGlide® is more than an exercise machine – it’s a motion therapy revolution.
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Boost Your Fitness with VitaGlide®

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Cardio

Elevate your heart rate with an invigorating, an engaging seated cardio machine experience.
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Conditioning

Through dynamic rowing and cross-country skiing motions

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Strength

This upper body ergometer engages more muscle groups than traditional designs.
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VitaGlide® Uses More Muscle Groups Than Other Seated Exercise Programs

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Stronger. Healthier. Results.

Real Stories, Real Results – See how this upper body ergometer is being used in real-world rehab and fitness settings!
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Hello! My name is Jacob Whitehead and I am the Wellness Coordinator at an EverTrue Senior Living facility. This facility is fortunate to have a dedicated fitness center for our residents. Within this space, we have an exercise studio where we conduct group classes but we also have a separate space with fitness machines. This machine area is comprised of a plethora of cardio equipment and free weights for residents to use on their own volition. At EverTrue, our slogan is “Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest”. We pride ourselves on promoting resident autonomy in all aspects of their lives. Within our facility we have multiple areas of living: Independent, Assisted, Memory Care, and Short Term Rehab. While our fitness center does a wonderful job at promoting resident health and well-being, we noticed some gaps we needed to fill. The clientele of the fitness center was mainly able bodied independent living residents and we wanted to reach beyond that demographic and incorporate other areas of living and abilities within our fitness center. We also noticed a need to have equipment that assists in goal setting, upper body work, and structured programming. Since incorporating the VitaGlide into our fitness center, we have started to fulfill those needs.

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- JACOB W.
This is a fantastic product…I have gained core strength and lost weight from using it daily. Highly recommend for folks in chairs 🙂
JR
Awesome innovation for us wheelchair users looking to get an effective core workout. Cardio workouts for quadriplegics are nearly non-existent without the VitaGlide.

Thanks to Marcy and all the dedicated ppl at VitaGlide, I’m able to get a core, and back workout. Being that I’m right side flaccid, the previous pulley version was ideal but, this new version allows independent movement on my affected side which enhances isolated movement. I’ve gotten stronger, and dropped a little body fat since regularly using the VitaGlide.

I’m forever appreciative for the VitaGlide company assisting the lives of us wheelchair users, the elderly, and even abled-bodied (my careworker has used it too).
MILES B.
After my stroke, I went to a rehab facility.  They have a VitaGlide and I’ve been able to build up strength using the machine.  I’m seeing great results.
LANCE T.
It’s awesome.  Lost 20 lbs. from the exercise.  It works.
BRANDY L.
At The Perfect Step (Paralysis Recovery) Center, we embark on a mission every day to make a real difference in the lives of individuals facing neurological disorders resulting in paralysis. In this journey, we have been fortunate to come across a remarkable piece of equipment that has revolutionized the way we help our clients regain strength, mobility, and hope: the VitaGlide.

The VitaGlide has become an indispensable part of our rehabilitation program. It offers a simple yet effective solution to build upper body muscle strength and core stability, with a special focus on shoulder orbit reinforcement. More than just a machine, it’s a beacon of hope for those who’ve faced life-altering challenges.
What sets the VitaGlide apart is its ability to engage multiple muscle groups, simulating the motions of rowing and cross-country skiing. This delivers an unmatched combination of cardiovascular conditioning and strength training. For our clients, it has opened doors to endurance, energy, and confidence.

Its design allows for a natural, fluid motion with minimal shoulder stress. Users can independently adjust resistance levels for each arm, making it adaptable to a wide range of physical abilities and rehab goals.

One of its most important benefits is the prevention of shoulder impingement—a frequent concern for individuals with paralysis. This isn’t just about exercise—it’s about improving quality of life.
The VitaGlide has become more than equipment—it’s a tool for transformation. It has helped our clients rebuild strength, regain confidence, and embrace independence.
With VitaGlide, every day becomes an opportunity for progress.
Hal H., Founder/CEO The Perfect Step<
The VitaGlide is very beneficial for me in a wheelchair. There aren’t many machines that people in wheelchairs can use and truly benefit from. The ability to have some exercise and work my upper body helps me not only on a physical level, but also mentally. It does everything they said it would do. As a bonus, the owners are wonderful people who I truly enjoy talking to and staying in touch with.
Paul S.
To meet the complex needs of upper extremity conditioning without the hazards imposed by standard arm ergometry, the newly upgraded and technologically advanced VitaGlide® better serves as an exercise.
Mark S. Nash | , Ph.D., FACSM, FASIA, Associate Scientific Director for Research, Miami Project to Cure paralysis, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.
I have been into fitness my whole life – D1 football player, power lifter, cyclist, triathlete, so when I suffered a SCI injury in 2022 resulting in quadriplegia I was devastated. One of my first goals was to get out of my power chair and into a manual chair. I was introduced to the VitaGlide while in rehab and enjoyed using the machine. I realized it was a great piece of equipment that helped me build shoulder strength and endurance, both of which would be critical for helping me transfer and be successful in a manual chair.

After I was discharged, I decided to incorporate the VitaGlide into my therapy and strength training routine primarily as a cardio component. I worked directly with Marcy and Hugh during the ordering process, as well as some trouble shooting and questions down the road. I’ve had the machine now for 9 months and use it a few times a week. My endurance continues to improve and Marcy & Hugh are always available – they have even reached out to me just to check in.
Brad A.

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We’re proud to see VitaGlide® making an impact in rehab centers, adaptive gyms, and clinics across the country! Here are some of the facilities that have incorporated VitaGlide® into their programs. Please Note: This is for informational purposes only and doesn’t imply an official endorsement.
  • The Seven Project
  • Lakeshore Foundation
  • Able Faith
  • Allied Rehab Hospital
  • Great Plains PVA
  • Jackson Health System
  • Miami Project to Cure Paralysis
  • Adaptive Fitness Legion
  • EverTrue Lutheran Hillside Village
  • MarianJoy Rehab Hospital
  • Neuroworx
  • Shepherd Center
  • Spero Rehab
  • Shepherd Center
  • Spero Rehab
  • University of Arizona Adaptive Sports
  • The Perfect Step
  • University of Washington
  • Craig Hospital
  • Tampa VA
  • Ohio VA
  • ParaQuad Health Wellness Center
  • University of Utah
  • American River College
  • Beechwood Home
  • NextStep Orlando
  • Beechwood Home
  • NextStep Orlando
  • San Diego VA
  • St. Louis VAMC
  • IAMABLE Foundation
  • Madonna Hospital

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VitaGlide® is an adaptive fitness equipment solution and seated cardio machine designed for both rehabilitation and fitness. It functions as an upper body ergometer using a seated, push–pull motion to deliver cardio and strength training without requiring wheelchair users to transfer.

Traditional arm ergometers use a circular motion that primarily targets the shoulders and arms. The VitaGlide® features a horizontal push–pull movement that engages the chest, back, core, and shoulders for a more balanced workout while reducing repetitive shoulder strain.
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Because it adapts to a wide range of abilities and fitness levels, this upper body ergometer is used in environments ranging from clinical rehabilitation to community fitness and home use.

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Yes. VitaGlide® accommodates standard and many power wheelchairs, allowing users to roll directly into position without transferring, making it a highly accessible wheelchair-accessible cardio equipment option.
Because the movement engages both pushing and pulling muscles, users experience a more balanced effort that can feel more natural and sustainable over longer sessions. This is one of the defining advantages of an upper body ergometer, making VitaGlide® well-suited for everything from early-stage rehabilitation to higher-level fitness and conditioning programs.
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Yes. As an upper body ergometer alternative, VitaGlide® changes that dynamic by engaging both the front and back of the body in a push-pull pattern.
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