A stationary exercise apparatus with adjustable members for varying the stride path and the exercise intensity of a user. The stationary exercise apparatus has a frame. The frame has side portions positioned at left and right sides. The rearward of the frame and the side portions define a space for a user to get on the stationary exercise apparatus via the space. The stationary exercise apparatus further comprises top members which are movably coupled to the side portions of the frame for the user to grip thereon to safely get on the stationary exercise apparatus.