What is an elliptical trainer? - Exercise & Fitness

Highquality elliptical trainers cost $2,000-$4,000. Precor, one of the highestquality manufacturers of elliptical trainers, sales for around $4,500.

There are plenty of online stores that sell refurbished elliptical machines. Here are a few; however I recommend doing some extra searching of your own.

http://www.globalfitness.com/elliptical-trainer.aspx

http://www.ironcompany.com/usedtreadmillsusedellipticalcrosstrainersusedsteppersusedstepmillsusedexerc.aspx

http://www.ebay.com/sch/sis.html?_nkw=Precor+544+EFX+Elliptical+Trainer+REFURBISHED+Low+Price

You should look into buying a mini-elliptical. They are perfect for small spaces. Here are a few sites that can provide you with more information.

http://www.amazon.com/Stamina-55-1610-InMotion-Elliptical-Trainer/dp/B000VICRO8

http://www.amazon.com/Sunny-Fitness-Elliptical-Trainer-Handlebar/dp/B0016BURUK

http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/sis.html?_nkw=Mini+Elliptical+Trainer+Exercise+Machine+for+Home+Gym

Don't worry; this is a common problem in elliptical trainers. Over time, parts of the machine may start to squeak. I am going to attach a how-to guide that will explain what to do when this happens.

http://www.livestrong.com/article/269134-how-to-stop-an-elliptical-from-squeaking/

Most elliptical trainers nowadays come with moveable arm handles. This gives you more upper body endurance and allows you to burn more calories.

Quite the opposite. Elliptical trainers are great for people with knee injuries. Elliptical trainers limit the strain on your knees because it is a non-impact machine.

Treadmills have a moving belt while elliptical trainers have two foot pedals guiding movement - making it more controlled and safer. Elliptical trainers also have handles, in which the user has the option to move their arms in opposition to their legs to better control movement.

There are in fact three types of elliptical trainers - all categorized by the motor (drive) location. The three types are as follows: rear drive, front drive and center drive.

An elliptical trainer or cross-trainer is a stationaryexercise machine used to simulate stair climbing, walking, or running withoutcausing excessive pressure to the knees.