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Elliptical machines are often compared to their cousins in the personal fitness world, the treadmill. They are both stationary devices primarily used to walk or run in place. The elliptical machine differs, however, in that the stress to the joints is considerably lessened since the feet experience no impact with the ground.
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- AKA: Elliptical trainer; Elliptical; Cross trainer
- Also works the upper body with moving arms that can be grabbed onto and pushed and pulled
- Resistance and speed are also variable
- Incline can be steepened for a more strenuous cardio workout
- Can move legs forward or backward
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Popular Elliptical Manufacturers
- Schwinn
- Sole Fitness
- NordicTrack
- Smooth Fitness
- Precor
- Octane
- Life Fitness
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Stamina 55-1610 InMotion E1000 Elliptical Trainer - $150.00
Forget the gym. Now you can enjoy a full cardio workout in the comfort of your home or office with this compact elliptical trainer from Stamina Products. Unlike full-size ellipticals, this trainer doesn't have arms or a front console. Inste...
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Sunny Health & Fitness Magnetic Elliptical Cross Trainer - $299.00
An exercise machine designed to look fabulous in your home! With this eliptical exerciser, you can get in shape and stay in shape with no cost or hassle of a gym membership! The eliptical trainer features high quality magnetic resistance, ...
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Sunny Health & Fitness Mini Elliptical Trainer with Handlebar - $159.99
SF-E806 Mini Elliptical with Handle Bar Non-impact aerobic workout firms and tones the lower body while improving the condition of the heart and lungs. Can be used in the forward and or reverse direction while sitting or stand...
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Lifecore LC-985VG Elliptical Trainer - $1,199.00
Enjoy a total body workout with Lifecore's LC985VG Elliptical trainer. With 12 preset programs you can vary your workout to fit your specific needs. The 4 User ID profiles and 4 heart rate control programs makes the 985VG perfect for famili...
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Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer - $799.00
With its comfortable, compact design and 8 workout programs developed to help you reach your fitness goals, the Schwinn® 430 Elliptical Trainer lets you make an impact where you want one! The comfortable 18-in stride and BioFit® articulatin...
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@MikeDWBerg | November 10, 2009 05:05 AM -
More Freestyle cable cross tonight at 24 hour fitness, free weights and finish with elliptical machine. Seems like a good workout routine.
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Putting together a elliptical machine for my wife with no instructions. Fun! I love you
@JordanAutoWorks | November 10, 2009 03:19 AM -
@Operafloozy Which is exactly why I followed up the chips with Ben & Jerry's. THE ELLIPTICAL MACHINE NEEDS TO KNOW WHO IS BOSS.
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View All Elliptical Machine Questions (353) | Ask a QuestionWondering where I can get an elliptical machine on the cheap... (1 Answer)Have you tried KMart? I went to purchase a treadmill when I spotted an elliptical trainer for about $70, however you can get it cheaper. Often, Goodwill and similar thrift ... read moreIs an ribosome enzyme an advanced molecular robot? If so, how is this model inspiring self-replicating machines? (1 Answer)The cell, when viewed on a molecular level, is a self-replicating machine. DNA replicates itself in the complex chemical environment of the cell. A ribosome is used to link together ... read moreWhat burns more calories per minute elliptical machine or treadmill? (1 Answer)Calories burned in 60 minutes by a 150 lbs. user: Running, 7 mph - 783 Elliptical Trainer - 774 The elliptical trainer is also better on your joints than a ... read moreWhat are some NON-BIOLOGICAL machines? (3 Answers)There are far too many to enumerate here but I will give a list of some. There are simple machines, which many forget to include in lists like this: Incline ... read more
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