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.
Popular Elliptical Manufacturers
- Schwinn
- Sole Fitness
- NordicTrack
- Smooth Fitness
- Precor
- Octane
- Life Fitness
Who created the elliptical work out machine?(1 Answer)
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In 1995, a company called Precor introduced the first "elliptical fitness crosstrainer." The earliest patent I could find cites Paul William Eschenbach as inventor, but I'm not ...
What burns more calories per minute elliptical machine or treadmill?(1 Answer)
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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 ...
For someone fairly inactive who is considering the merits of an elliptical versus a treadmill, what do you recommend and why?(1 Answer)
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An elliptical has the minor drawback that it takes a bit more getting used to, when compared to a treadmill. After all, almost everyone knows how to walk ...
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Elliptical trainer; Elliptical; Cross trainer
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Also works the upper body with moving arms that can be grabbed onto and pushed and pulled
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Resistance and speed are also variable
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Incline can be steepened for a more strenuous cardio workout
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Can move legs forward or backward
