So you’ve decided to join the latest health club craze and add an orbital cross trainer to your at-home routine? As you make your purchase decision on elliptical machines review which features you really need, and which are showy add-ons that you don’t need or won’t use. Home ellipticals can be the best addition to your overall fitness routine because of the ability to vary your training on the machine and because they work your entire body.
Which Elliptical is the Best? The popularity of the cross trainer has grown, and they are a mainstay in most fitness clubs. Cross trainers offer a full body workout in one machine, combining the best of running, stair climbing and cross-country skiing. These machines provide effective, impact-free activity that can suit beginners and seasoned athletes alike. But which model is the best elliptical trainer for your home gym? The following features of home ellipticals should be reviewed to see which would best fit your personal training goals.
Review Stride Length and User Weight Will others in your home use the elliptical as a part of their training also? If so, you should review their needs with respect to stride length, and weight limitations of the machine. An experienced runner will best benefit from the low impact alternative of an elliptical trainer, as will seniors in your home or others with joint problems or a little extra weight.
Compare and Review the Machine's Elliptical Workout Programs Once you get it home, will you use it? The best advantage many ellipticals have, in addition to ease of use, is they offer ways to vary your routine. One of the main reasons people don’t use many machines for very long after purchasing, is boredom with the routines. Many trainers offer a variety of pre-programmed options to alter your workouts. You should review these programs. The better machines also allow changes in incline, intensity and resistance. Reviewers state that perceived exertion is lower when exercising on an elliptical. You may workout longer, because the low-impact of this trainer makes it feel like you are exerting less energy. With variety, and a total body workout that takes less time, along with a perception that you aren’t working out as hard, an elliptical may have a better chance of being used regularly in your home training.
