Im considering, buying an elliptical trainer but i am kind of skeptical about the purchase..I have heard lots great things about them and not so great things, I need to know if it worth buying for me or not? I do not belong to a gym honestly i am just starting a work out plan and DO NOT want to go to a gym that is why i am considering buying one. does anyone have any experience with one? i have used one a friends house and liked it.. I am looking for an easy way to get upper and lower body work out and do not want my hips and thighs to get bigger any suggestions????
2007-03-04 03:06:44 · 4 answers · asked by Chunkerbutt 2 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
I think an elliptical trainer is the best choice for upper body and lower body workout. One thing I love with the ellipticals, is the weight resistance. Adding resistance to the workout, helps strengthen your thigh and leg muscles. The one I use in the gym is a Precor Model. I would warn though, that they are pretty bulky machines and take up alot of space in the house. So make sure you have lots of room to invest for this machine. Good Luck!
2007-03-04 03:41:36 · answer #1 · answered by kyun ho gaya na 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have an Orbi Trek. I love it. I hate going to gyms and to be perfectly honest, I don't like working out that much. But I do like this. I put on my iPod and take off. I feel so much better when I get on it 3 or 4 days a week and I don't do but about 10 to 15 minutes each time. Afterward I do a few crunches for my stomach and maybe stretch a little and that's it. Works for me! My husband has even started using it. But he is at a higher fitness level and stays on there for 30 or 40 minutes at a time! I honestly don't see how he does it. But anyway, I would recommend an elliptical trainer to anyone. Good luck!
2007-03-04 03:21:03 · answer #2 · answered by Texas Pineknot 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe an elliptical trainer is the better option for lower-body workout and upper-body. Something I really like with the ellipticals, will be the weight resistance. Putting opposition to the exercise, helps enhance leg muscles and your thigh.
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2014-11-26 23:09:59 · answer #3 · answered by Wallace E. Burns 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most gyms offer a trial membership. You can get a free membership for a week and try out the different cardiovascular equipment.
If you're afraid of germs or have other reasons for avoiding the gym. I like the ellyptical trainer and I use it and a treadmill.
Make sure you buy a high quality one.
http://www.geartrends.com/cgi-bin/geartrends/Buyguide_ellipticals
2007-03-04 03:11:54 · answer #4 · answered by Eric L 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋