Monday, December 12, 2011

Elliptical Trainers: The Treadmill Alternative

!±8± Elliptical Trainers: The Treadmill Alternative

Elliptical trainers can provide much the same aerobic and cardiovascular benefits as treadmills, and burn as many calories. Elliptical trainers are also lower-impact than treadmills, and many people prefer them for that reason.

Elliptical machines don't directly train your body for any specific sport, although the motion can be similar to cross-country skiing. If you're training to run a road race, you'll want to train on a treadmill when you can't be outdoors. If you're training for a triathlon, elliptical trainers will help your endurance and cardiovascular fitness, but you'll need to use a stationary bike to get in shape for the cycling portion. If you're going Mountain climbing, stair climbers can help build the leg and glute muscles you need more
specifically than elliptical trainers will.

A particularly nice thing about elliptical machines is the reversible motion that helps work your lower body in a unique way. You won't go as fast, and thus it will be less of a cardio workout, but using elliptical trainers in reverse is a great way to exercise your quads and other lower body muscles.

Elliptical machines have become extremely popular in the last few years precisely because they do things differently. And studies continue to show that you can burn just as many calories on elliptical trainers as you can on treadmills. For lower impact, involvement of the upper body, variability and the ability to work different muscles, elliptical trainers are hard to beat.

A personal trainer at the gym can help you explore the options for working out on elliptical trainers, and manufacturers often provide extensive workout guides and suggestions if you are considering buying an elliptical trainer machine of your own.


Elliptical Trainers: The Treadmill Alternative

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Friday, December 2, 2011

Resistance Systems For Elliptical Trainers

!±8± Resistance Systems For Elliptical Trainers

Treadmills and stationary bikes have various levels of difficulty and resistance in order to fulfill the needs of a variety of people in a variety of stages of fitness. As you work out more and more and become more fit, you need to gradually increase the effort you put into each workout. In addition to that, in order to get the most from your workout, it is best to increase the speed or energy you are expending throughout the workout, and slow it back down to cool off.

When you are just walking or riding a regular bike, you can control this easily, by changing the terrain (ie, going up a hill) or changing the speed. Elliptical trainers are no different. There is a wide variety of models on the market, all of which come with a different resistance system. The differences in the resistance system affects the price of the elliptical trainers, as well as the type of workout you are going to receive.

The different resistance systems of elliptical trainers can be categorized in three ways: magnetic resistance, electromagnetic or particle brake system, and the eddy-current resistance system. The cheapest is the manually adjusted magnetic resistance system, and you will typically find those in elliptical trainers that are under four hundred dollars.

The particle brake resistance system for elliptical trainers does not have to be manually adjusted, and it can be programmed, but it does respond slowly when you are trying to adjust it. The best system is the eddy-current system, which has a chrome-plated flywheel with a very fast rpm speed. These are the most expensive, but it is a totally silent resistance system.


Resistance Systems For Elliptical Trainers

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Friday, November 25, 2011

New 2 IN 1 Fitness Elliptical Cross Trainer & Exercise bike

!±8± New 2 IN 1 Fitness Elliptical Cross Trainer & Exercise bike

Brand : Sky Enterprise USA | Rate : | Price : $69.95
Post Date : Nov 26, 2011 06:59:25 | Usually ships in 1-2 business days


You are viewing a Brand New Premium Fitness 2 IN 1 Elliptical Exercise Bike. We purchase our products directly from the manufacture, passing all the savings to you. Typically these exercise bikes can reach up to 9.99. Feel free to look around ebay, you will find that we have the lowest prices online. Buy from us and save BIG!! This bike has gone through strict quality inspection. We can assure you that you will be very satisfied.

  • Brand new in retail packaging
  • Features an adjustable seat that allows you to do a variety of workouts standing or sitting
  • The Elliptical exercise bike provides a total body (legs, hips, buttocks, arms & shoulders), low-impact, cardiovascular workout for all family members, regardless of ability level
  • Your feet move in a natural elliptical motion, providing a no-impact workout for less stress on the joints.
  • While walking and grasping the poles that move in conjunction with your leg motion, you will be working out your arms, chest, back, hips and legs.
  • Unit is portable
  • Includes 4 function on board computer. (Time, Speed, Distance & Calories
  • Adjustable resistance. (Forward and reverse motion)
  • User weight limit: 240lbs
  • Unit weight: 65lbs
  • Assembled Dimensions: 24" W, 34" L, 60" H
  • Premium Quality that will last for years
  • Includes tools and manual for easy installation
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    Wednesday, September 21, 2011

    Stamina 55-1610 InMotion E1000 Elliptical Trainer

    !±8± Stamina 55-1610 InMotion E1000 Elliptical Trainer

    Brand : Stamina | Rate : | Price : $76.08
    Post Date : Sep 21, 2011 09:05:41 | Usually ships in 3-4 business days


    With the Stamina® InMotion E1000 Elliptical, your low-impact workouts will burn a similar number of calories as jogging, without the risk of injury to the back, knees, hops or ankles. The adjustable tension control knob allows you to easily set the workout intensity level to best fit your needs. It's compact and lightweight enough to use at home or at the office, and stores easily under a desk or in a closet.

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    Tuesday, September 6, 2011

    ProForm 895 Crosstrainer Review ZLE

    !±8± ProForm 895 Crosstrainer Review ZLE

    Cross-trainer (also known as elliptical trainers) provide a low impact workout and are a good way to improve fitness and lose weight.

    I recently tried, the ProForm 895 Elliptical Trainer and would like to share my thoughts on the machine. It 'produced by Icon, the largest manufacturer of fitness equipment in the world.

    I found the pedals large, along with the "16 step length, the action was comfortable, although users may find more than 6 feet tallCoach with a stride length is more than an action on them.

    The console is a decent size and includes a fan to keep cool, and a series of speakers that connects to any audio player with a standard 3.5 mm jack. It does not replace the existing system stereo, but are definitely a nice bonus feature. One thing that is certainly not a gimmick is the iFit card slot. These are basically the SD cards, which include structured training courses, usually about 8 weeks. The smallSlot gives the Proform 895 offers unlimited flexibility.

    The built-in programs to keep your workout varied, while working on your goals. There are 6 and 2 in the field of training, use the built in functionality for controlling heart rate. Please note that you need a compatible chest strap. I used my Polar belt and it worked perfectly. Check with your dealer if a belt is included.

    If you do not have a chest strap, you can set the pulse sensors in the middle stages.Why not have the arms you can change the position, but only for a short period and then the heart rate displayed on the screen. As with other cross-trainer with this function, is only a snapshot and can not be checked for heart rate.

    The space-saving technology and integrated wheels make the machine easy to store and allows you to share your soil if the training is over.

    The machine is covered by a 2-year warranty on parts and labor, withThe frame is also covered for life. I thought it was acceptable and in comparison with other machines in this price range.

    Because of its construction works and the fact that I would recommend the ProForm 895 to:

    Those who need a machine with limited space, we do not compromise on quality Users who want to exercise while taking care of their joints And how people progress in a structured program

    So in summary, the Proform 895 is a solidElliptical with plenty of features to keep your workout varied and effective.


    ProForm 895 Crosstrainer Review ZLE

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