by Bella Holly

An elliptical trainer is a very popular machine and you will find many of them in fitness clubs. Elliptical trainers give excellent full body, low impact workouts and low impact workouts are the best way to lose weight. They are very easy on the joints and you can work your upper and lower bodies at the same time.

An elliptical trainer is easy on the joints and most pedals will have articulating foot pedals. With these types of foot pedals your feet never leave the pedal as the pedal changes based on your stride. An elliptical trainer also has weight bearing capabilities and weight-bearing exercise is important to prevent osteoporosis and other age related health issues.

An elliptical trainer is one of the only machines that works the upper and lower body equally and is known as a cross trainer. This machine will provide an exercise for your chest, glutes, hamstrings, quadriceps, triceps, biceps and back. The more muscles you use at once the more fat your can burn in a shorter amount of time.

Possibly the best elliptical trainer on the market is the Sole E55 trainer. This model is top quality but at an affordable price. The machine retails at about $1,500, including shipping, and comes with a 5-year parts warranty and 2-year labor warranty. It is used in the Hilton hotels and is considered a best buy by many users.

The Smooth elliptical trainer model CE3.2 is another very popular machine, and it even comes with a lifetime warranty on parts. Many users say that it has a very “natural” movement, likely due to the rear wheel drive and electromagnetic break system. Not only are the pedals angled for a more natural stride, but it also has a heart rate monitor.

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