The real secret to getting in shape on an elliptical machine is finding one you will want to get on and use. Otherwise, it’s just going to sit collecting dust with your old ThighMaster. It’s the fluid movement of the machine, the ability of it to help us feel strong and confident and, we must admit, it’s also the fun extras that will make us get out of bed to exercise on a dark morning. With all this in mind, we went to work(out) and found these three “Best Of” elliptical trainers that will help you see results a little faster because you’ll find yourself staying on these machines a little longer.
Although Technogym’s Cardio Wave might not fit in the traditional elliptical machine category, we found it so innovative that we had to include it in our “Best Of” elliptical review. The Cardio Wave gives you a fabulous low-impact workout like an elliptical but your legs work side to side with a movement similar to rollerblading. This motion works your muscles on three different planes of movement instead of just a single linear plane to combine extension, abduction and external rotation. Thi... FULL REVIEW
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MSRP $5,695
Exercise regimes are not a one size fit all kind of thing so your elliptical trainer shouldn’t be either. Customization is king with Precor’s EFX 5.37 Elliptical. This “Best Of” selection lets you customize your workout by easily changing the ramp angle from 15 to 40 degrees so you can individually target and work your lower muscle groups. Plus, you can change your stride length from 21 to 24.5 inches to diversify your workout. You can also choose from any of the EFX 3.57’s 15 preset pro... FULL REVIEW
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MSRP $4,999
With more sizzle than Fourth of July fireworks, the Star Trac E-TBTi Total Body Trainer sparked our interested when we reviewed elliptical trainers. That’s because this is no ordinary exercise machine. It has enough bells and whistles to make even the toughest, longest workout fly right by. First, there’s the 15-inch Personal Viewing Screen that lets you watch your favorite video via an iPod or other media device. Then there’s the personal fan to keep you cool as you workout. We also like t... FULL REVIEW
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MSRP $7,895
