Horizon Andes 407 Folding Elliptical

Advantages: Low impact cardiovascular workout
Disadvantages: Expensive

...In a bid to lose a few pounds after uni (too much alcohol & too many takeaways) I was looking for a good all round exercise machine, and elliptical trainers were recommended by some friends. "Why?" I enquired. "The answer is simple" came the reply, "they are a great cardiovascular work out and the pedals mimic the body's natural movements when running, so essentially you are running, but there is no impact - saving your joints and bones!" "Genius!" I replied. And so my quest to buy a machine began. After looking at a variety of makes and models, I decided upon the York 3100 Elliptical Trainer & Cycle. It looked the sturdiest, could handle the most maximum weight (16 stone - not that I was this large, but obviously the larger the maximum weight, the stronger the machine), was from a brand that I had heard of and trusted... Read review

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Advantages: Solid Feel / Price
Disadvantages: Could use more hi-tech gadgets

...Regarding the basics, the Horizon Ti 22 is quiet and has a solid feel. The LED monitor has a variety of settings and modes that allow me to adjust my workout. The width of the unit is comfortable, so I don't feel as if I'm going to tip over or stumble when I walk. The most important aspect to the entire unit is its solid feel. I weight 180 pounds, and when I run, I didn't want a machine that bounced, which will increase stress on knees. This unit provides the support I need to feel safe running even at speeds of a 7-minute mile. The cup holder is pretty basic, and I would have rated it excellent if it had a dvd player like some of the others I looked at, but for the price, you can't go wrong. Overall, if you're looking for solid build, reasonable price, and if you can forego some of the more expensive gadgets... Read review

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Advantages: Quiet running
Disadvantages: Assembly Instructions

...was not lucky enough to find one in my area so I went to JJP to see what they had on offer. There were quite a few. Some where very large and a bit too sophisticated for me. They were selling the Horizon Sonic II at a reduced price of £399, a reduction of £100, this was the smallest one they had and it folded away. JJP were very helpful, letting me hear it running, (I didn't try it in the shop, knowing me I would have fallen off it or made a fool of myself by getting puffed out after only two minutes). I wanted the treadmill just for walking, but you can also jog on the Horizon Sonic and who knows, I might get fit enough to up my speed to jogging! Ha! Ha! I found the treadmill very heavy at first, but it was easy to fold up and unfold and when the shop assistant showed me how to safely move it about on its wheels, the fact... Read review

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