NordicTrack CX650 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: Burns fat fast, heart rate monitor
Disadvantages: Takes up alot of space

...the sensor on to register your heart rate. The longer handles are attached to the fly wheel and move, when using these during your workout it makes it a lot harder and gets your heart pumping a lot quicker, shame these also do not have sensors on to monitor your heart rate. Computer ************ Monitoring your progress is made easy with the computer which has a large screen which is easy to understand, it automatically adjusts the tension as you are going through any of the 9 preset programs these can be decreased or increased with the press of a button. If you do not like any of the programs you can make your own program to suit your individual requirements. Distance, time, calories burned, heart rate, progress in program is all shown during the training which helps to keep you motivated as you train. The computer does not keep track of any... Read review

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Advantages: MAKES YOU A FIT AND HEALTHY PERSON
Disadvantages: absolutely none.. a tad bit costly but worth it!

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