Elliptical cross trainers are one the most popular fitness machines out there. This could be because they have zero impact, meaning they will not hurt your joints. The movements involved with elliptical cross trainers are a mixture of the movements you would do on a treadmill, a stair-climber and an exercise bike.
Less Expensive Elliptical Cross Trainers
There are highly rated elliptical cross trainers that you can get for under $1000. The Schwinn 430 has eight workout programs and 16 resistance levels. At 150 lbs. it is still compact enough to have at home. It costs $600. The NordicTrack AudioStrider 990 costs $850. It has 24 workout programs, it folds away for space saving convenience and it has a port where you can plug in your MP3 player.
Higher-End Elliptical Cross Trainers
There are elliptical cross trainers that will cost more money and provide more technical options. The Diamondback Fitness 1260Ef Elliptical Trainer will cost about $2000. This price may vary depending on where you purchase it. According to GaltTech, it ranks very well for range of exercises, construction and safety. The console displays critical information like calories burned, speed, pulse and time. The Smooth Fitness Agile DMT will cost $3000. Although on the expensive side, this elliptical cross trainer delivers by being highly adjustable, with a stride length of 19 to 24 inches, and 12 motion levels. It includes 20 intensity levels, preset exercise programs, and a heart-rate monitor.
Best Elliptical Cross Trainers For Price And Quality
There are some elliptical cross trainers that are highly rated both in quality and price. The Sole E35 is one of these cross trainers. It costs $1300. It has a 20-inch stride length, moving arms for an upper-body workout, 20 distance levels and eight workout programs. The Sole E55 is also rated highly in both of these areas. It is similar to the E35 model, with a few added features. It costs $1500. The foot pedals on the E55 are oversized and adjustable for an increased feeling of stability on the machine, and the master control is an LCD screen.
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