Taking a Look at the Elliptical Cross Trainer With Computer

Taking a Look at the Elliptical Cross Trainer With Computer

There is always this assumption that just because a product costs more it automatically means that it is superior to lesser priced merchandise of the same line. There are instances where paying more does get you a better product. But that is not true for all merchandise. Take elliptical machines as a prime example.

The Elliptical Cross Trainer with Computer is a very affordable elliptical machine. There are some elliptical machines that are well over one thousand dollars but this is not one of them. So does that make this elliptical machine inferior and does it mean that you will not get a good workout from using it?

The Elliptical Cross Trainer with Computer is a basic model elliptical trainer that will work your arms, legs, butt, hips and shoulders. It features added resistance so that you can increase your workout and it also has handle bars that lock into place to give you a "free running" workout. And being an elliptical trainer it allows you to work out by walking, jogging or running without feeling the impact on your joints. This is great news to those who are overweight or have joint pain.

The total weight of the Elliptical Cross Trainer is only sixty pounds. That means you can lift it with relative ease. But there are some downsides that customers have complained about. One being that the frame is similar to a stationary bike that has just been converted to an elliptical trainer.

Users often comment that they feel as if they were being pushed forward and their feet would become cramped in the pedals. Some fixed this problem by adding a piece of wood to the front to raise the machine. Others have complained that the machine basically fell apart on them.

One customer did note that by using their own wrench, and not the one provided, they were able to tighten all the bolts properly and the machine has lasted quite a long time for them. It does seem that after a while the bolts do become loosened but quick use of a wrench to tighten the bolts can fix that problem before anything breaks.

So is the Elliptical Cross Trainer with Computer worth around $100, not including shipping? Most customers who have bought this elliptical machine say "yes" and that it gives a very good workout. If you are significantly overweight, then you absolutely need to check with the manufacturer on the recommended maximum weight allowed on the machine. It would not be good if the machine fell apart while you were working out on it.