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These low-impact machines will help you stride towards your fitness goals.
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Well, even if you’ve always thought thelow-impactmachine was equivalent to low-effort (its not!
), fitness pros think it’s time youtake the classic cardio machine more seriously.
Just 49 inches long, you do notstrideon this machine, so much as you climb on it.
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In addition to being cost-effective, this elliptical is compact, durable and can reliably facilitate a serious sweat.
The combination of movable arms and 8 resistance level options allow you to get in afull-body workoutright from home.
Notably, thiscompact cardio machineis lighter-weight (just 100 pounds) and has built in wheels.
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This moderately-priced, no-fuss option has an incredibly intuitive display and a monitor that requiresnolearning curve.
With a 400-pound weight limit, it can be enjoyed by the whole family.
Trust, nothing will distract you from the burn of heavy resistance quite like watchingLove Is BlindorThe Bear.
Oh, and the pedals are cushioned and oversized which helps support the health and longevity of your joints.
She also interviewed two separate fitness professionals about the benefits of using ellipticals.
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