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Rob M.
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 # Posted: 9 Apr 2008 04:29


Wow, the elliptical machine kicks my butt! I usually stick with the treadmill and stationary bike, but today I gave the elliptical machine a try and I was sweating a ton and out of breath after just 15 short minutes.

I may have to make this a regular part of my routine!
Derek Schultz
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 # Posted: 9 Apr 2008 05:13


The elliptical is my bread and butter. It's quiet, easy on the knees and really gives you a workout. Good to see you posting.
Rob M.
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 # Posted: 9 Apr 2008 05:44


Yep, I am going to start making it a part of the daily routine. You are right, it is great on the knees compared to both the bike and treadmill.
Spyke M
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 # Posted: 9 Apr 2008 06:41


when I started the elliptical I think I got 10 minutes in before I died.

Slowly but surely, I was able to work it longer, but it was definitely not fun for the longest time...

Now when I work the elliptical I don't run out of energy (it's actually a LOT harder for me to get my pulse up now!), but my feet fall asleep after about 40 minutes - that's when it's time to find a new machine


Derek Schultz
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 # Posted: 9 Apr 2008 08:10


Spyke is absolutely right on with my experiences.
noonie
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 # Posted: 9 Apr 2008 10:24


I love the elliptical machine!!

I used to be a treadmill lover like you, but once I gave that elliptical machine a kick...I couldn't stop. hehe

It's also a challange to rotate backwards=) feel it more in the quads and hamstring.
Joe Weierke
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 # Posted: 9 Apr 2008 13:05


I am too a Elliptical fanatic. Lately I have had to do more challenging settings on it since the normal "Fat Burn" setting is getting boring. It is more of a challenge with the "Cross Training" setting where you have to alternate going forward and backward. I usually do it for 45 minutes at a time but have done is longer.

I am glad I use a MP3 player at the gym since it keeps me motivated and I move to the beat of the music.
Keith w
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 # Posted: 9 Apr 2008 14:04


Same here- Used to quita fter 10 minutes, now can go 45 minutes. I usually put on some upbeat music, cover the timer and go.. Totally loose track of time
Rachael M
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 # Posted: 9 Apr 2008 14:23


For me, the elliptical was great place to start but now I find it nearly impossible to get my heart rate up on it. I'm diggin the running now. I love Spain Park and my awesome 5k track.


Ara Bruno
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 # Posted: 9 Apr 2008 14:58


I <3 the elliptical. I eventually want to move to running on the road/treadmill but its too much for me right now.
Minu ~
The Master
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 # Posted: 9 Apr 2008 15:24


In this rainy-ass land, I too use mine a fair bit, running outside when the weather's not pukey.

And I never have trouble reaching high heart rates for interval work on the elliptical. It's a simple matter of adding other elements to the workout like:

-shadow boxing
-aerobics moves with the upper body

-even exaggerated air-drumming works wonders for upping the heart rate.

Same thing goes for max tension at a fast pace using the handles. Go fast enough and there's no getting away from the work.

Max tension/sans-handles and with no vertical movement, thus isolating the the butt and legs makes for plenty of challenge too, at least for this ole camperette.
Kim Taylor
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 # Posted: 9 Apr 2008 15:45


I LOVE the Eliptical! Like many of you I have had to work my way up to 45 minutes but now I think it is awesome! If you look closely you burn more calories on the eliptical than the treadmill too. I like to play some techno and go to town on that eliptical. Now I"m excited about going to the gym tonight!!

WHOOT WHOOT
Mikaela K
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 # Posted: 24 Apr 2008 23:00


I love the ellipictal.

The stationary bike kicks mine. I do 1 mile on it once a week as a little extra "umph" and that 3 minutes is exahusting.
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