tdanette Posted April 23, 2007 Posted April 23, 2007 I want to get an exercise machine but I have no idea what to buy. What I'm looking for is to tone up a little- especially my lower body- but I'd like an "all-in-one" machine (frankly because I don't like to exercise and I know I wouldn't mess with a routine if I had to drag out 2 or 3 pieces of equipment). I've looked at several machines but it's kinda overwhelming. Any suggestions that won't kill my bank account?
Kara1204 Posted April 23, 2007 Posted April 23, 2007 I want to get an exercise machine but I have no idea what to buy. What I'm looking for is to tone up a little- especially my lower body- but I'd like an "all-in-one" machine (frankly because I don't like to exercise and I know I wouldn't mess with a routine if I had to drag out 2 or 3 pieces of equipment). I've looked at several machines but it's kinda overwhelming. Any suggestions that won't kill my bank account?If you are looking to go with the least amount of money, then get a Gazelle. They are about 89-99 bucks. I love mine. I have been using it for over 2 years. It works every muscle in your legs and butt, too. If you keep your arms on the poles like you are supposed to, then there is a benefit to the upper body, too. Very easy on the joints. You do not bend the knees and the feet stay flat, so no slamming your feet and ankles. I lost 32 pounds 2 years ago and credit the Gazelle with getting my butt in shape and keeping it that way. HTH
tdanette Posted April 24, 2007 Author Posted April 24, 2007 Thanks! I definately want something that works everything at the same time- and inexpensive- so I'm gonna check this one out!
tokanm Posted April 24, 2007 Posted April 24, 2007 I have the XL Glider which I bought from QVC and I love it!!!It does work all your body parts, folds up for storage and has the powerpistons, IIRC the gazelle does not include those. They make it so you canhave different levels of exercise. www.qvc.com XL Glider is the name and most of the time it is on easy pay Good Luck
Kara1204 Posted April 26, 2007 Posted April 26, 2007 I have the XL Glider which I bought from QVC and I love it!!!It does work all your body parts, folds up for storage and has the powerpistons, IIRC the gazelle does not include those. They make it so you canhave different levels of exercise. www.qvc.com XL Glider is the name and most of the time it is on easy pay Good LuckThat thing looks nearly identical to the Gazelle. Same principal, anyway.
abentley Posted April 26, 2007 Posted April 26, 2007 I have the xl glider and love...when I use it!! I have a question for those of you who actually use it...How long are you riding it and how often to help you loose weight? I am a slacker!!!
Kara1204 Posted April 26, 2007 Posted April 26, 2007 I have the xl glider and love...when I use it!! I have a question for those of you who actually use it...How long are you riding it and how often to help you loose weight? I am a slacker!!!I use the Gazelle usually 6 night a week. I go at least 3 miles at a rate of about 12 minutes per mile. If I am feelin' good, I go a little longer. "Slackin'" will not work on ANY exercise machine.
tokanm Posted April 26, 2007 Posted April 26, 2007 Mine spends more time with clothes hanging on it than me
tokanm Posted April 26, 2007 Posted April 26, 2007 That thing looks nearly identical to the Gazelle. Same principal, anyway.IIRC the Gazelle does not have the "power pistons" and the XL does, that way you canvary the intensity of your work out.
abentley Posted April 26, 2007 Posted April 26, 2007 My monitor on mine slides around upside down so I never really know how far I have gone. Grrr...but I do jump on every a.m. for at least 10 minutes!!! Most evenings as well. I just haven't stepped up to long rides!!
Kara1204 Posted April 27, 2007 Posted April 27, 2007 Mine spends more time with clothes hanging on it than me http://www.smileypad.com/v224/Sad/Noooo.gifhttp://www.smileypad.com/v224/Sad/Sigh.gifThat is BAD! When the Gazelle wears out, I think I will look into this XL thing. I like the idea of adjusting the ....tension? Is that what you would call it? Now that nice weather is here, DH and I usually go for a 15 mile bike ride every night after supper and 30 miles on the rare occasion we have the same day off together.
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