Health and Fitness

As the saying goes, "you get what you pay for". And that's no different with elliptical machines. If you're in the process of putting together a home gym, or simply considering what kind of exercise machine to purchase, you can't go wrong choosing an elliptical.

Problem is, they are quite expensive - over $2,000 for quality models. This is no question a lot of money. So it goes without saying, you should probably check your commitment level at the door if you're considering such an outlay on an exercise machine. After all, the majority of people who buy home workout equipment start with great intentions and have a goal of losing X number of pounds, but few follow through.

Now that I've got my warning out of the way, if you've decided your commitment level is high enough to purchase an elliptical trainer for your home gym (or to put in a spare room), you probably shouldn't consider investing in the cheaper variety, under $1000. They simply don't hold water compared to the medium to higher end machines.

Cheap ellipticals can wobble from side to side after a certain amount of usage, and may even start to make noise after a few months of regular use. If you're considering a lower-tier model, I suggest varying your workouts and throw in a few different types of workouts a few days a week. Not only will this prevent a weight loss plateau, it will preserve your elliptical and slightly extend it's life.

What can you do if you simply don't have $2,000+ to invest right now? The above suggestion of buying a cheap elliptical and trying to preserve it by using a few different machines or types of exercise would be a good suggestion. A cheaper model can also be used as a "test" just to ensure you'll even use it regularly. Lastly, you may even consider waiting to make your purchase a later date and saving your money for a mid to high end model down the road.

After using a model under the $1,000 level, you'll certainly come to appreciate the work involved in manufacturing a higher quality machine. And at that point, deciding to part with a little more money will be a lot easier.

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If you're in the process of researching elliptical machines, be sure to check out the elliptical machine essentials guide at EllipticalSource.com!