The first time I hopped on an elliptical was not how I planned it going. The machine was moving faster than my arms and legs could keep up and I was pretty sure I was going to be catapulted across the ...

Running’s great. The fresh air, the freedom, the simplicity. You can’t beat it. But to improve as a runner, you need to do more than just run. That’s where cross-training comes in. It can help you to ...

While an elliptical is great for beginners because the machine fully supports your body weight, a treadmill offers more ...

Elliptical machines have come a long way, with major developments in specs and technology. Their ergonomic design maximizes the quality and intensity of your workout, incorporating both upper and ...

Women's Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Why Trust Us? Most gyms have an elliptical machine. And chances are, someone's on it—and ...

Walk into practically any gym and you'll be met by a sea of elliptical machines and treadmills. And if you become a regular at any of those gyms, you'll start to notice the same people on the same ...

"CARDIO MACHINE" HAS become a catch-all term to describe exercise bikes, treadmills, rowers, and ellipticals. Categorizing an entire section of your commercial gym can be practical, sure—but the ...

Which provides a better workout, a rowing machine or an elliptical? Rowing machines and ellipticals are exercise machines that rely on your motion and stamina. Each is easy to grasp, and people often ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Do you want a low-impact, but extremely effective machine that works your entire body ...

The Bowflex Max Total 16 is an elliptical machine for small spaces. It has a lot of great features, but its physical size has to be its No. 1 draw. Don't discount the amount of space a good piece of ...

Once a cardio favorite in the 1990s, the elliptical machine popularity might seem to have faded—but the machine is still a go-to. The short answer is no, elliptical users have not jumped ship.