Giving presents is always a happy event, even more if a person receiving a gift really needs it. For obese people, there is not a better gift than something that will help them fighting their obesity problem. But, what is elliptical trainer actually good for? What can it really help with and how to know if a good device is bought?
Health
When trying to help someone with buying something helpful, there should be no place for surprises. This is because if a person has a health problem, a consultation is definitely needed. If obesity is the problem, there are people who are not willing to sweat a lot about it and instead they want to solve this problem with dieting and using supplements, without exercising. But if a person wants to sweat and put some effort when it comes to physical aspect, giving an elliptical trainer for Christmas or any other occasion is a great idea.
Elliptical trainer
Elliptical trainer is excellent for all those who need to reduce their weight. This instrument offers nothing but pure cardio workout, engaging the entire body and almost all muscles. Cardio is based on using low level of strength and that will make the muscles exercise longer than with muscle mass building, which will burn more calories and eliminate more fat tissue. Using elliptical trainer is similar to using treadmill and even performed motions are similar. But there are some differences which, for some experts, make elliptical trainer a better choice than a treadmill. First of all, feet are always standing on the pads, big pedals actually, so there is no pressure on the ankles when the feet touch the ground while walking or running. Also, arms are more activated than with treadmill. This is thanks to bars/handles, which are always held with hands during the workout and which stretches the arms alternately.
Tips
Always, always, check for the warranty period and what is offered with it. Some warranties offer guaranties for certain parts only and not all of them, and there might be a problem when a part not covered with warranty breaks. Also, an engine that moves the trainer should be as strong as possible because that directly increases the longevity of the instrument. And yes, it might be a good thing to purchase a brand which is popular and already known by its quality. Giving a gift is a nice thing, but giving a gift which is useful and helpful is something that will definitely be remembered.
- Photo courtesy of Jill Clardy by Flickr: www.flickr.com/photos/22829128@N08/2375667768
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