Before you buy an elliptical machine, keep these important tips in mind:

Where Will Your Elliptical Machine Be Placed ?

Measure the space where you plan to put the elliptical trainer. Most ellipticals do not fold up like treadmills, so make sure you know the “footprint” of the elliptical before buying.

Ellipticals tend to be around 5 ft long, 2-3 feet wide, and over 4 feet high, so remember ceiling height when measuring.

If you are placing it in a garage, porch or other outside area with no climate control, you may be looking at potential problems. Some ellipticals require lubricants which can freeze or malfunction at either high heat or extreme cold. The other problems with placing it outside are dust and dirt. According to repair specialists, Treadmill Doctor, this is the number one reason for equipment failure. Also you have to consider corrosion and other problems that occur in high humidity and arid climates.

Warranty

Be careful when trying to save money. The cheap elliptical trainers (under $1000) usually only have a 90-day parts and labor warranty. If you are working with a limited budget then you may consider purchasing an extension to the warranty. A longer
warranty usually indicates a superior machine. Occasionally you will find exceptions to this and some manufacturers do offer decent warranties even though the machine is not considered high end.

Beware Of Cheap Ellipticals

Again, if you are on alimited budget, extra diligence is needed. Obviously you can buy a great elliptical if money is no object but even if money is tight, you can still get a good deal… if you know what you’re doing. One thing to bear in mind is the familiar phrase “you get what you pay for.” Most of the disgruntled reviews from elliptical customers on the internet are from people who purchased an inferior machine because they were trying to save money. You can still find great deals on the internet. People are always trying to get rid of their exercise equipment they have hardly used, even the high end machines. Sometimes this can shave up to $1500 off amachine that has barely been used.

Lastly, make sure you know what you want from your workout. Many elliptical trainers offer programs, adjustable stride lengths and other extras that add to the end price. Just remember what you need and stick to it. Otherwise you will be paying for features that you will never use.

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