This is just a compilation of information I've gathered from the www, as I have just started working out I find myself working out on the elliptical machine far more often than any other type of cardio machine.
Treadmills vs Ellipticals vs Bikes
Maximum opportunity to increase cardiovascular, weight loss and bone density.
• Burn more calories than bike or elliptical
• Build maximum lower extremity bone density
• Customize workout with Decline / Incline features
• Minimal impact with SOFT deck technology
Ellipticals vs Treadmills vs Bikes
The benefits of weight-bearing exercise without the impact.
• Low impact workout that's easy on body and joints
• Arm handles allow for a full body workout
• Lower perceived rate of exertion
• Burn less calories per hour than a treadmill
Bikes vs Ellipticals vs Treadmills
Low impact. High performance.
• Low-No impact workout easiest on body and joints
• Available in upright and recumbent, for virtually every performance level
• Most economically priced piece of equipment
• Lowest calorie burn / hour compared with a treadmill and elliptical
More Info Contained in various articles.
Personal Standpoint:
At this point in time, I have just started working out so I feel as though the elliptical is the best route for me until I'm within the 200-210 range, b/c my body's excess weight does put a tremendous amount of stress on my lower joints. Once that goal is achieved, I will most definatly mix up my cardio routine among different machines, and outdoor training as well.
Treadmills vs Ellipticals vs Bikes
Maximum opportunity to increase cardiovascular, weight loss and bone density.
• Burn more calories than bike or elliptical
• Build maximum lower extremity bone density
• Customize workout with Decline / Incline features
• Minimal impact with SOFT deck technology
Ellipticals vs Treadmills vs Bikes
The benefits of weight-bearing exercise without the impact.
• Low impact workout that's easy on body and joints
• Arm handles allow for a full body workout
• Lower perceived rate of exertion
• Burn less calories per hour than a treadmill
Bikes vs Ellipticals vs Treadmills
Low impact. High performance.
• Low-No impact workout easiest on body and joints
• Available in upright and recumbent, for virtually every performance level
• Most economically priced piece of equipment
• Lowest calorie burn / hour compared with a treadmill and elliptical
More Info Contained in various articles.
Personal Standpoint:
At this point in time, I have just started working out so I feel as though the elliptical is the best route for me until I'm within the 200-210 range, b/c my body's excess weight does put a tremendous amount of stress on my lower joints. Once that goal is achieved, I will most definatly mix up my cardio routine among different machines, and outdoor training as well.