Elliptical Cross Trainers for Hire
Cross Training has become a general description of an exercise where the user is standing, or sometimes sitting, whilst exercising both the upper and lower body. The feet move in an “elliptical” way, so the use of this word has become popularised.
It is an aerobic exercise, with benefits including cardiorespiratory fitness, fat loss and muscle toning. The main benefit compared to running on a treadmill is the minimal impact on the joints, since the feet stay in contact with the footplates at all times. Most models have programmes to make the training interesting. There are two styles of Elliptical that we hire for home use:
Rear - drive
The main motor housing is at the rear, and the footplates are angled quite acutely. This has the effect of raising the user’s heels so the calves are not too intensively trained. Many of the cheap domestic Ellipticals are rear drive, but for hire we find they are less popular.
Front - drive
The main motor housing is at the front, and the footplates are angled less acutely. This results in a more intense workout for the calves, similar to running. Some domestic front-drive Ellipticals have a space-saving folding mechanism. We hire more of these as the action is more natural.
Cross training is easy to perform as there is no technique, and also the joints experience minimal impact throughout.
Cross Trainer rental is ideal as these machines are quite large – it is often best to see how much space the machine takes up in the home before buying one.
When hiring a fitness machine like an elliptical, it is a chance to get fit at home even if you have a gym membership too. Just train at a time that is convenient to save travelling.
What is the best cross trainer brand? There are many to choose from, but look for a long warranty and good reviews. And visit our fitness showroom in Hampshire if possible.
Over the years, cross trainers have become almost as popular as treadmills, and for a family unit they are accessible to almost everyone as no technique is required, unlike running.
There are several versions of cross trainer that work slightly differently – ascent trainers, arc trainers and incline trainers plus HiiT machines.
