I want to buy an elliptical exercise machine but I am very confused which one to buy. I bought one at Sports Authority but it got broken within one month. Could anyone recommend me a strong, durable and not very expensive elliptical?

we bought the same one our gym had about 5 years ago. It's a reebok I think. We got it at All About Fitness.

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Proud to say I haven't shopped at a Wal-Mart since Sept 2003

As a gym freak, I think I can guide you.

Most of the stuff sold at mass market retailers is absolute crap. It will not last if you use it seriously.

Go to a gym for a free trial. Most will give you a week. Do not sign anything.

See what equipment you like. Try epinions for ratings.

Good equipment is costly but will last. I work out an hour to an hour and a half daily on a Tectrix stairclimber or a Stairmaster 4000PT. Both are professional grade. We own the Stairmaster unit.

As an alternative, some gyms have great deals. Planet Fitness has a deal now in my town for a guaranteed $10/month for 3 years, $30 initiation, and no commitment. Just don't sign any contract with a commitment, no matter what you're told about easy cancellation. If it ain't in writing, it ain't so.

Good luck and good health.

We bought a Schwinn (model #438) about a year ago and have been happy with it. It gets moderate use about 5 days a week. I think we paid around $800, but I don't remember for sure. It was 'last years's model', so it was less expensive that the 'new improved' one that had just come out. DH did a lot of research and found that the Schwinn's were the best quality of the models priced under $1000.

Sarah.....mom to Jason & Devin

We just bought a life cycle after wearing out our nordic track, Keep in mind when buying, If you buy cheap it wont last. If you work our everyday will make an impact on the life.
Just my 2 cents

I bought a Precor (the same model that I used at the gym) elliptical trainer over six years ago. I use it 6 -7 days a week for an hour at a time. It's still as good as new (I figured at $500/year around here for a gym membership, it paid for itself after about 4-1/2 years). If you're sure that you'll use it consistently, it's definitely worth it to buy a good quality piece of equipment.

Andrea

Precor's a good gym grade machine.

Thanks to everyone for giving their valuable advice.