Crosstrainers...

toxicnerve · 01-02-2011, 05:34 AM

Guys/Gals,

I'm getting a little flabby and I need to do something about it. We're thinking about getting an eliptical crosstrainer because it's a non-impact motion (bad knees due to some old injuries) and if we have it in the house it's much more convenient to use vs. going to the gym (tried that, went for 6 months then gave up).

Does anyone have any recommendations on a decent crosstrainer? It doesn't have to be a top-of-the-line pro level one, just something that works/is sturdy.

Want to keep the spend to under a grand...

willhollin · 01-02-2011, 09:59 AM

What about a cross-dresser?

dxb335d · 01-02-2011, 10:15 AM

Gym I need to go!

JLR1969 · 01-02-2011, 11:06 AM

I had a Reebok RE 3000 which was more than good enough. Plenty on eBay and most are in good condition.

Do not buy a new one as you will waste your money and it will probably end up in the garage in 6 months anyway.

Just checked and there are 8 on eBay now.

ed335d · 01-02-2011, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by dxb335d

Gym I need to go!

+1

zltm089 · 01-02-2011, 04:18 PM

gym membership way to go!

willhollin · 01-02-2011, 04:38 PM

Don't need to go to the gym to exercise my muscle.

TMP · 01-02-2011, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by willhollin

Don't need to go to the gym to exercise my muscle.

you sure....I heard Jim is always exercising your muscle?

simples · 01-03-2011, 06:36 AM

how many lbs do you need to lose???

dxb335d · 01-03-2011, 06:40 AM

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Originally Posted by ed335d

+1

Shame we can't go together mate!

Quote:

Originally Posted by simples

how many lbs do you need to lose???

none, I'm trying to put on weight!!!

toxicnerve · 01-03-2011, 10:12 AM

Cheers for the tips guys, I'll take a look at ebay for that Reebok one....

Thanks agian.

TN.

JLR1969 · 01-03-2011, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by dxb335d

Shame we can't go together mate!

none, I'm trying to put on weight!!!

Once you hit 30 years old you will find it easier to put on weight.

dxb335d · 01-03-2011, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by JLR1969

Once you hit 30 years old you will find it easier to put on weight.

A few people have said that to me, what causes that then?

My Mum, and her Family have always been slim though.

ed335d · 01-03-2011, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by dxb335d

Shame we can't go together mate!

Yeah, I'd get you buff

ed335d · 01-03-2011, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by simples

how many lbs do you need to lose???

Defo needs to put on a few pounds - I can lift Carlos above my head

Em135eye · 01-03-2011, 04:36 PM

Buying an expensive machine will NOT instill motivation and dedication.

99.9% chance is will be unused soon afterwards.

If your knees are shot, get physio on them and do some light off road running. If that's not possible, get a bike - both blast off pounds are are much more likely to get you hooked.

And you need a goal - to lose "x" pounds, fit into "a certain size" jeans, etc - vague "I need to get fitter" statements never work.

Unless you have massive personal motivation, working out at home will not work.

Sorry to be miserable and negative but it's the truth.

Get a bike, some trainers and get outside or if it absolutely MUST be at home get a skipping rope (on a soft floor), a punch bag and some home free weights.

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toxicnerve Colonel 97 Rep 2,834 Posts Drives: E92 335d M-Sport Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: UK iTrader: (2)	Cheers for the tips guys, I'll take a look at ebay for that Reebok one.... Thanks agian. TN.
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Em135eye Banned 175 Rep 4,302 Posts Drives: M135i Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South West iTrader: (0) Garage List 2014 BMW M135i 5 door [0.00]	Buying an expensive machine will NOT instill motivation and dedication. 99.9% chance is will be unused soon afterwards. If your knees are shot, get physio on them and do some light off road running. If that's not possible, get a bike - both blast off pounds are are much more likely to get you hooked. And you need a goal - to lose "x" pounds, fit into "a certain size" jeans, etc - vague "I need to get fitter" statements never work. Unless you have massive personal motivation, working out at home will not work. Sorry to be miserable and negative but it's the truth. Get a bike, some trainers and get outside or if it absolutely MUST be at home get a skipping rope (on a soft floor), a punch bag and some home free weights.
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