Is it safe to go backwards on an Elliptical Trainer?

sylar6543 asked: I’m currently alternating between forwards and backwards motion on an elliptical trainer every 5 minutes, so it’s half and half. Is that good or bad? Should I be doing less backwards? Is it even worth it?

I have an elliptical trainer, can i lose 80 pounds with it?

becky m asked: I have started an exercise program along with a diet routine, i started this on march 16th and already have lost 11 pounds, i want to lose 80 more. i am right now doing 2 miles on the elliptical trainer along with crunches, push ups, ball squats and other things, any suggestions [...]

I am trying to repair my LifeFitness 9500HR Elliptical Trainer?

Stukish asked: I have a Life Fitness 9500HR elliptical trainer and the pulse monitor no longer works. Do you know how to fix it and where I can get the parts? The panel just reads “0″ but it also knows when I let go because it tells me to “HOLD ON”.
I really want [...]

Will an elliptical trainer help to lose fat all over my body? Including the abdominal region?

Shika asked: Will a workout on the elliptical get me sweating and tired like a good workout should? Where will it reduce fat? Does it help to eliminate the fat on my abdominal region? I’m deciding whether I should buy one and I’m very nervous that being an athlete, it won’t give a good intense [...]

How many years should a commercial elliptical trainer last (Life Fitness 9500 front drive unit)?

Marie K asked: I have the option of buying a 10yr old Life Fitness 9500 front drive unit elliptical from a resale supplier (bought it off of a gym or college). I am unsure how long these commercial ellipticals typically last, so I don’t know if buying a 10yr old elliptical is a wise decision. [...]

Does an elliptical trainer do any good?

shadowkat4646 asked: If I went to the gym every other day and stayed on the elliptical trainer for an hour would that help me to look thinner and toned?
I am a vegetarian, 18 and 130 pounds if that makes a difference.
Thanks!
Oh and I’m 5′8 too

How many calories do i lose on the elliptical trainer?

Faire Shine asked: I weight somewhere between 125-130 pounds.
5′7.
13 years old. [female]
I do the elliptical trainer for 30 minutes every day.
How many calories am i loosing?

For those who exercise, which is better, elliptical trainer or stationary bike?

kim.san asked: I will be using it at home. I have a stationary bike, but I don’t use it that often. When I do, I feel like I’m not working out that much because I’m sitting. I was thinking of selling it and buying my friend’s elliptical trainer because it is more [...]

Elliptical trainer: what’s the difference between light, moderate and vigorous effort?

hermotsura asked: I mean, I work out a few times a week for at least an hour and every time I keep my heart rate at about 160-166, which is in the 80th percent of my target heart rate. It’s quite a workout, but then again, is this moderate or vigorous? If I push myself [...]

Elliptical Trainers. I need a cheap one that still works good

Hope. Dream. Wish. asked: Hey, i’m 13 years old and i’m trying to lose 30 pounds..
I want a elliptical trainer, but they’re all so expensive..
Does anyone know where i can get a cheaper one, that still works good? I want anything thats between 100$-160$
(Please don’t tell me to purchase one online..)
Thanks..