Elliptical cross trainers are a great way to improve your cardio fitness and strength. The combination of the resistance from the pedals and handlebars provides you with a full-body workout.

An elliptical is a low-impact, stationary exercise machine designed to simulate running, walking, or cross-country skiing ...

as Schwinn have announced the release of their brand new elliptical trainer – the 590E – that is said to have one of the “smallest footprints” of any cross trainer on the market ...

The Max Trainer M9 is technically a cross between an elliptical and stair stepper (kind of like the NordicTrack Airglide 14i), but it’s about half the size of a traditional elliptical.

As a runner with on-and-off injuries, the elliptical is the low-impact cross-training tool that keeps my endurance in check. Though your feet stay planted the entire time, don’t be fooled ...