Best-Rated Standing Home Elliptical Trainers | Comparison & Reviews 2021

Best Rated Standing Elliptical Machines * Comparison & Reviews 2021: This is a roundup, comparison and reviews of the best rated standing elliptical trainers. A standing elliptical is used with your body in an upright position, unlike a recumbent elliptical where you are in a seated position. This is the most common type of elliptical, especially in fitness clubs. Most standing (upright) ellipticals are cross trainers, with arms, which build your upper body as well, as your legs.

Elliptical Trainers provide an excellent form of aerobic exercise at home that you can do no matter what the weather is outside. Elliptical machines are easier on your joints than other forms of cardio exercise. These low-impact exercise machines also build arm and leg strength. You can compare each elliptical trainer below by features such as workout programs, reviews, maximum weight capacity, price, and other features. A glossary of terms is available at the bottom of this page.

Best Rated Standing Ellipticals – Comparison & Reviews 2021
(Top-rated Standing Elliptical Machines for home use)

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SmartReview.com Standing Elliptical Recommendation:

Schwinn 470 Home Elliptical Cross-Trainer
The Schwinn 470 Elliptical Trainer is an excellent medium duty elliptical under $900. If you upgrade to the 470, you will get a well built elliptical with a powered (motorized) incline ramp, 29 workout programs, 25 levels of magnetic resistance, 300 lb. weight limit, built-in speakers & Fan, Bluetooth with APP, a Backlit LCD screen. The Schwinn 470 has received outstanding reviews.
The Schwinn 470 elliptical is our “BEST OF 2021” for ellipticals under $900.

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Smart-Review | Top 5 Best Rated Standing Elliptical Trainers

1. Schwinn 470 Home Elliptical Trainer
2. Bowflex M3 MAX Elliptical Trainer
3. Proform Cardio HIIT Home Elliptical Machine
4. Nautilus E616 Home Elliptical Trainer
5. Schwinn 430 Home Elliptical Trainer

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Glossary of Terms

Standing Elliptical = These are the most common type of ellipticals seen in fitness clubs. You are in a prone, standing position when using the elliptical machine. Recumbent (Seated) Elliptical = These type of ellipticals have back support, as you exercise in a seated position. These type of ellipticals are commonly used in rehab, as they are easy to get into, and better on joints. Maximum User Weight = Each Standing elliptical trainer depending on its construction has a maximum user weight limit. More expensive trainers generally can handle more weight. So if the limit is 300 lbs, and you are over 300 lbs., you should not buy this trainer but look for one with a higher weight limit. If you weigh substantially less than the weight limit, this will put less strain on the machine and parts. Magnetic Brake Resistance = Most Standing Elliptical Machines use magnetic resistance which offers resistance through magnetic fields. One type of magnetic resistance is ECB (described below). Magnetic resistance is more maintainance free than those older technologies that relied on friction pads and belts. Magnetic resistance braking is smoother to use is quieter than other types of resistance mechanisms. ECB Resistance = ECB Resistance is a high quality form of magnetic brake resistance. ECB = eddy current brake. This is the best type of resistance and is in most Standing ellipticals. Magnetic Resistance Levels = You can adjust the level of magnetic resistance to adjust the intensity of your workout. The more levels of resistance, the more choices you have in how hard a workout that you can select. Heart Monitor = Most elliptical trainers have a heart monitor (grip or clip on type) which allows you to monitor your heart rate to meet heart rate goals for cardiovascular fitness. Grip monitors are built into the handlebars. The heart rate can be gotten by either a grip pulse monitor, or chest monitor. Most ellipticals have at least the grip monitor, and some have both a grip and a chest monitor. Polar Compatible = A polar wireless telemetry belt can be used for your heart rate. Telemetry Belt = This is a belt that is worn to monitor your heartrate. This can be used instead of the grip type of heart monitor and is considered more accurate. Stride Length = This is the distance between your front foot and back foot at full extension on an elliptical trainer. Workout Programs = Almost all ellipticals have a small computer and display where you can run multiple workout programs that vary the resistance. Some examples of programs are: Time, Distance, Calorie, Hills, Weight Loss, Reverse Train. LED/LCD Display = The Standing elliptical trainer will have a display to give you information (such as time, calorie burn, distance). They can be either LED lit, or use an LCD screen. Many ellipticals have LCD screens that are not backlit, as many run on batteries. If its says “BACKLIT LCD”, then it has a backlight illuminating the screen. LED displays are illuminated screens.




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