What should I buy, the bowflex TreadClimber or Nordictrack spacesaver elliptical?
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I don't know anything about them but as I'm not a gym person myself I'd say try some exercise DVD's first like Tae Bo. Something Aerobic. Than search around for a good Treadmill on places like Overstock.com or Buy.com.\n\nTruthfully you can really loose a lot of weight without using any of the above, but if you really want to, go to the gym, you can try different types of machines out for yourself, see what works best for you, and than buy something similar.
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http://www.weider.com\n\nhttp://www.bowflex.com
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Try looking at the reviews for treadmills.  http://treadmilldoctor.com is a good website for this.  They are a company that repairs treadmills, so I think that's a good point of view.  They also have a useful quiz about how you intend to use your treadmill to help you figure out how much you need to spend to get the kind of treadmill that would be right for your needs.
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I've had one for about 2 years, and use it all the time in my workout. It may look expensive, but (IMO) it is worth the money. That is, if you use it. Too many people have only used it a couple times and complain that it is a piece of junk. It is different than freeweights, and feels different, but you can get a very good workout from it.\n\nAnother little tip I found out works great: Get a pair of dumbbells to workout with also. I found I get a much, much better workout using both than when I've only used one or the other. For example, do dumbbell curls and follow it with bicep curls on the Bowflex.
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I think you would be much better off buying one. Pilates Reformers are finely tuned pieces of equipment ... it would be like trying to build a street racing bicycle. \n\nEven cheap reformers can be very dangerous to use, it's worth it to invest in a top quality piece of equipment AND hire a trained Pilates instructor to work with you on it.\n\nSince Pilates has gotten so popular, the rate of Pilates injuries has gone way up ... it is very important to do the exercises correctly ... especially if you have health problems. Be careful!
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I have a recumbent bike that is both very comfortable and gives me a better work out than a standard "riding" stationary bike.  I have one that also has magnetic resistance.  As for moving handles, I just use hand weights and that provides a better work out while riding and I can choose different movements during the work-out.
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Probably the exercise bike as it doesn't put a lot of stress on the knee (as long as you don't put to much resistance on the flywheel/tensioner,also make sure your seat is the correct height you want to have a slight bend in your knee at full stretch.
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Try http://www.bowflex.ca/pdf/manual_ultimate.pdf#search='bowflex%20workout%20guide' for a .pdf version.
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THE BEST WORKOUT MACHINE BY FAR IS THE ELLIPTICAL TRAINER. YOU CAN BURN 100 CALORIES IN 8 MINUTES. NO JOKE. I RIDE THE ELLIPTICAL FOR 40 MINUTES, 6 DAYS A WEEK. IT'S AN AWESOME WORK-OUT.
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That entirely depends on your goals.  If your goals is to increase cardiovascular endurance, then the best machines for you are probably ellipticals, treadmills and stationary cycles.  If your goals are to increase strength and muscularity, then free weights, hammer strength and different machines that rely on resistance are more advisable.  \n\nI personally do not think there is one "best exercise machine" but rather a diverse set of tools is best to accomplish a specific goal whether cardio, stength or power.
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elliptical is great!!  It is low impact on the joints and you can get a good cardio work out on it
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the stepmaster is awesome..though a killer on my knees.  I also use the treadmill on an incline.
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Elliptical - less stress on your joints for sure. Where do you live? If the weather permits, find a big park with grass and run there - that's my favorite. I am not sure which would be most effective, though I have worked up a sweat with both. If you get the elliptical and the weather is nice there, you can mix it up and do both. You might take a few friends and go hiking (choose moderate to strenuous trails for the best workouts) on the weekends if this is an option - it's nice to have a change of scenery and get out of the city. \n\nI personally don't like the feeling of running on a treadmill. It just feels weird when I get off it - like I am still moving.\n\nI also suggest swimming. It also has low-impact on your joints and really helped me tone.
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I really like to use the row machine or the escalator like stairmaster for 15 minutes.  They get my heart rate up and my muscles warmed up nice.  Then, I usually run or the use the elliptical for 30 minutes and finish off with a 5 minute cool-down.
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I'd say elliptical would be better on the joints.  You can increase the tension so you get a better work out (though build up to it, and don't push yourself too hard if you're just starting).  If you want to use the treadmill, avoid the running and increase the incline.
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if you really want a home gym, I'd get a smooth motion one with resistance rather than weights. I've seen a lot of friends wear out their pulleys (they derail) that are attached to the weights and then you won't use it anymore b/c it becomes a pain.... Think of a good eliptical trainer or nordic track, that can give you a full body workout. hope that helps.
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Watch Exercising tv commercials and do what they do continually. for the bowflex, all you need to do is about a 100 of each feature a day.