Firstly, elliptical trainers are very low impact. This is especially important for people who have a lot of weight to lose, or older people who tend to have stiff joints. Low impact work outs also help you recover considerably quicker.

Another great reason is that they can help to correct weak muscles. Quadriceps and Gluteus Maximus are two especially difficult muscles to train. However with an elliptical trainer they are easy to get strong.

One of the best reasons to use an elliptical trainer is the massive calorie burn you will experience with a work out that trains the whole body. Just hop on for 20-30 minutes, two to four times a week and watch the fat melt away.

The last great reason to try out an elliptical trainer is how practical they are. They are amazingly easy to store and hide away when you have guests over.