If you enjoy outdoor activities such as cross-country skiing, hiking, running, cycling, and climbing, Horizon Ellipticals are some of the most versatile pieces of cardiovascular equipment you can buy to keep yourself in shape.

One of the reasons that Horizon Ellipticals are so popular is because they provide a great aerobic workout with little or no stress on your joints. With a treadmill your feet lift from the pad and strike it repeatedly, causing impact to your knees, ankles, hips, and back. With Horizon Ellipticals, your feet don’t leave the foot pads during your workout, saving unnecessary wear and tear on your joints.

If you’re concerned about becoming bored with your Horizon Elliptical, look for models that offer programs to simulate everything from "walks in a park" to intense "mountain climbs." Choose a Horizon Elliptical with an easy-to-read and understand display that shows important data such as calories burned per hour, distance, and speed. If space is a concern, many Horizon Ellipticals can fold away for easier storage. When shopping for Horizon Ellipticals, wear your regular workout gear and test each machine for about ten minutes to get a feel for the equipment.

Horizon Ellipticals machines burn calories at rates similar to a treadmill or cross-country ski machine. It may be easy to overdo your workout on Horizon Ellipticals because the perceived exertion on an elliptical is lower than that of treadmills and other similar exercise equipment. Like all exercise routines it’s important to warm-up, stretch, and wind down when using a Horizon Elliptical. Listen to your body and stop your workout if you start to feel weak or dizzy.