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Treadmills are made to encompass the need to increase your heart rate, and contribute to your overall health. An elliptical will provide similar benefits, but will target the leg muscles more specifically.

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Both treadmills and elliptical are great for exercise. An elliptical machine will work out a larger portion of your body i.e. an elliptical acts as a treadmill and a stair stepper, a two in one workout.


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How can tell me which the best elliptical vs. treadmill?

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What's the most affordable brand of elliptical machine?

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