Elliptical Training: Workouts for All Levels
Ellipticals provide a low-impact alternative to running while still delivering a high-calorie burn.
They engage both your upper and lower body, helping you strengthen muscles, improve endurance, and torch fat—all in one smooth motion.
The Precor EFX 833 Elliptical features a CrossRamp® technology, allowing you to adjust the incline to target different muscle groups.
Meanwhile, the Life Fitness 91xi Elliptical offers natural stride movement and smooth resistance adjustments, making it perfect for both steady-state and interval training.
Now, let’s dive into specific workouts tailored for every fitness level.
Beginner Workout: Build Your Stamina
Perfect for those new to elliptical training or looking for a low-intensity, steady-state workout.
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Duration: 20-30 minutes
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Resistance Level: 3-5
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Incline (Precor EFX 833 only): Low (1-5)
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Workout:
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5-minute warm-up (slow pace, low resistance)
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20-minute steady-state cardio (moderate pace, keeping heart rate in a comfortable zone)
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5-minute cool-down (gradually reducing resistance and speed)
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💡 Tip: Keep your posture upright, engage your core, and avoid leaning too much on the handlebars for better results!
Intermediate Workout: Fat-Burning Intervals
This workout alternates between moderate and high intensity to boost calorie burn.
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Duration: 30-40 minutes
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Resistance Level: 6-10
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Incline (Precor EFX 833 only): Moderate (6-10)
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Workout:
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5-minute warm-up at a light pace
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3 minutes moderate intensity (comfortable but challenging pace)
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1 minute high intensity (push yourself!)
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Repeat the 3:1 cycle for 20-30 minutes
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5-minute cool-down
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🔥 Why it works: This high-intensity interval training (HIIT) style burns more calories in less time and keeps your metabolism elevated long after your workout.
Advanced Workout: Endurance + Strength Challenge
This routine will test your stamina and build lower-body strength.
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Duration: 45 minutes
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Resistance Level: 8-12
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Incline (Precor EFX 833 only): High (10-20)
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Workout:
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5-minute warm-up
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15 minutes of steady-state at moderate resistance
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10 minutes of incline intervals (2 minutes high incline, 1 minute recovery)
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10 minutes of sprint intervals (30 seconds max effort, 1-minute recovery)
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5-minute cool-down
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🏆 Pro Tip: Use the Life Fitness 91xi’s resistance adjustments to simulate uphill climbs for extra challenge.
Why Refurbished Ellipticals are a Smart Investment
High-quality ellipticals like the Precor EFX 833 and Life Fitness 91xi can be expensive when bought brand new.
But with refurbished options, you get the same durability, performance, and advanced features at a fraction of the price.
At Ace Fitness Equipment, we specialize in commercial-grade refurbished ellipticals, so you can bring the gym experience to your home without breaking your budget.
Whether you’re looking for a beginner-friendly machine or an advanced training tool, we’ve got the perfect elliptical for you.
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