Killer Home Cardio Equipment?

[ksandvoss]

Hi,

Can anyone suggest a home cardio machine that gives a killer workout? Some of you may have seen my previous posts where I mention that I have ruined my knees from running, and my recent pregnancy may not have helped either. I love Cathy's videos, but I think I need something low impact a few days a week. I'm starting to feel the effects of the high impact portion of her workouts. I have been doing Cathy's workouts 4-7X/week for a year even when I was pregnant. Prior to giving up running a year ago, I ran 6 miles almost everyday. I love the runner's high I would get. It was also a great time for reflection, not a lot to think about when it came to the workout. I would like a solo workout on bike or elliptical trainer that can give me the same effect and really kick my butt.

PS. I have also injured my Performas (butt muscle) from running and squats if anyone has any advice. I'm not sure if I spelled the name correctly.

Thanks,

Kathy

 

[lwseymour]

Hi Kathy,
What about a stair stepper? I bought one for $150.00 at Sears and it works great. I sweat more on the stepper than when I go for a 4 mile run. It's a hard workout if you go for 30 or 40 minutes and very low impact. I know what you mean about the runner's high. There's nothing quite like it and it's hard to replace. My knees are starting to give me fits. Anyway, I know you mentioned bike/or eliptical but just wanted to mention that stair steppers are great workouts and low impact.
Lisa

 

[Bobbi]

Elliptical trainers are great! They simulate running rather nicely with NO impact!

Bobbi http://www.plauder-smilies.de/chicken.gif Chicks Rule!

 

[ksandvoss]

Thanks Bobbi and Lisa. $150 is a bargain. I'll check it out.