Using the elliptical was never comfortable or natural. Finally, I caught on to what "elliptical" meant. I knew the meaning of the word but not in relation to the machine I had or the machine a person sits on. I know, pretty dumb.
The motion of the elliptical was not working for me because I was trying to pedal. Like a bike. At times, it seemed I stalled even though I was trying. Then, when I stalled it was as though the machine was trying to back pedal. I was hating the whole thing--the elliptical motion.
One day, somehow I hurt my ankle. So, the elliptical motion was painful even though walking was and no problem. I solved all this.
I am returning the elliptical and getting a machine that pedals like a bike. The upside of that is the pedal machine is about $100 cheaper!
For some reason, the last two orders from Amazon have not been successful. One order was for grandchildren, so I suppose I am in trouble!
Some of the dishes in the sink were in a dishpan that was so coated and nasty. I was afraid Tommy would want to keep it. There is nothing wrong with it. But, I was not going to stand and scrub it. I asked him if he wanted to keep it. "No." Good.
Has anyone used an elliptical and found it unsatisfactory as far as the motion?
Was it seated or standing. I adore the recumbent elliptical. Biking motion is awful for the knees.
ReplyDeleteBarb,
DeleteOh no! The elliptical was hurting my hurt ankle. So, maybe I cannot use this either. However, I must use one of these or something else. Any suggestions?
I wonder if a visit to s physical therapist to watch how you use and correct your motion would be of help before you return.
ReplyDeleteSAM,
DeleteI asked for a referral to a physical therapist appointment to have guidance with motion and improving my flexibility. Then, Covid came and I decided not to go until later. I have called and asked for a new prescription. I will return this and can reorder if necessary. I only have less than two weeks to return it.
I would love to purchase your elliptical machine, I miss mine.
ReplyDeleteUrspo,
DeleteRemember, this is for sitting only. A person cannot stand on it.