Buying a Rear or Front Wheel Drive Cross Trainer
The quality and build of both styles of the cross trainer will determine how well they perform and how comfortable they are to use. It is best to invest in a robust, high-quality model for frequent use, especially if you want a heavy-duty exercise machine that will last for many years. For light use, there are cheap cross trainers available for beginners that will give a low impact exercise and will tone your upper and lower body.
Rear Drive Elliptical Cross Trainers
Sportstech Crosstrainer for at Home | Elliptical Trainer with Video Events & Multiplayer APP | 24 kg Flywheel | 26 Programmes + HRC | German Quality Brand for Fitness Equipment CX640 Exercise Bike
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£599.95
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Tunturi Cardio Fit C30 Cross trainer / Elliptical cross trainer - with tablet holder
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£238.23
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JLL® CT300 Home Luxury Elliptical Cross Trainer, 2021 Magnetic Cardio Workout with 8-level Magnetic Resistance, 5.5KG Two Way Flywheel, Console Display with Heart Rate Sensor and Tablet Holder. Silver
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£379.99
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Sportstech CX608 Cross Trainer for Home | German Quality Brand | Video Events & Multiplayer App & Bluetooth Console | Elliptical with Pulse Belt for Endurance Training & Tablet Holder
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£329.00
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Sportstech CX2 Crosstrainer for at Home | with Electric Generator | German Quality Company | Interactive Video Events & Multiplayer App | Elliptical Trainer, Ergometer + Console & 27 kg Flywheel Mass
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£729.00
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Branx Fitness Magnetic 'X-Fit' Cross Trainer - 14.5 KG Flywheel - 19.5" Stride Length - HRC - Bluetooth - None Slip Adjustable Pedals
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£799.99
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Sportstech Premium Cross Trainer for at Home | German Quality Company | Android Console + Video Events & Multiplayer App | Home Elliptical Trainer 24kg Mass | 12 Programmes & HRC Mode | LCX800
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£1,109.00
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Bluefin Fitness CURV 2.0 Elliptical Cross Trainer | Home Gym | Exercise Step Machine | Air Walker | Compact | Kinomap | Live Video Streaming | Video Coaching & Training | Black & Grey Silver
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Bluefin Fitness CURV 3.0 Elliptical Cross Trainer | Home Gym | Exercise Step Machine | Air Walker | Long-Stride | Kinomap | Live Video Streaming | Video Coaching & Training | Black & Grey Silver
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Sportstech CX625 Cross Trainer - German Quality Brand - with Video Events & Multiplayer APP, 24 KG Flywheel Mass + 22 Training Programs with HRC Function + Tablet Holder + Multifunctional Console
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£599.00
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JLL® CT200 Home Cross Trainer, 2021 Model, 8 Level Magnetic Resistance, Cardio Workout, 5KG Bi-Directional Flywheel, Console Display with Heart Rate Sensor and Tablet Holder. Black & Red
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£239.99
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XS Sports Luna Pro 2-in1 Elliptical Cross Trainer Exercise Bike-Fitness Cardio Weightloss Workout Machine-With Seat + Pulse Heart Rate Sensors
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XS Sports CT700 Magnetic Deluxe Elliptical Cross Trainer - 5.5kg 2 way Flywheel, Tablet Holder, Heart Rate Sensors, Computer (Silver)
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£209.99
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XS Sports 2 in 1 Elliptical and Stationary Exercise Bike - Upright Indoor Cycling Cross Trainer Machine - Home Gym Fitness Equipment for Cardio Workout
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£149.99
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Life Fitness Club Series+ Elliptical Cross Trainer DX Console - Titanium
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£6,995.00
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Life Fitness E1 Elliptical Cross Trainer with Track Connect Console
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£2,295.00
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Life Fitness E3 Elliptical Cross Trainer with Track Connect Console
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£2,995.00
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Life Fitness E5 Elliptical Cross Trainer with Track Connect Console
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£3,995.00
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Front Drive Elliptical Cross Trainers
JLL CT500 Elliptical Cross Trainer, 2021 Version Magnetic Resistance, Adjustable Resistance, 7KG Flywheel, Tablet Holder, Heart Rate Sensor, 12 Months Warranty
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£539.99
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Sportstech Crosstrainer for at Home | Elliptical Trainer with Video Events & Multiplayer APP | 24 kg Flywheel | 26 Programmes + HRC | German Quality Brand for Fitness Equipment CX640 Exercise Bike
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£599.95
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JLL CT600 PRO Elliptical Cross Trainer, 2021 Electronic Magnetic Resistance Cross Trainer For Home, Elliptical Machine, 6KG One Way Flywheel, Console Display with Heart Rate Sensor and Tablet Holder
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£899.99
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Nordictrack New C 5.5 Elliptical Trainer + 1-year iFit subscription included
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£799.00
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Sportstech Premium Cross Trainer for at Home | German Quality Company | Android Console + Video Events & Multiplayer App | Home Elliptical Trainer 24kg Mass | 12 Programmes & HRC Mode | LCX800
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£1,109.00
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Matrix Fitness Commercial A3XE Ascent Elliptical Trainer
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£9,354.00
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Matrix Fitness Commercial E1XE Elliptical Cross Trainer
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£6,234.00
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Star Trac E-CTe E Series Cross Trainer (With Embedded Touchscreen)
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£11,442.00
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Star Trac E-CTi E Series Cross Trainer (With Personal Viewing Screen)
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£9,354.00
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Rear Wheel Cross Trainers
On a rear-drive cross trainer, your body is positioned towards the centre of the machine whereas on a front-drive model you tend to lean forward. Trainers compare this action as resembling an uphill hike with legs tending to move in a steeper like fashion. The difference in style does not mean it will affect your workout in any way as both types of cross trainer provide an excellent way of keeping fit and burning calories.
Elliptical trainers continue to grow in popularity and there are many to choose from on the market. Low price rear-drive models from popular makes such as Body Sculpture, Beny Sports V-Fit, Marcy, York and Reebok start from just over £100. Higher end models from leading fitness brands such as Life Fitness and Precor offer award-winning home versions of popular health club ellipticals. Something like the Life Fitness CSX Club series (X9i) is just over £3000.
Front Wheel Cross Trainers
Front-drive cross-trainers were introduced more recently and due to the location and mechanics of the parts can work out more expensive. Just like the rear-drive cross trainers they exercise muscle groups simultaneously. This provides an intense workout in less time for faster results. Their dual lever action is designed to provide a cardiovascular workout with minimal impact on the joints rather than build muscles.
Brands such as Horizon Fitness, Nordic Track, Fuel Fitness, Bremshey, Vision Fitness and Tunturi produce high-quality cross trainers starting from around £400 going up t0 £3000 depending on what features are available. In the end whichever cross-trainer you go for will be down to your personal preference, fitness requirements and of course budget.
Fortunately, many stockists make it easy to shop by price, brand, best selling and most popular. John Lewis & Partners stock a good range of front and rear drive cross-trainers with a full description and specification for each model. Gym World also stocks a range of high-end commercial cross trainers with installation options available. In addition, they have a good range of combat sports accessories such as boxing gloves, punchbags and martial arts equipment.