Ironman Elliptical Machine

Ironman elliptical trainers are owned and manufactured by Keys Fitness, a well respected name in the fitness industry. Keys also owns the CardioMax, Alliance, HealthTrainer and of course the Keys Fitness brand names.

If you're just trying to lose a few pounds and possess a leaner body image, a low-impact elliptical trainer is the best device on the market that you can find. Made out of solid steel, the elliptical trainer from Ironman offers a wonderful exercising experience. It improves on your balance, muscular strength, flexibility and weight management.

When you select an elliptical machine, you want to gain several things. First, you want the unit to provide you with the level of performance that you know is needed. That means that the elliptical machine needs to provide for the level of workout that you need and want to have. You will find that the Iron Man models on the market are able to provide for a high level of quality that will give you years of workout benefits.

Center Drive Technology - This is feature found only on some newer Ironman models like the Ironman Achiever and the CDT Elliptical. Instead of a large flywheel out in front or behind you, there are 2 smaller flywheels on either side of you. According to Ironman, this helps to ensure proper workout posture. It also gives you a smaller footprint if you are short on space. This 2 side flywheel design is also found on several other brands like Nordic Track and Proform.

Longer Stride Lengths - While older economy Ironman models had really short stride lengths (14 - 16 inches), some new higher end models have actually come out with 21 inch stride lengths. A longer stride length more accurately mimics your body's natural motion and can give you a more efficient workout. While 21 inches may be a bit uncomfortable for shorter users (under 5'4"), many people like the feel of a longer stride.