Looking for the best elliptical? There’s never been a better time to shop for elliptical trainers. This years new models are better than ever with some new features you’ve never seen before.

In a rush to stay competitive every year, newer models come out from manufacturers, many of which add features that improve your workout. These features promise to help make your workouts a lot more comfortable and effective.

So what can you expect? This article will go over the latest features you’ll find in the best elliptical trainers for this year.

#1 Ergonomically Correct Footpedals

Manufacturers are playing around with the footpedal angles and design. Instead of the older flat, stationary elliptical foot pedals you used to find, you can now find models with articulating footpedals (which follow the natural motion of your ankle and keeps it in neutral alignment).

There are footpedals that can be adjusted backwards and forward (so you can choose a comfortable ride no matter what your height). And finally there’s even footpedals that let you change the angle of the toe-heel slope. This means you can tailor the elliptical motion to an angle that feels right for you.

#2 More Comfortable Alignments Between Footpedals and Arm Bars

Older ellipticals were a mixed bag. If you got stuck with a cheaper department store machine very often you’d end up leaning on the handrails and performing what felt like a very unnatural motion (and actually burning less calories).

Today’s manufacturers are making their machines to mimic a more natural feel – keeping your body in neutral alignment. This means closer spaced foot pedals and standing more upright on the elliptical.

It also means a proper ratio of resistance between arm bars and foot pedals. These things can help reduce the stress on your joints and cut down on workout injuries.

#3 That’s Entertainment!

The entertainment options on today’s ellipticals are a huge improvement from a few years ago. Today you can get iPod docks with console speakers. So you can connect your iPod to the console and listen to your favorite tunes through the speakers.

You can also get specialized workouts designed by personal trainers (even famous ones!) that focus on specific goals like toning or calorie burning. And some machines can even connect to the wireless internet in your home to help you track your results, count calories or download new workouts.

Other trends in the newer models are longer stride lengths (a longer stride helps you more fully work your leg muscles), adjustable strides so everyone can choose the stride that feels comfortable for them, heavier flywheels (the heavier the flywheel the smoother your ride) and even workout tracking journals.

So those are what you can expect on some of the best ellipticals on the market this year. Most manufacturers do produce new models every year and most of these 2011 models are now available for sale.

Even thought you’re searching for your best elliptical machine, keep in mind however that everyone has different needs. If you’re looking to find the best elliptical for your home, take your time, and educate yourself on what’s out there first. Then you’ll be in a good position to choose the best machine for you.

Author Bio: Vienna Miller writes for Elliptical Trainer Reviews a site helping you find a better elliptical trainer for less. For the latest Elliptical ‘Best Buys’ with reviews and discount links visit Best Ellipticals

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