Gazelle Glider Elliptical Hybrid Exercise Machine Plate for Home Gym, Pacer or Sprinter Model - Low-Impact Cardio & Strength Training

I purchased an under-the-desk elliptical machine and love it. It has a convenient remote control and different speeds, but it doesn't give me the level of exercise I hoped for. It also doesn't stay in place, and the return period has lapsed. This Tony Little elliptical machine is truly low impact. It mimics the motion of skiing without risking life and limb, speaking of which I tore the ACL in my left knee in a bad skiing accident and was on crutches for eight months rather than having surgery. Although much improved, my doctor thinks I developed arthritis in my knee from the scar tissue and suggested I take up walking. To add insult to injury (no pun intended), I also have slight residual neuropathy in both legs after chemotherapy treatments from cancer eight years ago, although it, too, is much improved (thankfully, no sign of recurrence). What I needed was this Tony Little Gazelle machine, and I remember that my mother had one when I was growing up. A friend assembled it a few days ago, which took 45 minutes to an hour. It is very sturdy, but I asked him to remove the black rounded caps on each end of the horizontal bar at about waist level because although my hands are small to medium in size, I felt a tiny pinch when they were too close to those caps (they seem decorative more than anything else). Once the machine was assembled, I was apprehensive about stepping up on the foot pedals. They are only HALF the height up of a standard stair step and would not be a challenge to most people, but I was concerned about putting pressure on my bad knee. My concern was short-lived after figuring out the best way to get up and down from the pedals while also not risking injury due to the pedals not being stationery. This is what I did: First, while holding onto the horizontal support bar (not the raised arms), I step up on the right foot pedal with my stronger leg. Second, while still holding on tight to the horizontal bar, I step up with my other (bad) leg. Once I feel stable, I grap onto the arms and start moving. IT IS SO MUCH FUN!! I have used it three days in a row, and it is no struggle at all, nor did I have any adverse effect on my bad knee or somewhat weak legs. It is such great exercise for the legs/thighs, butt, and arms and folds up with little effort. NOTE: If you have any weakness in your legs, like i do, it is very important to hold onto a stable portion of the machine BEFORE stepping up and/or down, and as mentioned, I find the horizontal bar in front to be the best for that. If you are looking for a low-impact exerciser that you will enjoy using and that will not just gather dust, I highly recommend this Tony Little Gazelle.

This is great, very easy to put together, very low impact workout! This is perfect for elderly and for me after a car accident to build up those muscles again! It would be cool if the company made them with little loops welded on to tie straps to for resistance on the front and back of the pedals! Just an idea

A great tool for overall health and body mvement. Low impact so easy on the joints and spine. Yet it manages to strengthen your core, spine and all muscle groups. Helps strengthen your bladder as well. It's a life saver

I purchased this for a portable and collapsable exercise that I could use despite achilles tendon problems. Overall, I am very pleased with the design of the machine. It is a very good choice of elliptical someone with achilles tendon inflammation/issues. It is light weight and study. It is easy to collapse and does not take much space when collapsed. I found the assembly very difficult. This was mostly due to the limited wording or incorrect wording on the assembly instructions. I have assembled many things in my lifetime, but this one was a bit difficult. However, one person can assemble this with no problems. It is a good value for the money. I had to decide between a 6 month gym membership to use elliptical machines or to buy one for myself. I bought this. When I used it for the first time, there was a lot of squeaking. I don't know if I need to oil something, but the squeaking is not constant. Only the left side squeaked, and when it is not squeaking it is completely silent. It's a fun exercise workout, and you can push yourself to the level that is appropriate for you. I'd buy it again and recommend it for someone looking for an collapsable elliptical. This is a little bit better than an elliptical for someone with foot problems. It is lightweight but sturdy and convenient.

Due to extreme weather both summer and winter now making it too hard to walk outside, we bought this Gazelle Sprinter for those bad weather days. So far, very pleased! Well-made, sturdy and not complicated to use--just good simple exercise. It took two of us 2.5 hours to assemble, and that was only because the pictures in the instructions were not clear to us. But in all, not a lot of parts and only a few screws to attach with the dreaded Allen wrench (included). Highly recommend for simple exercise.

Very well designed and constructed with care to details and the way the parts fit perfectly! Easy to assemble but please follow the directions so the initial layout of the collapsed machine is in the right orientation. Don't over tighten but tighten in incremental stages as evenly as possibly. This is no problem. As for the machine in use--it is fantastic if you want a light but thorough walking type exercise. The more you use it the more you find ways TO USE it--bending, twisting, squatting, etc. Strangely, at least for me, the time goes fast and you get your 10, 15, or 20 minutes done in a compressed time frame...For a light exercise that works arms, legs, back and chest and keeps your body loose and fit--it's great! I LOVE this machine! And for the truly fine quality the price is reasonable on Amazon! Thanks and congratulations to all parties concerned for bringing such a beautiful machine to market at a reasonable price! Amazing!

I decided to give the sprinter a try after my last 2 vertical climbers broke in under a year... The vertical climber is a great cardio workout. It pushes me harder than what I do at the gym. Too bad they break! Back to the Gizelle Sprinter. Not near the workout of a vertical climber, even with the hydraulic weight resistance, but good enough to supplement my gym cardio. (The hydraulic is a must for anyone in decent cardio shape already... I've read of some hacks but if you try one, make sure it is safe.) I'm just under 6'1 and when I go full stride my legs hit up against the crossbar... Putting your feet back on the pedals as far as you can helps but momentum carries them forward so I find myself shuffling my feet while using. So if you are over 6'1 and in good shape and want to push it to the max that will be an issue. If you are over 6'2 you may be able to still use it and get a workout but just don't fully extend. 5'10 and under may be best. Putting it together was reasonable for the most part, BUT I can't attach the read out monitor so that too bad. So far it is quieter than I thought it would be based on other reviews. Much quieter than the vertical climber... I can listen to music with my computer speaker which does not get too loud. I've had it close to two months... If it lasts a couple of years, (using it 2 to 4 times a week depending on how often I get to the gym) overall, I will consider it worth it.

When I first received the Gazzele Pacer, I tried it only for few minutes after I got it put together. The next day I noticed my upper thighs were a little sore. Hmmm.. Could not believe it. ( this Pacer is silent with no squeaks ) I got on it the second day for about 15 minutes and the next day my upper thighs were even more sore. Wow. The arm workout is very good, everything moving all at once. This tells me it is working those muscles even better than walking which I do as well. This Gazzele Pacer was fairly easy to put together. And if you have a TV in front all the better! Before you know it your done!