Nordic Track started out 20 years ago with the ever popular Nordic track skier. This was the first of it's kind and is still a classic piece of exercise equipment.
It similates a cross country skiing motion and allows you to work for your arms and legs (or just your legs if you don't want the upper body workout).
Just like cross country skiing, it burns alot of calories and can tone your overall body very quickly.
Quick Stats:
Price: $599 (Regular $799)
Adjustable hip pad
7 resistance levels
Foam grip handlebars
Strengths:
Total Body Workout - The Nordic Track ski machine works both your arms and legs giving you an overall total body workout. This can get you faster results in less time and is great for crosstraining.
Plus the skier also offers you a no-impact workout that is easy on the joints.
High Calorie Burning - Most of the user reviews we read of this machine admitted that the Nordic Track skier helped them lose weight and tone up extremely quickly.
Having personally used a Nordic Track Ski Machine some years ago, I can agree. I noticed my pants were loose within 4 days of using it. I also noticed I began to sweat very quickly within minutes of using this machine (which a personal trainer tells me means I'm burning more fat).
Holds Up Well Over the Long Run - Several user reviews commented on how their ski machine had lasted them 5 to 7 years and was still going strong. Considering the price ($599), this is quite a feat for a budget piece of equipment.
Weaknesses:
The skiing motion (especially if you're not used to it) can take some getting used to. It definitely doesn't have the natural feel of walking on a treadmill. But if you're committed to it, you'll get used to the motion fairly quickly.
Exercise boredom is a problem for ANY machine so it's recommended that you place the skier in front of a television or purchase a reading rack for it.
Conclusion:
The Nordic Track skier is ideal if you want to lose weight and tone up very fast. It's excellent for crosstraining and provides very low impact on the joints. It also burns a lot of calories in very little time which would be ideal for the time-pressed exerciser who doesn't have a lot of time to waste.
Where To Buy At A Discount:
You can buy the NordicTrack Classic Skier direct from the Manufacturer. You can read more user reviews and they're currently offering Free Shipping which will save you about $75.
