Question:
Has anyone used the Orbitrek as their main source of exercise?

I just bought a used Orbitrek yesterday, only can do a minute or two before my legs feel like they are going to fall off. Has this exercise worked for you? What else did you do? I am four months out and down 73 pounds was going to the YMCA but just wasn't getting results hoping this orbitrek will help me strengthen my legs more have a bad knee. Thats for any advice you have.. Alicia    — Alicia K. (posted on March 14, 2003)

March 14, 2003
WHat is the orbitrek? DO you know what the eliptical is? I use that, maybe it is similiar or the same thing. It's kind of a cross between a step machine and skiing. That has worked for me, I have very bad knees, its in my family, most members have had knee replacements or soon will, so it's important that I don't hurt them. But that has helped me alot. if it is the same machine we're talking about- then it takes time to get used to! I did 5 minutes the first time and I felt like I was about to die. It uses your whole body, so its pretty strenuous. Start off very slow, then work your way up. After a few weeks of using it, I can now do 20-30 minutes on it, plus lifting weights. My legs feel stronger and look better and have more energy. Goodluck to you!
   — Lezlie Y.