Nadia used to run a lot, but her knees have been bothering her lately. She wants to purchase a piece of fitness equipment that will help her keep up her cardio endurance levels while not putting a lot of pressure on her knees and joints. What is the BEST purchase for Nadia to make?

Question

an adjustable plate-loaded barbell

a nautilus machine

a treadmill

an elliptical trainer

Answer 1

For Nadia, the best purchase would be an elliptical trainer. Ellipticals provide a low-impact workout that minimizes stress on the knees and joints while still allowing for effective cardiovascular exercise. This can help her maintain her cardio endurance without exacerbating her knee issues.

In contrast, the treadmill may lead to more impact on her knees, and the other options, like a plate-loaded barbell or a nautilus machine, may not focus primarily on cardiovascular fitness.