Nu Step

crochetangel65

I was wondering if anyone has heard of the Nu Step exercise machine or if anyone has one?

minniestar55

Had not heard of it, googled it & see it's a recumbent elliptical machine, is that what you are asking about? From comments, looks like it's used in rehab environments, also looks quite expensive...walking daily would be a lot cheaper.

crochetangel65

I had this exercise when I was in rehab for my knee replacement and I loved it. My husband bought it for me and yes it is expensive. I was wondering if it is a good exercise to help with weight loss? I can't walk too long because I have a bad back and I can't stand for too long.

MissusMoon

crochetangel65 wrote: »

I had this exercise when I was in rehab for my knee replacement and I loved it. My husband bought it for me and yes it is expensive. I was wondering if it is a good exercise to help with weight loss? I can't walk too long because I have a bad back and I can't stand for too long.

Anything you like that gets you moving more is great. Weight loss is mostly made in the kitchen though. Adding exercise can help create a bigger calorie deficit, and health benefits are a given.

minniestar55

Agreed...weight loss is all about what you eat. So make sure you are following the calorie recommendation MFP gave you for daily consumption; weigh, measure & track everything you eat & drink. It will work if you do it right. Exercise is for health...heart, lungs, muscles, joints, brain, etc. So important to exercise as well.

pwrfl1

My parents have one and they use it daily. It will help you strengthen your leg muscles and increase cardio. it's more like a leg press machine with moving arm handles. Agree that weight loss happens in the kitchen, but you can't go wrong with building muscle, this increases your metabolism as well as make you look smaller!!

crochetangel65

Thank you all for your help. It's nice to know there is some where to go for answers and guidance.