If you are in the market for low-impact total body exercise equipment that you can use seated, and you can’t decide what to buy, take a look at the Teeter FreeStep Recumbent Cross Trainer and Elliptical.
Released in 2018, the Teeter FreeStep utilizes push/pull mechanics and a stepping motion to give you a total body workout that burns a lot of calories faster than many other forms of exercise.
Suitable for people of any age and fitness level, the features and quality of the device are comparable to that of the rehabilitation equipment found in PT clinics.
A generous upper user weight limit and an adjustable seat and handlebars make for customizable, very gentle and comfortable workouts for people of most heights and weight.
Keep reading this Teeter FreeStep review to find out about more of its features and functions, and its pros, and its cons.
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Teeter FreeStep Recumbent Cross Trainer and Elliptical Specs
Dimensions – The Teeter Freestep Cross Trainer measures 54″ x 38″ x 52.5″
Weight – It weighs 110.9 lbs
User weight – The maximum user weight for this model is 300 pounds
User height – This model is suited to people from 4′ 11″ to 6′ 6″ tall
Color options – It is available in black
Batteries – 2 x AA batteries are required for the display
Who Will the Teeter FreeStep suit?
Anyone can benefit from using the Teeter FreeStep. It will be particularly beneficial if you have issues with your hips, back, or knees, or if you have previously suffered an injury that is now preventing you from exercising. The Teeter can help during rehabilitation, and it is useful for people who want to do zero-impact workouts.
Being reasonably compact, it is ideal if you don’t have a lot of room for exercise equipment. Being virtually silent, it will also suit you if you are looking for fitness equipment you can use any time of the day or night without disturbing the other occupants in your house.
It will also be a sound choice if you are looking to lose weight fast, with the FreeStep proven to burn 17.4% more calories than recumbent bike workouts undertaken at the same intensity.
Teeter FreeStep Cross Trainer Overview
The Teeter FreeStep Cross Trainer features a virtually friction-free linkage system that ensures durability. Its 
recumbent seat is height adjustable with a supportive back which has three incline options.
The machine’s unique patented stepping action follows a smooth linear path. This movement will stabilize your backs and hips and prevent your knees from moving too far forward, making for stress-free workouts.
You can target your upper and lower body simultaneously, or work your lower body only. With the former, the effort will be evenly distributed throughout your upper and lower body. If desired, you can alternate the focus of the effort.
Lower body muscles worked include the glutes, the quads, the hamstrings, and the calves. By changing your grip and/or rotating the handlebars, you can target different upper body muscle groups, such as your triceps, biceps, chest, shoulders, and back.
If you haven’t exercised before, start with the lowest of the eight resistance levels. As your fitness improves, turn the dial to increase the resistance. The highest levels of resistance will challenge even the fittest individual.
An easy-to-read digital LCD monitor tracks and displays workout metrics including your time, speed, distance covered, and the number of calories burned.
A tablet shelf provides access to an electronic device during workouts, and there’s an easy-to-reach water bottle holder.
Assembling the device is straightforward. All of the parts are clearly labeled, and the tools needed to complete the job are included. The manufacturer estimates that set-up takes 45 minutes, but some buyers found that it took considerably longer.
Transport wheels in the unit’s rear base allow for easy relocation of the Teeter FreeStep if this is required.
This model comes with a 1-year/90-day Limited warranty.
Next, in this Teeter FreeStep review, we will look at its pros, followed by its cons.
Teeter FreeStep Cross Trainer Infomercial
Pros
- The TeeterFreestep Cross Trainer provides zero-impact cardio and muscle toning workouts
- It has a generous user-weight limit
- It offers value for money
- A super-durable construction ensures longevity
- The Teeter FreeStep offers total body strength and muscle toning workouts, plus cardio
- It burns a lot of calories
- It’s ideal for building lean muscle
- It is safe and comfortable to use
- Workouts are very smooth and near-silent
- The machine comes with 8 different levels of magnetic resistance
- A user-friendly LCD shows workout stats to help you monitor your progress and set new goals
- A fully adjustable seat and handlebars cater to people of different heights and build and reduces body fatigue so that you can work out for longer
- Onboard accessories include a water bottle holder and a media shelf
- The Teeter FreeStep Cross Trainer has built-in transport wheels so that you can easily move it if required
Cons
- The Teeter FreeStep Recumbent Cross Trainer and Elliptical doesn’t fold for storage
- The assembly process can be longer than anticipated
- It costs more than some home exercise equipment, but considering all that it offers, it is worth the extra outlay
Teeter FreeStep Recumbent Cross Trainer and Elliptical Summary
If you’re in the market for a fitness aid that will give you zero-impact cardio and total body toning and strengthening 
workouts as it torches calories, the Teeter FreeStep should be on your shortlist.
Excellent value, considering that you are essentially getting both an elliptical and a cross-trainer in the one machine, along with saving money, it will save you space.
Offering a smooth fluid motion and variable magnetic resistance, this durable fitness aid will enable you to get all of your fitness needs covered.
And, being whisper-quiet, you will be able to watch the television, listen to music or an e-book without needing to turn up the volume.
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