In most cases, ellipticals work on the upper and lower body and is designed to elevate the heart rate instead of building or sculpting muscles. Some ellipticals may only provide a workout for one portion of the body such as the lower body and no moving parts for the upper body.

Some of the most popular ellipticals on the market today include the Weslo Momentum 745 Elliptical Trainer, , and the HealthRider 330 Elliptical

Endurance ellipticals are a brand of Body-Solid, Inc. Since Body-Solid was founded in 1989, it has grown into its 200,000 square foot facility in Forest Park, Illinois.  The company now sells its products in over 100 other countries. The company is recognized as a premier manufacturer of a wide variety of fitness equipment for the home. It is well known for its in-home lifetime warranties.