NordicTrack Elite 1300 Elliptical Trainer Review

The NordicTrack Elite 1300 Elliptical Trainer may be a good option for you, if you are looking for an elliptical with a moderate stride length and you don’t need to adjust the stride for multiple users.

Although it doesn’t have all of the bells and whistles of other NordicTrack ellipticals, such as NordicTrack ACT Pro, it does cover all of the basics and can provide the casual user with a solid workout.

The NordicTrack Elite 1300 also adds extra comfort with its oversized pedals, which should provide enough space for just about anybody’s foot. Furthermore, this unit features SMR silent magnetic resistance, which makes it possible to adjust the workout intensity without causing any interruption to your workout. In this way, you can seamlessly adjust your workout intensity in order to meet your personal goals.

With the CardioGrip monitor, you can also quickly and easily monitor your heart rate by simply gripping the monitor and getting a reading. Adjusting your workout program is a simple process with the NordicTrack Elite 1300. With 15 pre-programmed workouts available, there are quite a few options available to help prevent boredom from setting in.

Like other NordicTrack ellipticals, the NordicTrack Elite 1300 features a unique console that allows you to select the program you want with just the touch of a button rather than needing to scroll through several different programs. If you are short on space, the NordicTrack Elite 1300 may not be a good option for you, as it measures in at 78 inches long, 27 inches wide and 72 inches high.

For an elliptical with a much smaller footprint, you might want to try the Lifecore CD600, which takes up 46 inches of floor space. As with other NordicTrack ellipticals, the NordicTrack Elite 1300 is backed by one of the best warranties in the business. In fact, the frame comes with a lifetime warranty and the parts are backed by a one year in-home service guarantee.

In other words, if anything goes wrong with the machine during the first year, NordicTrack will actually send a technician to your home to fix it. According to some user reviews, the unit does have a problem with the frame breaking in the area where the handles attach, though this generally didn’t happen until over a year after purchasing the machine. You may want to consider the extended warranties that the company offers if this is a concern.

In short, the NordicTrack Elite 1300 is a good basic elliptical for the casual user. If you are a serious trainer or if you are short on space, this might not be a good option for you. If you are just looking to shed a few pounds or to maintain your shape, however, it is a great elliptical machine to consider.