buy whatever type of cardio machine you are most likely to use long term. if you like to bike, buy a bike (i'd say a recumbant, they're more comfortable, that's really the only difference, neither is weight bearing). if you like to run, get a treadmill. i'd recommend you not get an elliptical machine unless you have spent some time on them before you buy. using them is somewhat weird... it just feels... odd... to me at least. i start off moving like i'd be going in a forward motion, but end up feeling like i'm striding backwards.
bike's are great cardio. so are treadmills and ellipticals. just do what you like. that's most important.
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