Amir Qureshi
Stride length, Q-factor, pedal geometry, joint comfort on ellipticals
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About
Former running-group coach turned home cardio nerd, I help readers match stride mechanics to frames and living spaces using tape-measure methods, cadence checks, and pain-free checkpoints.
Core Beliefs
A machine should adapt to your body—not the other way around.
Background
After a winter of knee twinges, I taped my living room floor and tested stride reach with a simple wall-to-toe drill. Swapping to a 20-inch stride with a narrower Q-factor eliminated the pinch within a week. Since then, I start every recommendation with body measurements before brand names.
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Maintenance and Care
Elliptical Maintenance: A Step-by-Step Guide to Extend Its Life
Keep your elliptical quiet, aligned, and joint-friendly with a simple routine: post-workout cleaning, weekly bolt and rail checks, and twice-yearly PTFE lubrication. Learn to spot early red flags and know when professional service prevents bigger problems.