Cardio, Diet, Exercise, Gym, Healthy Living, Motivation, Weight Loss Elliptical Machine About to Kick the Bucket July 1, 2012 Nutrition Map 3 Comments So my 6 year old elliptical machine has now decided to remain permanently stuck on the highest incline. Are the workout Gods telling me I wasn’t working out to my fullest potential? I think it may be time to purchase a new machine.