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Get a barbell instead of an elliptical. Read the FAQ and start doing some basic exercises. You can get a complete body workout with just a barbell.

You can run or swim or take an actual bike ride for cardio.

I think you will get the feedback you are looking for much quicker if you include weightlifting. It takes a long time to get body changing results, but atleast with weight training you can see strength changes much sooner.

If you want to lose fat, then diet is going to be the most important part. The more strict you are the faster you will see results. Start counting all your calories so you can figure out what your body needs and go from there.

If you are dedicated with your diet and you do it properly then you will definatly see big results in a few months.