Elliptical Trainer
Step on, take a light grip on the handles, and keep the stride smooth through the whole foot. Drive the handles actively and stand tall. Low-impact steady-state cardio for the legs and lungs.
Muscles worked
Primary
Equipment
Elliptical
How to do it
- Step onto the pedals and take a light grip on the handles.
- Start easy for several minutes before increasing effort.
- Push through the whole foot and keep the stride smooth.
- Drive the handles with the arms instead of letting them ride along.
- Hold the planned pace or resistance without rushing early.
- Reduce effort gradually before stopping.
Watch for
- Leaning on the handles and unloading the legs.
- Letting posture collapse as fatigue rises.
- Heels lifting off the pedals.
Breathing
Breathe rhythmically and keep enough control to match the session goal.
Tip
Increase resistance rather than speed if the stride starts to bounce.
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