Cardio

Elliptical

The Elliptical offers a full-body cardio workout on a machine, perfect for leg, arm, and core exercises. It minimizes impact on legs and joints, ideal for endurance training or safe, low-impact routines.
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Elliptical instructions
Step-by-step instructions
1
Step onto the elliptical trainer and place your feet flat in the large pedal areas.
2
Grasp the handles lightly with your fingers, not the palm of your hand to avoid blisters.
3
Look forward and keep your spine straight. Do not lean forward or back as this can lead to improper form.
4
Use your entire foot, not just your toes. This promotes balance and works out a broader range of muscles.
5
Start to move your feet in a forward motion, mimicking all the motions of running, walking or hiking.
Step onto the elliptical trainer and place your feet flat in the large pedal areas.
Grasp the handles lightly with your fingers, not the palm of your hand to avoid blisters.
Look forward and keep your spine straight. Do not lean forward or back as this can lead to improper form.
Use your entire foot, not just your toes. This promotes balance and works out a broader range of muscles.
Start to move your feet in a forward motion, mimicking all the motions of running, walking or hiking.
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