October 15, 2008

Elliptical Trainer : Elliptical Trainer Benefits

The elliptical trainers tread motion is similar to that of a stair climber machine but instead of stepping up and down the elliptical trainer steps in an elliptical motion. This elliptical motion produces less impact on the knee and hip joints. This low impact feature is one of the main benefits of the trainer.

Most versions of elliptical trainers have movable handles that let you exercise the upper body. This gives you a full body workout option. Because you exercise in an upright, weight bearing position with an elliptical trainer, you build up your leg muscles.

The full body exercise features and the weight bearing design are what allow you to burn more calories than you would on an exercise bike or treadmill. Although you can get some strength building benefit from the load bearing design of an elliptical trainer, it is primarily made for cardiovascular exercise. You can really get quite a cardiovascular workout with one of these machines. Some people compare the workout to walking through sand or snow.

Ultimately, working all of these different muscle groups will give you a toner, fitter body. The workout is more even. You will also lose weight, tighten your muscles, and improve the health of your cardiovascular system.

Because most elliptical trainers incorporate upper body arms, elliptical workouts tend to involve the whole body and give you an overall better workout - meaning you burn more calories in less time. That’s always a benefit. Elliptical trainers have also been proven to offer a lower ‘Perceived Rate of Exertion’ when working out. This means that you’re doing more work and burning more calories while feeling like you put out less effort.

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