Cardio exercises

Elliptical

Also known as: Vélo elliptique · Ελλειπτικό · cross trainer · elliptical trainer

Primary
Cardio
Level
Intermediate
Type
Compound
Suggested rest
1 min

How to do the Elliptical

  1. Step onto the pedals holding the fixed handles and start at low resistance.

  2. Grab the moving handles and move in a smooth, circular rhythm.

  3. Keep your torso upright and push through your whole foot.

  4. Adjust the resistance or incline to suit your goal.

Muscles worked

Primary

Cardio

Secondary

Quads, Glutes

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