Elliptical Trainer
- Beginner
- Gym
- Cardio
The elliptical trainer moves your feet through a fixed, sliding stride while the handles swing opposite your legs. It trains the quads, hamstrings and glutes with a smooth, continuous motion instead of a running gait. Beginners use it in the gym for steady cardio or interval work, holding a steady effort for a set time.
- Muscles
- Quads, Hamstrings, Glutes
- Equipment
- Elliptical
- Logged as
- Time
How to
- Step on and grip the moving handles lightly.
- Drive through your legs in smooth, full strides.
- Keep your posture tall, core engaged.
- Hold a steady effort for the planned time.
Form cues
- Push through your whole foot, not just your toes.
- Keep your gaze forward instead of down at the console.
- Breathe in a steady rhythm as your pace settles.
Common mistakes
- Leaning your weight onto the handles. Let your legs carry the effort, hands light.
- Stride shortens into quick, choppy steps. Lengthen each stride to a full, smooth glide.
- Upper body hunches forward over the console. Stack your shoulders over your hips, chest tall.
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