Elliptical Trainer

oec:elliptical-trainer

A low-impact cardiovascular exercise that drives linked pedals and handles to simulate running without foot strikes.

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Also called: Elliptical, Cross Trainer, Elliptical Cross-Trainer

How to do it

Step carefully onto the foot pedals one foot at a time while holding the stationary handles for balance.
Stand upright with your core braced and grasp the moving handlebars with a comfortable neutral grip.
Select your program, resistance, and incline on the machine console.

Push downward and forward with one leg while simultaneously pushing the opposite handlebar forward and pulling the same-side handlebar back.
Allow the pedals to guide your feet in a smooth, continuous elliptical path.
Transition seamlessly into pushing with the other leg to maintain a steady, rhythmic cadence.
Keep your heels grounded on the pedals rather than driving purely through the toes.

Breathe rhythmically in sync with your stride rate, matching breaths to foot cycles.

Excessive leaning on the console or stationary handles, reducing muscular engagement.: Maintain an upright posture and let your legs and core support your body weight.
Pedaling exclusively on the balls of the feet with elevated heels, placing undue strain on the calves and knees.: Keep your feet flat against the pedals and drive through the midfoot and heel.
Setting the resistance too low and relying entirely on machine momentum.: Increase resistance to maintain controlled, muscular pedal strokes at a steady cadence.

Wait for the pedals and levers to come to a complete stop before attempting to dismount the machine.

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