About this exercise
The elliptical trainer provides a low-impact, full-body cardio workout that raises your heart rate and builds endurance while sparing your joints.
Elliptical trainer workout
Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Elliptical trainer workout.
EasyCardio
How to Perform
- Step onto the pedals and grip the moving handles
- Stand tall with your core engaged and a slight bend in your knees
- Begin pedaling in a smooth, continuous striding motion
- Push and pull the handles to involve your upper body
- Adjust the resistance and incline to match your target intensity
- Keep a steady pace for the duration of your workout
Muscle Activation
Primary
Cardio
Common Mistakes
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About the Elliptical trainer workout
The Elliptical trainer workout is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.
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