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Welcome to our comparison of the top elliptical trainers on […]
The Cubii JR2 is an under-the-desk elliptical trainer – we […]
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What is the Schwinn Fitness 470 Elliptical? The Schwinn Fitness 470 is an elliptical machine that is designed for home use. It is a mid-range…
If you’re injured and looking for a low-impact workout option, […]
Benefits of Elliptical Cross Trainers
Benefits of Elliptical Cross Trainers
Meet your daily aerobic activity requirements without risking an injury by hopping on an elliptical machine. The 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommends all adults participate in at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise, such as elliptical training, each week. Compared to walking and cycling, elliptical training results in greater quadriceps and hamstring co-activation, according to a study published in 2011 in “Gait and Posture.”
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How to Calculate Calories Burned on an Elliptical at High Intensity You huff and puff at the elliptical’s higher settings in hopes of torching calories…
Negative Effect of the Elliptical on the Hips The elliptical has long been touted as a gentler and more natural workout as compared to other…
Elliptical Forward vs Reverse for Muscles Elliptical trainers weren’t designed to build muscles. The goal was to create a cardiovascular workout machine that would simulate…
The recumbent stationary bike is the one that has a backrest with the pedals out in front. The main advantage of using a recumbent bike…
How to Workout on the Elliptical to Slim Legs Most people associate the elliptical bike with long, boring workouts. They spend hours on this machine,…
