28/01/2022
10 health benefits using an elliptical
Thrive gym Mansfield will have free motion elliptical machines.
If you have never used an elliptical you may be interested to read the benefits below ⬇️
- Boosts your stamina and cardio capacity
Aerobic exercise, also known as cardio, is a key part of a balanced exercise routine. When you do aerobic exercise, your heart and lungs need to work harder to provide your muscles with more blood and oxygen.
- Burns a lot of calories
If you’re looking for a way to crush your calorie burn in a short amount of time, jump on the elliptical.
Depending on how much you weigh, this cardio machine can burn about 270–400 calories in 30 minutes (1).
- Puts less stress on your joints
When the elliptical hit the cardio machine scene back in the 1990s, runners with achy joints and overuse injuries rejoiced at the thought of being able to train their cardiovascular system while relieving some of the pressure on their joints.
- Serves as both an upper and lower body workout
An elliptical machine with handles is one of the few cardio machines that can provide you with both an upper and lower body workout.
- Burns body fat
Given that the calorie burn associated with an elliptical is higher than that of some other cardio machines like the stationary bike, it can help you lose body fat in a shorter amount of time. This is especially true if you focus on interval work
- Targets specific leg muscles
You can change both the resistance and incline of the foot pedals on an elliptical. By doing this, you can target different muscles in your lower body, including your quads, glutes, hamstrings, and calves.
- Improves your balance
Weight-bearing exercise can not only help strengthen your bones but also improve your balance. If you stand up straight and let go of the elliptical handles, you can target your core muscles and work on your balance.
- Maintains fitness after injury
If you’re nursing an injury and can’t participate in your regular physical activities, working out on an elliptical can be a great way to build or maintain your fitness.
- Provides a variety of options
Elliptical machines usually offer a variety of preprogrammed exercise routines that mimic hill climbing, interval training, and other customizable options that help you get the type of workout you want.
- Straightforward to use
One of the advantages of an elliptical is that it doesn’t take long to learn how to use it. Although the learning curve with this machine is fairly easy, you may want to ask a personal trainer for guidance if you haven’t used one before.
Why not try using one as part of your workout next time your in the gym?
