Trainer (Elliptical)

Level
intermediate
Equipment
elliptical
Category
cardio
Primary Muscles
Trainer (Elliptical)Trainer (Elliptical)

A low-impact cardiovascular exercise machine that simulates walking or running while reducing stress on joints.

Instructions

  1. Step onto the elliptical machine with your feet positioned on the pedals and hands on the handles.
  2. Select your desired settings from the machine menu such as difficulty level, duration, or program.
  3. You can enter your age and weight for the machine to estimate calories burned.
  4. Begin by pushing off with one foot while pulling back with the opposite arm in a natural striding motion.
  5. Maintain a steady, controlled cadence throughout your workout.
  6. Adjust the elevation if available to increase or decrease workout intensity.
  7. Monitor your heart rate using the built-in sensors on the handles.

Tips

  • Maintain upright posture without leaning heavily on the handles.
  • Use the handles for balance but avoid relying on them for support.
  • Start with a warm-up period at lower intensity.
  • Increase resistance or incline to vary intensity and target muscles differently.
  • The elliptical is ideal for cardio training while minimizing joint impact.

Recommended starting values

Sensible novice starting points for each goal, for a lifter aged 25–40. Scale down for smaller frames or older lifters. Treat the first set of any session as a discovery set.

Goal Sets Distance
Gain strength 3 300 m
Build muscle 3 700 m
Build endurance 3 1.3 km