Elliptical Machine
Why You May Like the Elliptical Machine For Exercise
The first indication many of us have that we are out of shape is when there are young children around and we can't keep up with them. It is even more important to be trim and fit when we are older, and exercise is the best way to do that.
Finding a good program when your older can be difficult as you haven't got the flexibility you once had. That's why I recommend an elliptical workout.
This gives you just as good a workout as a treadmill, but doesn't put the pressure on your joints that that does. People with knee problems can't use a treadmill, but they can use the elliptical.
Not only do you get your cardio workout from your elliptical, it is also burning those calories will you exercise your buttocks, legs and thighs. The fact that it is low impact is its main appeal, especially for those who are a little bit older.
Due to their relatively low cost compared to other, these machines are extremely popular for working out in the home. Various programs are on these machines so you can adjust the tension etc to keep up with your improving fitness.
The elliptical is just about the easiest machine to use, but many make the mistake of not using it correctly and don't get the workout that they should be getting.
The elliptical has bars for you to hold to keep your balance; this is all they are there for. Leaning over them means the bar is taking the pressure of the workout as opposed to your body and you will not burn the calories that you should.
If you find that you can't use the elliptical without leaning, I would recommend that you use an elliptical that has handle bars which swing, so you are doing something similar to a cross country skiing motion. You will be steady but getting a proper workout.
Finding a good program when your older can be difficult as you haven't got the flexibility you once had. That's why I recommend an elliptical workout.
This gives you just as good a workout as a treadmill, but doesn't put the pressure on your joints that that does. People with knee problems can't use a treadmill, but they can use the elliptical.
Not only do you get your cardio workout from your elliptical, it is also burning those calories will you exercise your buttocks, legs and thighs. The fact that it is low impact is its main appeal, especially for those who are a little bit older.
Due to their relatively low cost compared to other, these machines are extremely popular for working out in the home. Various programs are on these machines so you can adjust the tension etc to keep up with your improving fitness.
The elliptical is just about the easiest machine to use, but many make the mistake of not using it correctly and don't get the workout that they should be getting.
The elliptical has bars for you to hold to keep your balance; this is all they are there for. Leaning over them means the bar is taking the pressure of the workout as opposed to your body and you will not burn the calories that you should.
If you find that you can't use the elliptical without leaning, I would recommend that you use an elliptical that has handle bars which swing, so you are doing something similar to a cross country skiing motion. You will be steady but getting a proper workout.
By Pam Donaldson
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