Elliptical Trainer
How to do the Elliptical Trainer with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.
Quads
Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings
Machine
How to do the Elliptical Trainer
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To begin, step onto the elliptical and select the desired option from the menu. Most ellipticals have a manual setting, or you can select a program to run. Typically, you can enter your age and weight to estimate the amount of calories burned during exercise. Elevation can be adjusted to change the intensity of the workout.
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The handles can be used to monitor your heart rate to help you stay at an appropriate intensity.
Log it, see it on your body.
Every Elliptical Trainer set you log feeds Ascend's anatomy heatmap, so your quads volume is visible at a glance, and counts toward your bodyweight-strength tier.
Where the Elliptical Trainer fits
The Elliptical Trainer shows up in training built around a specific goal. See how it fits:
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Elliptical Trainer: common questions
What muscles does the Elliptical Trainer work?
The Elliptical Trainer primarily works the Quads. It also recruits the Calves, Glutes and Hamstrings as supporting muscles.
Is the Elliptical Trainer suitable for beginners?
The Elliptical Trainer is an intermediate-level exercise. It's best once you've built a base of general strength and movement control, beginners can work up to it.
What equipment do I need for the Elliptical Trainer?
To do the Elliptical Trainer you'll need a weight machine.
How do I do the Elliptical Trainer with correct form?
To begin, step onto the elliptical and select the desired option from the menu. Most ellipticals have a manual setting, or you can select a program to run. Typically, you can enter your age and weight to estimate the amount of calories burned during exercise. Elevation can be adjusted to change the intensity of the workout. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.
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