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Elliptical

A low-impact cardiovascular exercise that provides full-body conditioning through elliptical machine movements, improving endurance and cardiovascular fitness while minimizing joint stress.

Exercise Overview

Category

Endurance

Exercise_Type

Cardio

Difficulty_Level

Beginner

Technique

Step onto the elliptical machine and grasp the handles. Begin pedaling in a smooth, continuous motion while maintaining proper posture. Use both your arms and legs to create a coordinated movement pattern.

Starting Position

Begin standing on the elliptical machine with proper posture, hands on handles, and core engaged.

Finishing Position

Complete the elliptical workout with proper cool-down and breathing normalization.

Form Cues

Maintain proper posture, coordinate arms and legs, control breathing, engage your core

Common Mistakes

Poor posture, not using arms, rushing the movement, not maintaining rhythm

Progression Tips

Increase resistance, extend duration, add intervals, or increase speed.

Regression Tips

Reduce resistance, shorten duration, or focus on basic movement pattern.

Safety Notes

Stop if you experience dizziness, chest pain, or unusual fatigue. Maintain proper form to avoid injury. This exercise requires basic cardiovascular fitness.