What Are the Different Settings on Elliptical Machines?
Elliptical trainers are stationary exercise machines that mimic the exercise effects of walking and running. They usually have a variety of different settings available. You can take advantage of these different settings to gear your workout toward your specific goals.
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Types
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Most elliptical machines have different settings to choose from that impact your workout. These include any combination of resistance, incline and various course settings, as well as rate monitors.
Benefits
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Utilizing the different settings on an elliptical machine allows for a more advanced workout. Increasing the resistance will put more demand on your legs. Adjusting the incline will target different muscles. Using different programs will offer courses that mirror real-life running situations.
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Monitoring
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On top of features that allow you to shape your workout, you can change the settings to monitor what you have accomplished, or what you intend to accomplish. You can see how many miles you have run, how many calories you have burned, or how many strides you are taking per minute.
Considerations
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Don't overdo it. Use the different settings to challenge yourself, but don't overstep your body's boundaries. This could lead to exhaustion and injury, on top of an ineffective workout.
Different Models
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There are many different brands and models of elliptical machines with various kinds of settings on each. Precor, for example, sells elliptical machines that include both resistance and incline settings, as well as ellipticals with only resistance settings. The more settings you want, the more it will cost you.
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