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Description

Smooth, low-impact cardio that works like walking or running without the pounding, a joint-friendly way to build endurance.

Instructions

Start with low resistance and stand tall on the pedals, hands light on the moving handles. Stride at a pace where you can talk in short sentences but not sing. Step off only after the pedals stop.

Tips

Keep your heels down through each stride. Push and pull the handles instead of leaning on them.

Primary Muscles
Calves

The muscles on the back of your lower leg. They point your foot and lift your heels, pushing you off the ground every time you step, jump or climb stairs.

Glutes

Your largest muscle, forming most of your buttocks. It drives your hips forward to stand up, climb stairs, run and jump, and it takes strain off your lower back when you lift.

Hamstrings

The three muscles on the back of your thigh. They bend your knee and swing your leg back, teaming up with your glutes when you sprint, jump or lift something off the floor.

Quads

The four muscles on the front of your thigh. They straighten your knee and power squats, stairs, getting out of a chair and every step you take.

Equipment
Elliptical

A low-impact machine where your feet glide in an oval path on pedals while your arms push and pull handles. Arc Trainers count.

Type

Cardio: Raises your heart rate to build endurance and heart health.

Skill Level

Novice: Everyday movements on a stable base. Safe to learn on day one.

Engagement Type

Unilateral (Alternating): Each rep alternates between one side of the body and the other.

Past Completions

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