The
position of your feet on the elliptical (cross trainer) influences
the way of working of the muscles of your legs:
-
with the feet as far as possible, the quadriceps work a little more
- with the feet as far back as possible, the
buttocks work a little more
Even
if you tilt your torso a little further, you can see more work on
your buttocks.
The
energy expenditure and fatigue are greater when the movement of the
legs also matches that of the arms.
When
you feel tired, before stopping the exercise try to stop the arms by
putting them on the appropriate supports and continue only with the
legs.
Some
useful tips for those starting to train with the cross trainer.
To
get on the elliptical position laterally, rest the foot on the lower
platform keeping your hands firmly resting on the fixed handlebars of
the tool, then pushing on the supported leg also bring the other foot
on the platform. Only once the movement is started, towards the
front, carefully move the hands on the mobile supports, one at a
time. Never move your legs without having your hands resting on
either the fixed or mobile part.
Keep
your feet all resting on the platform and wear appropriate footwear.
Do not perform barefoot exercise.
Also
for the descent, first stop the leg stroke, then holding firmly to
the fixed part of the handlebar, descend sideways first with one foot
then with the other.
Stay
with your back straight if you suffer from backache.
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