Treadmills and elliptical trainers, or cross trainers, are two
similar types of exercise equipment. Choosing between a treadmill or elliptical is primarily a personal choice.
For those who enjoy walking, a treadmill is usually the way to go. Using an
elliptical, however, is typically considered a more low-impact exercise. Basic
treadmills are also slightly more economical.
The main component of a treadmill is a long, flat conveyor belt. Once the machine is
turned on, this belt begins to move, and a person can walk in place on it. Many
treadmills also allow the user to change the intensity of the workout by
increasing the speed or raising the incline of the machine.
Designed in the early 1990s, an elliptical
trainer is a
fairly newer piece of exercise equipment. It consists of two pedals on which a
user puts his feet. The feet then move in an oval, or elliptical, path.
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Individuals
trying to choose between a treadmill or elliptical may notice that there is a
slight difference in the difficulty levels of these two machines. A treadmill
is basic and very simple to use — all a person has to do is get on it and walk
or run. These are very natural actions, and no special training is usually
required.
When
first using an elliptical machine, on the other hand, some individuals may find
it slightly more difficult than a treadmill. These types of exercise machines
typically require a little more coordination. After a few minutes on the
machine, however, most people will get the hang of it. Since ellipticals are
generally easy to learn, the difficulty levels of the two machines should not
be much of a factor when trying to choose a treadmill or an elliptical.
You may
also want to consider your physical health when trying to choose a treadmill or
elliptical. Generally speaking, regular walking or running may worsen chronic
pain or injuries, especially in the knees. Elliptical trainers, on the other
hand, offer a low-impact exercise. They are often recommended for patients
recovering from leg injuries, and elderly individuals.
If you
are choosing exercise equipment for your home gym, you should keep your budget
in mind when trying to decide between a treadmill or elliptical. Usually basic
treadmills, with very few features, can be purchased for very little money.
Elliptical trainers may cost a little more.
Although, I personally prefer cross trainer to treadmill as cross trainer gives low impact on my knees, keep my upper body engage in rowing and pushing motions i.e. more muscles group are being used, variety of levels and intensities make my body's fat tissues available to burn more effectively, even at high intensity level there is a rare to be fallen, etc.
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