Elliptical (Cross trainer)

Muscles

• Rectus femoris
• Vastus medialis
• Vastus intermedius
• Vastus lateralis
• Gluteus maximus
• Semitendinosus
• Semimembranosus
• Biceps femoris (long)
• Anterior deltoid
• Pectoralis major (clavicular head)
• Teres minor
• Teres major
• Posterior deltoid
• Middle trapezius
• Latissimus dorsi
• Rhomboid major
• Triceps brachii (long head)
• Biceps brachii (short head)
• Brachialis
• Brachioradialis
• Triceps brachii (medial head)
• Triceps brachii (lateral head)

Technique

1. Step onto the foot pedals and grasp the handles.
2. Move your legs in a gliding, circular motion as if running.
3. Use the handles to push and pull, engaging your upper body in the rhythm.

Form tips

1. Keep your head up and back straight.

Similar Exercises

• Assault bike
• Rowing
• Ladder climber
• Climbing machine
• Treadmill running

Equipment

• Elliptical