There are many advantages to using an elliptical machine for weight loss and fitness. Many people think that the magnetic elliptical cross trainer is safe, does not hurt the knees, and can lift the hips and legs.
However, after buying it and using it for a period of time, there were some problems, such as thickening of the calf, uncomfortable knees and so on.
When these problems occur, the main reason is that the method of use is incorrect, and the posture and force point are incorrect, resulting in a series of uncomfortable uses.
In the following, we will introduce in detail the correct use steps, posture and force point of the elliptical machine.
Step 1: Slowly get on the magnetic elliptical cross trainer
Hold the handrail, step on the pedals, get on the machine.
Step 2: Adjust body position before exercise
1. Look straight ahead, keep your upper body upright, and do not hunched over your chest.
2. The toes are pressed against the pedal position to prevent slippage during exercise, and the position of the left and right pedals should be kept at the same position of the pedal.
3. The knees are facing the front, and the knees do not buckle in or swing out.
Step 3: Posture and power point during exercise
1. Hold the armrest with both hands:
No need to hold tightly, just keep your balance, the outer armrest moves the whole body, and the inner armrest focuses on lower limb muscle movement (can be switched alternately during exercise).
2. Hip extension
Lean your hips back as a whole (similar to sitting back) and feel the force on the back of your hips and thighs. Feel your butt muscles tightening.
3. Hip and leg strength:
Lean your hips back as a whole (similar to sitting back) and feel the force on the back of your hips and thighs. Feel your butt muscles tightening.
4. The knee joint cooperates with the center of gravity to stabilize:
To minimize the attention on the knee joint, the flexion and extension of the knee joint is only with the stability of the center of gravity, not the knee extension. Muscle groups near the knee joint are not involved in the dominant force. Attention can only be placed on knee stabilization.
5. Full-foot landing
The focus of the foot is the heel, and preferably the inner side of the foot. Do not lift your heels up during the entire process.
