An elliptical exercise machine and a tread climber are aerobic, or cardiovascular workout options. If you are searching for a piece of equipment that will raise your heart rate, improve your oxygen consumption and help you burn calories to lose weight, an elliptical and a tread climber will provide those benefits.
Elliptical
An elliptical machine will move your legs in an ellipse pattern that combines stair stepping and cross-country skiing. Some elliptical machines also provide handles that you push and pull with your arms for additional energy used, or calories burned. Your feet remain in contact with the foot pads throughout your workout on the elliptical machine, which provides a non-impact exercise session. No-impact is beneficial if you suffer from any hip, knee or ankle discomfort.
Tread Climber
A tread climber is similar to a treadmill, except it has two separate belts and decks on which you walk. A tread climber combines walking and climbing into one workout as the tread belt and deck rise to meet your foot as you take your step. Since your feet leave the machine, you will be participating in a low-impact workout when you use a tread climber.
Cardiovascular
A cardiovascular workout is one that raises your heart rate and breathing rate for an extended amount of time, such as 20 to 30 minutes. You should be able to do a cardiovascular workout continuously at a comfortable, yet invigorating pace. An elliptical machine and a tread climber are designed to be used as a cardiovascular workout. You will improve your heart's function regardless of which machine you choose to use for your workout. Your heart cannot see which machine you are using. Your body simply responds to the demands that exercise is placing upon it.
Variety
A tread climber and an elliptical machine are available with different exercise programs. You can choose from interval workouts, and circuit training to steady climbs or speed routes. These programs are designed to provide variety for your body and your mind so that you will continue to enjoy using your exercise machine over the years.
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