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The lower-body muscles are primarily targeted on elliptical trainer, including the: 1  Buttocks (gluteus maximus) For greater the butt-firming effect, increase the incline. 2  Front of thighs (quadriceps) The elliptical trainer really works the quadriceps. 3  However, thankfully it isnât as noticeable as on the stationary bike.
When you get on the elliptical trainer, you may have a particular body part in mind that you want to tone. Some of the newer eliptical trainers have body-part specific programs, such as âgluteal trainingâ or one targeting the calf muscles. The elliptical trainer does work the upper body. However, it doesnât in the same way weight training will. The elliptical trainer targets a limited number of upper body muscles. Therefore, for a total body workout you still need to do resistance/ weight training.