Want to give your child a head start on lifelong fitness? Consider children's sports and other kid-friendly physical activities. With your encouragement and support, chances are a few sports will spark your child's interest.
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.
The National Academy of Sports Medicine says that elliptical machines work out the heart and the leg muscles with roughly the same intensity as a treadmill. By giving your heart and lungs a healthy workout, regular elliptical exercise improves blood flow and overall stamina.