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 love handles lie on top of the oblique muscles, which are responsible for moving and twisting your torso from side to side. They also act like a girdle to keep your abdominal contents pulled in. While on the elliptical, try rotating your torso from side to side to engage your obliques and tighten your waistline.