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.
It also can help improve range of motion of the knee, depending on how high the seat is set. Elliptical machines are a great way to transition from an exercise bike to walking however as they disperse the ground reaction forces that would normally be delivered to the knee joint in an upright or walking pattern.