Crosstrainer Training: How effective is it and what needs to be considered?

Training with the Cosstrainer is effective in many ways: you strengthen your cardiovascular system, train your muscles and also coordinate and balance.

The training

The so-called cardio fitness (cardiovascular training) can be done very well with a crosstraining. Because: depending on the crosstrainer - also called elliptical trainer - the intensity can be controlled by gradient and/or resistance, of course also by the speed. That's why cross training is suitable for every fitness level. Since the joints are not as heavily strained as when jogging, the training is also suitable for overweight people. Beginners should start with a low intensity. The first increase is then over the training time. For example, instead of 30 minutes, try crossen for 45 minutes. Only then will the gradient or resistance be increased. If you are then familiar with the crosstrainer, you can combine the workout: Crossen forward and backwards in alternation, let go of the arm poles in between - so that you simultaneously train the balance. Another option: Use your arms during the workout to perform arm movements, such as biceps curls, side-lifting and so on. But you should have a good sense of balance. The muscles can be more strained if you increase the resistance. The incline also makes it possible to train certain muscles more intensively: The higher the incline, the more the leg and pomuscles are strained. Important: Train regularly! At least 2 to 3 times a week, preferably at least 30 minutes. Only then is training really effective.

home devices

If you don't want to visit a fitness studio, you can buy a crosstrainer for your home. However, before you buy, think about what is important to you, because the price depends on the equipment of the device. Please note: inexpensive devices are often not so robust, very expensive devices often have additional functions that are rarely or not used at all. On Internet sites such, there is a large selection of crosstrainers to find. A possibility to buy good crosstrainers in studio quality is offered when a new collection or generation of equipment appears. The predecessor model can then often be bought at a much lower price. Before you buy a crosstrainer, it is advisable to have trained on one before. So you know what is important to you and have enough training experience. Conclusion: Crosstraining is always effective - whether in the studio or at home.