Elliptical
Technique guide
Set-up
- Step onto the pedals and hold the handles.
- Choose a resistance you can keep up for the whole session.
How to do it
- Move at an easy pace for a few minutes to warm up.
- Keep a steady effort for the prescribed time.
- Ease off for the last minute.
Coaching cues
- Stand upright with your weight centred over the pedals.
- Push and pull with your arms as well as your legs.
Common mistakes
- Leaning heavily on the handles.
- Setting the resistance too low to feel any effort.
Reviewed by Anthony Markson on 2026-11-01
This is general fitness information, not medical advice. If you have pain or an injury, see a doctor or physiotherapist before training.
Alternatives
Easier and harder versions of this movement, and the same movement with other equipment.
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