what muscles do elliptical machines work out?
Elliptical machines target the lower-body muscles, specifically working the quads and hamstrings. This exercise provides more quad engagement than walking, working out on a treadmill or spinning on a stationary bike, according to Ben Greenfield of Champions Sports Medicine.
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.