First of all, they have different functions.
1, elliptical training machine In general fitness clubs, elliptical training machine is a very common cardio-pulmonary fitness training tool, and it is also widely loved by users.
2. Treadmill is driven by the friction between the runner's feet and the running belt. Simply put, the electric treadmill is driven by a motor to run.
Second, they have different characteristics.
1, the biggest feature of the elliptical machine is that the knee joint has no focus when the human body exercises with it. Using elliptical machine for exercise can not only prevent, reduce and relieve cervical spondylosis, scapulohumeral periarthritis and upper back pain, but also avoid the impact force generated during running, and better protect joints, thus having a better safety factor.
2. The treadmill drives the running belt through the motor, so that people can run or walk passively at different speeds. Because of the passive formation of running and walking, running and walking on the electric treadmill saves a pedaling action compared with ordinary running and walking. It is precisely this that makes everyone who walks and runs on the electric treadmill feel very relaxed and consumes more energy than ordinary walking and running.
Third, their roles are different.
1, elliptical function exercises and stimulates sciatic nerve regulation, enhances the endurance and strength of waist muscles, and achieves the effect of body shaping by stimulating buttocks, thighs, side waist and lower abdomen.
2. Running on the treadmill consumes about half as much physical strength as running on the road, which means that the best exercise effect is obtained with less physical strength. Many multifunctional treadmills have built-in running programs, so you can choose different exercise methods according to your own situation to achieve the maximum exercise effect.
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