Gym aerobic equipment competition

 　　With the development of society and the advancement of science and technology, a variety of equipment that imitates outdoor sports have been born. Treadmills, stationary bicycles, stair climbers and other equipment have become more and more popular!

　　Today we will take out the aerobic equipment in the gym for comparison. We will evaluate it from three aspects: effectiveness (improving aerobic endurance, calorie consumption)； Functionality (how well it intersects with daily activities) and usability (likelihood of being present at a local gym).

　　Aerobic equipment in the gym

　　1. Treadmill

　　effectiveness ：A

　　Function ：A +

　　Availability ：A +

　　Treadmills are probably the most widely used machine and are super easy to use. Adjusting the speed and incline is simple and convenient with the push of a button. To be more efficient, it's best to stay focused and let go of the handles while running.

　　2. Staircase machine

　　effectiveness ：A

　　Function ：A-

　　Availability ：A-

　　Stair climbers are another favorite piece of equipment, and there’s nothing more functional than endlessly climbing a flight of stairs!

　　Simulating the scene of climbing stairs, the stair machine can increase the heart rate and reach exercise intensity in a short period of time. It also emphasizes the activities of the muscles in the back of the legs and buttocks. It is a good way of exercise for people who sit for long periods of time.

　　3. Rowing machine

　　effectiveness ：A +

　　Function ：B +

　　Availability ：B

　　Not every gym has a rowing machine, but I think it's one of the most effective ways to do cardio. This is a whole-body, wide-range exercise. About 80% of the main muscle groups of the body, including the legs, arms, back, abdominal core muscles, etc., will participate in rowing.

　　However, the technical requirements of rowing machines are relatively high, and you need to continue to learn.

　　4. Elliptical machine

　　effectiveness ：D

　　Function ：F

　　Availability ：A

　　As the name suggests, the elliptical machine moves in an elliptical shape. The elliptical machine is also called a spacewalker. It can give you the same exercise experience as a spacewalk.

　　The advantage of the elliptical machine is that it has low impact and is suitable for people who are overweight.

　　shortcoming : We put the elliptical underneath the arc trainer because arc trainers offer more versatility. However, such elliptical motion does not exist in our lives, which seems a bit unnatural.

　　5. Stationary bike

　　effectiveness ：A

　　Function ：B

　　Availability ：A

　　Stationary bikes are becoming more and more popular! It is small and does not take up space, so you can exercise well at home. You can freely control the resistance and adjust the speed, avoid climate interference, and use relatively few consumables, and you can still get the benefits of exercise.

　　The most popular group class in the gym is spinning. Using a spinning bike for high-intensity interval training of sprinting and resting can effectively reduce fat. The process of increasing resistance and constant pedaling on a spinning bicycle can strengthen the muscle endurance of the lower limbs and achieve a good overall exercise effect.

　　6.Fan type bicycle

　　effectiveness ：A +

　　Function ：B

　　Availability ：B

　　Modeled like the bicycles ridden by nobles in medieval Europe (with a large front wheel and a small rear wheel), fan-shaped bicycles (Airdyne) are often used in CrossFit competitions to test the cardiorespiratory fitness of players.

　　Because the resistance comes from wind resistance, and it is different from our impression of indoor bicycles, which only require pedaling with both feet; players need to use both hands and feet to turn, so it is a good whole-body training equipment.

　　7. Ladder trainer

　　effectiveness ：B +

　　Function ：B-

　　Availability ：C-

　　The ladder-climbing trainer for both hands and feet advocates using the human body's most natural climbing method to reduce pressure on the lower back, knees and other parts, thereby increasing the heart rate and promoting calorie burning. As the climbing speed becomes faster, it can also improve body coordination and return people to the most primitive movement mode. Unfortunately gyms are not common.

　　8. Ski machine

　　effectiveness ：B +

　　Function ：C

　　Availability ：D

　　This looks like a standing rowing machine, but it actually simulates the movement of skiing. The skiing machine basically relies on the stability of the lower limbs, the exertion of the core muscles, and finally the hand to drive the fan to rotate. The operation of this equipment should be very technical.

　　If it is for speed, it is easy to turn into pulling with hands; if the hands are exerted rapidly, they will not only tire quickly but also easily cause injuries, although there is still a chance to drive heart rate Rising, but whether it is functionality or practicality, it will indeed give him a big question mark. This equipment may not be available in most gyms, but if you have a chance to see it, you must try it.