Which machine to use in gym?
When the weather is gloomy, not easy to practice an outdoor sporting activity. From then on, head for the gym to maintain its shape! But which devices to go to? It all depends on whether you want to work your glutes, calves or abs! Editus tells you more to choose what you need!
The bike
This device is ideal for people who start a sport , but also for those overweight since the practice of cycling has no impact on the joints. If you are properly placed (straight without being slumped on the handlebars, lengthening the back and releasing the shoulders), you are soliciting your calves, your thighs, your glutes and your lap belt. A complete activity therefore, whose intensity can be increased gradually.
The treadmill
To walk or run, it's the perfect device! In any weather, the treadmill allows you to work the lower part of your body : legs, calves, thighs and glutes. On the other hand, because the joints are strongly solicited, it is imperative to invest in sneakers of good quality. To work the lap belt, you can opt for the "inclined" position of the belt.
The elliptical
This device reproduces the movements of running and allows you to build muscles as well as the legs and abs . For this, a condition: to stand properly on the machine. If you want to work your calves, the back of your thighs and your glutes, keep the heels on the shelf without pressing on tiptoe. On the other hand, if your goal is to draw your abs, adopt a straight position, without sticking to the sleeves.
The rower
Here, the gestures are similar to those made by someone who practices rowing. In terms of machine, it's the best of the best : the arms, legs, abdominal and dorsal are solicited. For an optimal effect, you have to stand up straight and not lean forward.
The stepper
The stepper gives you the impression of climbing an interminable staircase , which allows to work the muscles of the calves, thighs and buttocks. The ideal, to avoid hurting your knee, is to never take off the heels of the device.
A new trend: intensive sport
From now on, the physical activities in the rooms are inspired by the preparations made by the high-level athletes and the military. The goal: to sweat a maximum, even to really suffer, to reshape his silhouette quickly, and draw his muscles.
Among these disciplines, the crossfit . It includes a technical part (where, for example, one trains to lift tires); and a "workout of the day" part, where each participant performs a series of exercises at their own pace (pumping, jumping, throwing, etc.).
Another discipline also in vogue, the bootcamp . Here, the athletes alternate a race on carpet (flat, vertical and sprint), before moving on with exercises that muscle (pumps, squats, slots, etc.).
If the crossfit and bootcamp are fashionable, they are not recommended for beginners : better, in fact, to have a very good physical condition.
At the slightest question, do not hesitate to question the specialists present in the fitness centers , they are there to inform you.