As if getting yourself to the gym didn’t take enough mental power, once you get there you’re faced with a building full of equipment to navigate. You narrow down your workout plan to cardio, which helps, but then find yourself staring down a handful of machines that will all get the job done.
Should you hop on the treadmill? Maybe the elliptical or stationary bike is a better option. You have heard the StairMaster is a real calorie burner. Which workout is your best bet?
It turns out they all are — but for different reasons.
“The first step in identifying the best cardio machine is to get clear on your goals,” says Rachel Southard, Director of Personal Training Operations for Anytime Fitness. “Are you training for performance; want to run a marathon or compete in a fitness competition? Are you training for health benefits; do you need to lower your blood pressure or get your diabetes under control? Are your goals more aesthetic; do you just want to feel confident in your two piece at the pool this summer? How you answer those questions would determine the best cardio machine for you.”
Source : nbcnews
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