elliptical machine: Workout Mistakes That Slow Your Results

Top 10 Mistakes You Make On The Elliptical Trainer

Workout Mistakes That Slow Your Results

As the weather drops, more and more people head straight to one machine in their gym—the elliptical trainer. According to a report from the International Health, Racquet and Sportsclub Association, the number of users of elliptical trainers in health clubs grew sevenfold from 1997 to 2007. And while you may be proud of yourself for making it to the gym and squeezing in some cardio (and you should be!), taking a lackadaisical approach to your elliptical workout and casually spinning your legs while reading a magazine or watching TV isn’t doing yourself any favors.

Here, 10 mistakes you frequently make on the elliptical and how to fix them so you maximize calorie burn while adding fun to your ho-hum routine.