Elliptical/Treadmill

s_fehr

Why is it that the elliptical seems like a much easier workout but burns more calories than the treadmill? Also, if i use the elliptical will it help build my endurance so i can become better at running?

dinamadden

i dont know about you, but the elliptical absolutely kills me after 5 minutes, yet i can jog on the treadmill for upto 15 minutes...
elliptical does use more muscles however.
i prefer the treadmill because i also run on the days when im not at the gym, and it helps increase my endurance, for inclines and stuff

seekingstrengthX2

Yes. You can build your cardio endurance by doing the elliptical, cycling, whatever. This is what I did. I used to be a HORRIBLE runner, couldnt do it for nothing. I cycled and did the elliptical a lot until I felt my heart and lungs were in great shape, then tried running again. It made a huge difference for me.

myrestlessfeet

I used to find the elliptical really hard, when I started working out I can barely last 10 minutes now I can go straight for 30 minutes. I think the elliptical helps build endurance for cycling though I could be wrong.