ElliptiGO Metabolic Testing Study In October 2011, the Exercise and Physical Activity Resource Center (EPARC) at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) completed a metabolic testing study to...
Athletes
ElliptiGO for Athletes
Injury: the dreaded word for the serious athlete. It doesn’t have to be, though. Combining the best of running, cycling and the elliptical trainer, the ElliptiGO bike integrates run-specific, low-impact cross-training into one device. Increase training volume of low mileage athletes, keep injured athletes engaged and motivated, and enable the entire team to continue training together.
Join more than 300 Universities and High Schools, 250 professional athletes and 40 professional teams and discover why ElliptiGO has become the new standard for cross-training among performance athletes.
Integrate ElliptiGO bikes into your training program
The ElliptiGO bike has quickly become one of the most sought-after cross-training tools to substitute and supplement runs due to its highly efficient, low-impact running motion. See how you can incorporate ElliptiGO training and guide your athletes to their highest potential.
Research Studies
The Data Behind the Benefits
University-based researchers have published several studies on ElliptiGO bikes. In short, they found that riding our bikes burns 33% more calories than a regular bike and provides a workout benefit that is very similar to running.
University of California research showed riding an ElliptiGO burns 33% more calories than riding a traditional bike at the same speed
Study participants burned more than 1000 calories per hour riding ElliptiGO bikes
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FAQs
What’s a typical conversion between running miles and ElliptiGO miles?
We try to get people away from trying to figure out a formula for distance conversion and focus more on the variables that matter most, which are time and heart rate (or simply using perceived effort). If you’re able to achieve the same perceived effort over a desired time duration, your body will benefit in the same way. Some coaches and athletes will err on longer intervals and sessions since there isn’t the risk of impact that is associated with running sessions.
Do school teams get a lot of use out of the stationary trainer?
More than 75% of our school and performance athletes utilize the stationary trainer. While it is very useful for schools that have colder seasons and inclement weather, it also helps teams in warmer climates to get greater amounts of use regardless of where their team practices. Also for athletes that are less comfortable with bikes, this allows them the ability to get in those higher intensity workouts and grow their comfort on the bike.
How many ElliptiGOs do school teams usually buy?
Most schools have the goal of getting at least 2 units as they realize one of the biggest benefits of the ElliptiGO bike is to allow athletes to train together, which helps with motivation, accountability, and overall enjoyment.
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We’re Here to Help
For questions or assistance, please contact: Jeff Caron, Sports Performance Sales Manager at 207.577.4292 or [email protected]
