Ellipitcal Machine Good Training Mechanism For Cycling?



JamesAA

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Aug 10, 2013
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I don't do the elliptical that much but was on one earlier today. I was using the stationary handles in the middle (not the mobile ones on the outside that simulate cross-country skiing). Anyway it felt very similar to powering thru on my bike, out of the saddle.

Are the muscles used very similar, i.e. is the elliptical an adequate way to train for cycling?
 
Cycling is an aerobic activity. Any cardio will be benefitial whether you're engaging the same muscles or not. Muscle strengh takes a back seat to aerobic capacity and is actually largely useless for anything more than a short sprint.