Some people choose Elliptical to avoid stress on the joint, but Treadmill burn more calories. Next a simple fact calories burn. Choice is yours.
For a 135 pound woman, 30 minutes on an elliptical at 5 mph
Calories burns: 248
For a 135 pound woman, 30 minutes on a treadmill at 6 mph (10 min miles)
Calories burns: 320
Running on a treadmill burns a bit more calories than running on an elliptical. When you use an elliptical, since your feet never leave the pedals, it's low-impact and easier on the joints, but you'll also burn less calories per hour as compared to a treadmill. Since the difference isn't huge, choose whichever machine is the most comfortable, and the one you'll stick to using.
For a 135 pound woman, 30 minutes on an elliptical at 5 mph
Calories burns: 248
For a 135 pound woman, 30 minutes on a treadmill at 6 mph (10 min miles)
Calories burns: 320
Running on a treadmill burns a bit more calories than running on an elliptical. When you use an elliptical, since your feet never leave the pedals, it's low-impact and easier on the joints, but you'll also burn less calories per hour as compared to a treadmill. Since the difference isn't huge, choose whichever machine is the most comfortable, and the one you'll stick to using.
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