Types and functions of fitness equipment
1. Cardio (Aerobic) Equipment
Main function: Improve cardiopulmonary endurance, burn calories, boost metabolism, strengthen heart and lung function.
Treadmill: Simulate running/walking; train lower limbs, improve cardio capacity.
Stationary bike (Exercise bike): Low-impact leg aerobic training; protect knee joints.
Elliptical trainer: Full-body low-impact movement; work legs, hips, arms without joint shock.
Rowing machine: Engage 80% of muscles; exercise back, core, arms and legs simultaneously.
2. Strength Training Equipment
Main function: Increase muscle mass, enhance muscle strength, shape body, improve bone density.

Fixed strength machines
Chest press machine: Target pectoralis major, triceps and front deltoids.
Lat pulldown machine: Train latissimus dorsi, widen the back.
Leg press machine: Exercise quadriceps, glutes and hamstrings.
Shoulder press machine: Build shoulder muscle strength.
Free weights
Dumbbells: Multi-purpose; train almost all muscle groups, flexible for unilateral training.
Barbells: For compound movements (squat, deadlift, bench press); build overall strength.
Kettlebells: Combine strength and cardio; train core, hip power and explosive force.
3. Core & Auxiliary Fitness Equipment
Main function: Stabilize core muscles, stretch, assist posture correction and balance training.
Yoga mat: For floor training, yoga, stretching and abdominal exercises.
Abdominal wheel (Ab roller): Strengthen deep core muscles.
Resistance bands: Portable elastic training; rehabilitation and light strength exercise.
Balance ball (Swiss ball): Activate core stabilizers, improve body balance.
Foam roller: Relax fascia, relieve muscle soreness after training.
4. Rehabilitation & Flexible Training Equipment
Main function: Stretch muscles and ligaments, improve joint mobility, assist physical recovery.
Stretcher: Stretch waist, legs and spine.
Ankle rehabilitation trainer: Restore joint activity after injury.


