Types and functions of fitness equipment

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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.

Types and functions of fitness equipment

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.