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An exercise machine is any machine used in exercise. These range from simple spring-like devices to computerized electromechanical rides to recirculating-stream swimming pools.

Contents 1 Resistance machines 1.1 Weight machines 1.2 Other kinds of resistance machines 2 Endless-path machines 2.1 Stationary bicycles 2.2 Running/Walking machines 2.3 Climbing machines 2.4 Skiing machines 2.5 Rowing machines 3 See also

[edit] Resistance machines

[edit] Weight machines

Main article: Weight machine

Weight machines use gravity as the primary source of resistance, and a combination of simple machines to convey that resistance to the person using the machine. Each of the simple machines (pulley, lever, wheel, incline) changes the mechanical advantage of the overall machine relative to the weight.

[edit] Other kinds of resistance machines

• Friction machines
• Spring-loaded machines (including Bowflex)
• Fan-loaded machines
• Fluid-loaded machines
• Bullworker
• Hydraulic Equipment

[edit] Endless-path machines

[edit] Stationary bicycles

• Exercise bicycle

[edit] Running/Walking machines

• Treadmill
• Elliptical trainer

[edit] Climbing machines

Also named stair-climbing machines, they works your legs as you pump pedals up and down, much like climbing stairs. Some climbing machines have handles you can push and pull so your whole body is exercised.

[edit] Skiing machines

[edit] Rowing machines

[edit] See also

• Sports Medicine
• Rehabilitation
• Statics