- Warm up with 4 minutes at a steady pace.
- After 4 minutes, set the resistance to 8 and do 4 strokes forward, then 4 strokes backward. Do this for 2 minutes.
- Return back to your original steady pace for another 4 minutes.
- After 4 minutes, set the resistance to 8 and do 4 strokes forward, then 4 strokes backward. Do this for 2 minutes.
- Return back to your original steady pace for another 4 minutes.
- After 4 minutes, set the resistance to 8 and do 4 strokes forward, then 4 strokes backward. Do this for 2 minutes.
- Return back to your original steady pace for a final 2 minutes.
This completes a great alternative 20 minute elliptical workout. Every time you switch directions, you are working your core muscles to maintain balance.














