There are several factors that can affect how many calories you burn while exercising, including age, height, and weight, as well as the amount of muscle mass in your body. However, one of the most important factors is how hard you push yourself during your workout. If you are trying to lose weight, maximizing your efforts while burning calories will make a big difference in how quickly you can lose those extra pounds. This can be achieved with any cardio machine, but some machines are more effective than others when it comes to burning calories. To help you choose the best cardio machine for your needs, we have broken down which machines burn the most calories per hour.
Treadmill
A staple in every gym, the treadmill is also a popular choice for die-hard runners who want to maximize their calorie burn. With the ability to adjust the incline, speed and even walk backwards, the treadmill is an extremely versatile machine that can burn a lot of calories in a short period of time.
Elliptical
Another machine that is common to find in most gyms, the elliptical is a great option for anyone looking to burn calories and strengthen their legs at the same time. While the elliptical is relatively easy on your joints, you can really amp up your calorie burn by pushing yourself during your workout. By jogging at a fast pace or adding in some high-intensity interval training (HIIT), you can easily burn more than 800 calories during an hour-long session.
Cycle/Spin Bike
The popularity of the spin bike is continuing to rise thanks to popular brands like Peloton and SoulCycle. But the reason it has become so popular is that it offers a great full-body workout that is low impact on your knees and hips. An hour long ride on a spin bike can burn over 600 calories for a 155-pound person.
Stair Climber
The stair climber is known for being a great lower-body exercise, but it’s also an excellent calorie burner. In fact, an hour of stair climbing can burn more than 700 calories for a 155-pound person. The stairs on the machine are challenging, so it’s hard to “cheat” and simply glide down or up as you would on a typical treadmill.
Ski Machine
Despite being much less popular than the treadmill, the ski machine is an excellent way to burn calories and strengthen your legs. In addition to burning a lot of calories, the ski machine works to build leg muscles and tone your back. While it is a more intense workout than the other machines listed here, it’s still relatively easy on your joints. This makes it a great option for those who are just starting out or need to reduce their impact on their joints.
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