Gyms and fitness

Exercise machines are divided into 2 broad categories: strength and cardio. The former include structures with the help of which they develop strength, increase the tone of the muscles of the body and increase mass. Power simulators, in turn, are also divided into 2 types: block and lever.

Block are designed to work with cargo. In simulators of this type, the load in the form of plates of the same weight is built into the structure. A vertical pin passes through the plates and there is a latch. Such a constructive solution helps to change the weight in steps - 5 kg each. There are a lot of these trainers. The most famous and common is the crossover.

Lever - used for training with free weights. The weight of the load in the form of weighting discs can be adjusted independently. Due to the fact that during training in the gym on such a simulator, the body is fixed and stabilized as much as possible, there is a minimum load on the spine and joints. An example of such a model is a hammer designed to work out the muscles of the chest.

Cardio machines are designed to increase endurance, it is convenient to warm up on them. This category includes such popular exercise bikes as steppers, treadmills and others. As a rule, in the gym for such equipment, a separate place is allocated - a cardio zone. Let's consider its main components.