What muscles do you use on an eliptical?

Answer 1

The muscles that are used on and elliptical are the pectorals, triceps, and biceps when pushing or maneuvering the handles and your gluteus maximus, hamstrings, and quadriceps when moving your legs in the stair like motion that is associated with the elliptical movements.

Answer 2

When working on an NordicTrack elliptical machine the quadriceps and the peroneus, both located in the legs, are getting exercise. Also some muscle groups in the arms will get exercise. The NordicTrack company went bankrupt in 1998.