#Skiing Machine Exercise

February is Heart Health Month, so it’s a good time to pay attention to how you’re training your engine. ❤️ Josh, Personal Trainer at Ballston, breaks down what the SkiErg is, what it works, and how to actually use it in your workouts. From conditioning and intervals to finishers that hit your full body, it’s a simple way to build stamina and strength that carries beyond the gym. Efficient, effective, and quietly challenging. 🔥 Give it a try and incorporate it into one of your workouts today! Then let us know what you think 👇🏽

The SkiErg looks simple… until it humbles you 😮‍💨 If your arms are dying, you’re doing it wrong. This machine trains your core, back, shoulders, and legs when used correctly. Save this before your next workout! #skierg #hyroxworkout #hyroxtraining #strengthandconditioningcoach #hybridtraining

If you’ve ever walked past the SkiErg and thought “am I doing this right?”…you’re not alone. 👀 The SkiErg is one of the most effective full-body cardio machines when used correctly, but small adjustments in form make a huge difference in power, efficiency, and results. Start tall with a strong, engaged core and soft bend in your knees. Your movement should come from a powerful hinge at the hips, not just pulling with your arms. Think: drive down using your lats, core, and legs all working together. Arms follow the movement, finishing past your hips, then control the return overhead without letting the machine pull you out of position. Avoid yanking with your arms only, or standing too upright the entire time. The magic is in the rhythm: reach tall, hinge strong, drive down, reset, repeat. When done correctly, the SkiErg builds endurance, strengthens your posterior chain, and delivers a serious sweat in less time. Master the form first, speed and power come next. 🔥

Low Impact, High Intensity! Ideal for those wanting to protect their joints, the SkiErg offers a low-impact workout while burning the same calories as running! ⛷️#TFX #Explore #Instagram #Gym

The blind ski erg challenge 🏆 part 1 Dragged in a few members and clients to try to get as close to 100m as they can without seeing the screen! 😎 #skierg #northernarenagym #personaltrainer #gym #hyrox

How to: SkiErg 3 key areas Damper between 5 and 6. 10 doesn’t mean faster, I don’t know why they gave us an option to use 10 Think cheek to cheek, reaching high or pulling right behind you is just wasting energy Keep the cadence high, if you follow the above; Damper 5/6, cheek to cheek cadence will stay around 40-45. The machine rewards a higher cadence Make sure you hit save Follow @evandaviescoaching for more tips & tricks

A cue that really helped me with my ski erg - power from the top, then think of bringing your chest up as your ski finishes. Stand tall through your return. This prevents wasting energy pulling more than needed and helps recover smoother. Wearing @ryderwear use code RACH15 For 15% off!

We’ve added something NEW to the floor at Revitalize Fitness… and it’s a game changer 🔥 Say hello to the Rogue Ski Machine — one of the most powerful, low-impact cardio workouts you can do! 💥 Why You’ll Love It: ✔️ Full-Body Burn – Works arms, shoulders, back, core & legs all at once ✔️ Low Impact – Easy on the joints but tough on calories ✔️ Builds Endurance – Improves cardiovascular stamina fast ✔️ Strength + Cardio Combo – Develop explosive power and conditioning ✔️ Athlete Approved – Great for sports performance & functional fitness Whether you’re training for performance, fat loss, or just want to level up your conditioning, this machine delivers serious results in less time. Ready to try it? 👊 👉 Book a session with one of our trainers 👉 Add it to your next cardio workout 👉 Grab a one-day pass and come test it out Don’t just work out — REVItalize your fitness. 💪

How to use the Ski erg machine.

Finding the correct damper setting on the erg machines is one of the more brushed over aspects of functional training. Here is our manager, Aaron, to take us through what settings will be better suited to different people. Once you have found your preferred damper setting, you will see your progress and efficiency on the erg machines improve! Like this video if found it helpful!

What is a Ski Erg and why should I use it? A Ski Erg is a specialized cardio machine that simulates the motion of cross-country skiing. The benefits 👇 - Works multiple muscle groups, including the arms, back, core, and legs. . - Improves cardiovascular fitness by elevating heart rate during workouts, making it an effective tool for conditioning. - Provides a low-impact alternative to traditional cardio, reducing stress on joints. - Can help with grip strength. We love this cardio option for our clients but not sure they would say the same. 🔥 .