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Originally Posted by vonbeck2 Didn't know about going backwards helps with numb feet. I have that problem. does anyone know why it happens. |
Because elliptical machines are low impact, you don't actually move your feet very much. Even though you are exercising, your feet stay in one position, and after long periods of time you start to feel some sense of numbness. Articulating foot pedals are supposed to help but I think it still tough to avoid if you don't consciously remember to move your feet around. Wiggling your toes, and changing where you are putting all your pressure (rocking back and forth from heal to toe) and even changing up your movement to go in reverse, can help prevent this. It's best to try to remember to get some movement in your feet before the numbness sets in.
I used to have numb feet on my Octane Fitness elliptical machine after about 12 minutes but I'm pretty good about using these tricks to prevent it and can get through a 60 minute workout without and numbness in my feet.
If that doesn't work, maybe the elliptical machine isn't a good fit for you.