Spinning has remained popular for several years. It’s one pitfall is that workouts tend to focus on the lower body. Krank, not to be confused with the drug nicknamed crank, is gaining in popularity. Kranking is akin to a spin cycle, but using your arms to turn the wheel. Similar machines are often used in physical therapy offices and it’s a good upper body workout.
The adjustability on some krank models are much easier than spin bikes. Apply pressure to a lever to make the parts move rather than loosening a pin and sliding. The machine also has various ways to turn a rotation. In addition to resistance you can krank one arm at a time, both arms together, or both arms in alternating pattern similar to pedaling a bike. You can also krank from a seated or standing position to vary the exercise and work muscles just a little bit differently.
There really are few aerobic workouts designed to target the upper body. Kranking is one that does just that. It’s a great workout to alternate with spinning or running to change up what muscle groups you’re exercising each day.
Find information at KrankCycle.
