In an industry-financed study, the Human Sensorimotor Control Lab tested a new design of elliptical trainers of an international Minnesota-based company that produces high-end fitness equipment for home and commercial recreation and health facilities. Specifically, the lab tested biomechanical differences and differences in muscle activation patterns during running under four conditions: running on ground, on a treadmill, and on two elliptical trainers.

The results will inform the company on how similar their new design is to running over ground and how it compares to other commercially available running devices like treadmills and standard trainers.