Ladder Climbing Simulator, Vertical Ascent Climber Fitness Training

Ladder Climbing Simulator, Ver Description

Vertical ascent climbers simulate climbing a ladder. They do a good job of working most of the major muscle groups and the cardiorespiratory system. These machines can be used for aerobic or interval exercise.

Ladder Climbing Simulator, Ver Warnings

• Morbidly obese individuals should seek medical permission before beginning this activity.
• People suffering from chronic knee, ankle, pelvic/hip, wrist, shoulder, elbow or lower back pain should also seek medical clearance before using a ladder-climbing simulator.

Ladder Climbing Simulator, Ver Risks

• Knee injury from overuse
• Shoulder injury from overuse
• Elbow tendinitis

Ladder Climbing Simulator, Ver Sport-specific applications

• Excellent conditioning tool for any sport that requires muscular endurance and aerobic conditioning

Ladder Climbing Simulator, Ver Equipment required

• Ladder-climbing simulator
• Clothing: comfortable, should not restrict movement
• Footwear: comfortable, should provide proper fit and support

Ladder Climbing Simulator, Ver Reference sources, organizations and publications

• Nordic skiing (cross­country)
• Stair climbing
• Rowing machine
• Walking with hand weights

Mode

Cardiorespiratory: Aerobic

Fitness Benefits

• Cardiorespiratory 5
• Flexibility 2
• Muscular Strength 2
• Muscular Endurance 5
• Body Fat Recution 4

Fitness Requirements

• Cardiorespiratory 2
• Flexibility 2
• Muscular Strength 1
• Muscular Endurance 3
• Coordination/Skill 3

Muscle groups used

Primary muscles: quadriceps, gluteus maximus, hamstrings, hip flexors, upper back, shoulders, biceps and triceps Assistance muscles: chest, forearms, sartorius, serratus anterior, calves and lower back (for stabilization)

Energy expenditure

Approximately 0 Calories per minute per pound of body weight