Climbers

 

Workouts on a climber will build upper body strength and provide excellent

ardiovascular conditioning. Different types of climbers are available, and each has
specific characteristics. Regardless of which variety is used, climbers have common
features: weight dependent exercise that conditions primarily the upper body.
Energy expenditure on a climber depends on your speed of climbing and your body

weight. Some authorities would say that climbing results in a greater energy expenditure

than most other activities, but this depends on your strength and how hard you work.
Table 3-12 provides kcal/hr at selected weights and ascent rates.