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I am informed i don't need to overheat or lift heavy weights but i'm really unhappy with my legs. how using mainly and elliptical and treadmill?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Depends: Depends on exactly what it is that you are unhappy with them about. If you went and saw a trainer, they almost certainly could help you come up with an acceptable exercise regimen.

Answered 5/8/2017

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