Before using the exercise machines in the gym, it is a good idea to get familiar with the mechanisms and controls. For example, it is easy to get injured when getting on and off treadmills and elliptical trainers. Similarly, the risk of injury is even higher when working out at high intensities at these machines. When getting on elliptical trainers, the legs should be carefully placed one after the other on the foot pedals and then the hands should grip the handlebars. After slowly moving the pedals, users should familiarize themselves with the electronic control console which includes programmed workouts, health data display, and mechanical settings such as resistance levels.