Aerobic Step Bench: Intensify Your Routine
Are you getting sick and tired of your aerobic routine? Has it become less challenging than it seemed before? Maybe it’s time to add an aerobic step bench to your workout.
An aerobic bench is simply a portable step that measures about 1 foot by 3 feet. Beginners should start with around a 6-inch height which can be increased as you need it. You’ll want to select a stable, well-balanced bench with a non-slippery, textured surface.
Adding an aerobic bench strengthens and tones your butt and thighs in addition to really ramping up the cardio benefits of your workout. By using these large muscle groups, you use more energy and so you burn more calories.
For my routine I create a circuit which alternates step moves with other aerobic activities. It’s much less boring and more fun if you add some lively music! There are many DVD’s available to help you come up with a huge variety of routines involving aerobic benches.
Do you have a Nintendo Wii? There are plenty of step aerobic activities available for the Wii. If you use a variety of approaches, you will stay motivated to regularly do your workouts.
Beginners should not use an aerobic bench. You should let your body become used to less stressful activities first, then ramp up the intensity level gradually by adding a step. As you increase the height of your bench you will increase your workout intensity, but this will be less stressful than jumping rope.
People with balance issues or knee problems, or who are obese, should be very cautious when trying to use an aerobic bench. If you feel unstable at all or if you feel discomfort anywhere, this is your body’s way of telling you to stop doing that!
Find out more about the aerobic step bench, and visit Deb Conn’s blog, That Figures Women’s Fitness
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