It was the must-do class of the 80s, but
you can still get all the same body-buffing benefits using a Step at home
Cheap, versatile and discreet (keep it
under the bed), you can do hundreds of body-toning exercises on a Step – these
are just a taster. And, by increasing the height, you can make the moves harder
and step up your workout (see what we dis there?!).
Beginner
Crunches
Works: Core
·
Sit on the Step with your feet off the floor and
lean back as far as can while remaining balanced.
·
Slowly crunch up while bringing your knees into
your chest.
·
Straighten your legs as you lean back to the
start position. Do 10 reps.
Crunches
Intermediate
Side-step
Works:
thighs, glutes and core
·
Stand side on, with your right foot up on the
Step.
·
As fast as you can, step your left foot up onto
the Step, while jumping your left foot down to the floor on the opposite side
·
Repeat this movement, moving from one side to
the other as fast as you can for 30 seconds.
Side-step
Advanced
Side crunch
Works:
Obliques and core
·
Lie with your left hip resting on top of the
Step, your feet crossed and steady on the floor and your fingers touching your
temples.
·
Crunch up sideways as high as you can, then
lower under control.
·
Repeat for 10 reps, then switch sides.
Side
crunch
Intermediate
Press-ups
Works:
triceps, shoulders, chest and core
·
Get into a press-up position with your hands
just over shoulder-width apart on the Step.
·
Bend your arms, lowering your chest as low as
possible towards the Step.
·
Push up, straightening your arms. If this is too
hard, try it with your knees on the floor. Do 15 reps.
Press-ups
