Step Aerobics - Basics For Burning Calories & Fat

Step Aerobics - Basics

• Bring foot flat up and centered on board to avoid board instability.
  
• Don't hang heels off the board to avoid straining the Achilles tendon.
  
• Lower toes to the floor first then heel when coming off board to absorb shock.
  
• Keep within 12 inches of board when coming to floor, except during lunges.
  
• Keep heel off the floor when doing lunges, keep weight on the ball of the foot.
  
• Power up onto to the board only, don't jump off board.
  
• Lean from the ankles, not the hip.
  
• Keep abdominals tight to improve muscle tone and balance.
  
• Continue breathing, never hold the breath.
  
• Knees should be soft not locked to provide shock absorption and reduce back strain.
  
• Keep hands on waist until comfortable with leg movements, when learning coordination.

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