Fitness Tip of the Day: Monday's Muscle Work --Power Step, Bi's, Tri's and Thighs

I teach a lot of step classes.  I'm kind of sad that the trend is fading in most health clubs and fitness centers.  It is a great piece of equipment that provides a great workout.  I'm glad though that some of the interval classes still incorporate it for some exercises.

Today's video is from RealFitTV.  It is a 40 minute workout that incorporates the step in both cardio and strength training sections.

If you don't have a step, you can do the entire workout on the floor.  Some of the lifts can be done off of a bottom stair if you want to make it a bit more challenging.  The step actually makes push ups easier, the higher your upper body is, the easier they are.  So you can always do these up against a wall if the floor version is too advanced.  Make sure to keep your elbows close to your body--these push ups are focusing on your triceps more than your pecs, even though they are working as well.

You don't have to use plates, you can use hand weights for the bicep work.

I couldn't get the video to show up right here, but here's a link that will take you directly to the workout:

Power Step: Bi's, Tri's and Thighs