Why give Step class a go?
Aerobic exercise is an important part of a well-rounded exercise routine. Many different forms of exercise can give you an effective cardiovascular workout, and Step is one of them.
A step class typically consists of sets of choreographed movements performed on a raised platform. The movements are usually accompanied by music and are designed to work the lower body, upper body and cardiovascular system.
Fitness & Health Benefits:Regular sessions will provide both cardiovascular and muscular endurance. Incorporating both upper and lower body movements together will improve your coordination and agility.
A 45 minute Step class has been compared to running 6miles!
The cardio benefits of a step aerobics class may not come as a surprise, but the muscle building effects might. Just think about it, though – the basic principle in strength training is that you build muscle by overloading it using weight-bearing exercises. When you work out in a step class, the resistance is your body weight and the weight-bearing aspect is increased every time you step up.
It is also a real mood booster…because we have so much fun you can’t help but smile during and after
Words by Class Instructor Sam Batten
