Lever Stepper
Tone your legs and glutes with the Lever Stepper! A low-impact, effective cardio workout for all fitness levels.
Required Equipment
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Step onto the lever stepper machine and grasp the handles. Start in a standing position with your feet on the pedals.
2. Begin the exercise by pushing down one pedal with one foot, which will cause the opposite pedal to rise.
3. Shift your weight and push the raised pedal down with your other foot, continuing to alternate your feet in a stepping motion.
4. Maintain an upright posture with your core engaged and shoulders back. Avoid leaning too heavily on the handles; they are there for balance, not to support your body weight.
5. Set a desired resistance level on the machine if available; begin with a lower resistance if you are new to the exercise and increase it as you become more comfortable.
6. Continue stepping, keeping a steady pace. Focus on using your leg muscles to push each pedal down rather than bouncing or using momentum.
7. Adjust your speed and resistance to match your fitness level and goals. You can go for a steady state or incorporate intervals of higher intensity.
8. Complete your exercise for a set duration or number of steps. Common durations for cardiovascular benefit can range from 10 to 30 minutes or more.
Safety Tips: - Ensure that your knees are bending naturally and not extending over your toes to avoid strain. - If at any point you feel dizzy or excessively fatigued, slow down or stop and dismount the machine carefully. - Always follow the manufacturer's instructions and guidelines for the specific lever stepper machine you are using.
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