Step it Up! Cardio and Toning Circuit Workout Using Stairs
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If the weather outside isn't cooperating with your idea to go for a run, hike, or bike ride, then you can still get in a good workout indoors. Believe it or not, you have something in your home that's just as good as a treadmill and weight room - the stairs. Crank up your favorite workout playlist and keep an eye on the clock, repeating this six-minute circuit five times through:
One minute of running up and down the stairs
One minute of triceps dips, resting your hands on the second or third step
One minute of forward lunges, alternating between stepping the right foot on the first step, and then the left; make it harder by doing bicep curls with a set of dumbbells
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One minute of double leg jumps, starting on the floor, jumping both feet onto the first step, and then jumping back to the floor
One minute of push-ups, elevating your feet on the first, second, or third step; if this is too difficult, then elevate your hands instead
One minute of side squats, elevating your right foot on the first step for 30 seconds, then repeating on the left side for 30 seconds; make it more challenging by doing overhead shoulder presses with a set of dumbbells
Repeat this six-minute circuit four more times for a 30-minute workout.
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