Fitness Tip | STAIR CLIMB RIGHT
Stair climbers can be a great way to attain a strong and lean lower body because they specifically target three important muscle groups - the upper legs, the lower legs and the glutes. Yet incorrect use is common, especially with beginners.
Two common mistakes on stair climbers include:-
- Rushing into top gear. Some people adjust the setting to high and pump as fast as they can straight away, hoping to maximize their calorie-burning potential. This can often lead to injury, and is an ineffective method for completing a beneficial workout.
- Leaning on the handlebars. Placing your entire weight on the handlebars reduces the tension on your lower body, which in turn reduces the fat-burning and muscle conditioning effects that stair climbers can bring. It also increases your risk of developing a wrist injury.
So how do you use stair climbers correctly? To begin with, always include a thorough warm-up to raise your body temperature so that your muscles become warm and loose. Increase the intensity gradually - not suddenly - to effectively burn more calories.
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