Health and Fitness

The stairmaster workout is an incredible workout for those looking to get into shape and lose weight. Below are common questions people have regarding the stairmaster:

I have bad knees. Is a stairmaster workout safe?
Yes. Many people with knee injuries cannot run on a treadmill. Since the Stairmaster is easier on the joints, it's a great alternative to running. In addition, the cardiovascular workout you receive is spectacular.

Will a stairmaster tone my legs?
Yes, but that's not all. Additional muscles you work out include your hamstrings, calves, quads, and glutes. So in essence, you workout more muscles on a stairmaster than many other cardio machines.

Is the stairmaster a good calorie burner?
When used properly, the stairmaster can burn 100 calories in ten minutes (The actual calories burned depends on the individual's weight and speed at which he or she is exercising). Unfortunately, many people lean on the handrails and that lessens the effect of the calories burned. To boot, when you use the handrails your wrists and elbows strain. For best results, only use the handrails for balance.

What's a recommended stairmaster workout?
You should do interval workouts. For example, exercise at an intense speed for 60 seconds, then reduce the speed for 60 seconds, and then increase the speed again for 60 seconds. Follow this plan for 20 - 30 minutes.

Is there anything else I should keep in mind about the stairmaster?
An added benefit of the stairmaster is that it fits into any room comfortably so you will be able to exercise at home and not have to go to the gym.

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