How to do the Step Mill
- To begin, step onto the stepmill and select the desired option from the menu. You can choose a manual setting, or you can select a program to run. Typically, you can enter your age and weight to estimate the amount of calories burned during exercise. Use caution so that you don"t trip as you climb the stairs. It is recommended that you maintain your grip on the handles so that you don"t fall.
- Stepmills offer convenience, cardiovascular benefits, and usually have less impact than running outside while offering a similar rate of calories burned. They are typically much harder than other cardio equipment. A 150 lb person will typically burn over 300 calories in 30 minutes, compared to about 175 calories walking.
Muscles worked
| Role | Muscles |
|---|---|
| Primary | quads |
| Secondary | calves, glutes, hamstrings |
| Equipment | machine |
| Difficulty | intermediate |
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Common questions
What muscles does the Step Mill work?
The Step Mill primarily works the quads, with the calves, glutes, and hamstrings as secondary movers. Bicycling, Bicycling, Stationary, and Elliptical Trainer train the same muscle, across 9 equipment types.
What equipment do you need for the Step Mill?
A Machine. Without a machine, Trail Running/Walking, Alternate Leg Diagonal Bound, and Bench Jump train the same muscle, and 27 of the catalogue's options for this muscle need no equipment.
Is the Step Mill suitable for beginners?
It is rated intermediate. Start with Bicycling, Bicycling, Stationary, and Recumbent Bike and work up.
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