The stepmill, a stair climbing exercise machine, is an effective workout that can burn approximately 100 to 200 kcal in 10 minutes. Due to its excellent weight loss effects, it is so intense that one might think, "Is this not the path to heaven?" and it is sometimes called "the stairs to heaven." Here, we explore the health benefits of the stepmill and precautions to take.

 

◇Health Benefits

 

Stepper mills are aerobic exercise equipment that consume a large amount of calories.

 

It requires more effort than walking on flat ground outdoors or on a treadmill, quickly increasing heart rate and effectively promoting weight loss and improving physical fitness. It also helps strengthen lower body muscles and enhance endurance. The thigh, calf, and glute muscles used when walking or climbing stairs are stimulated and naturally strengthened.

More than twice a week

 

To enjoy the health benefits of step mill, it is recommended to use the equipment for at least 25 minutes, more than twice a week.

 

However, beginners should start with 15 minutes and gradually increase the duration to 20 minutes and then 25 minutes after one to two weeks. To maximize health benefits, you should perform the exercise without holding onto the handrails of the stepmill, maintaining your own balance throughout.

 

Caution for joint injuries

 

When using the step mill equipment, start by keeping your back straight and lightly moving your lower body.

 

Initially, start with a height of about 10cm and gradually increase the intensity, adjusting the height to 20cm and 30cm. If the angle is excessively increased, it may strain the joints, so the knee joint should be adjusted to not bend more than 90 degrees. When climbing stairs, the entire sole of the foot should touch the ground to prevent burdening the ankles or knees.

 

Especially for those who are obese or have weak joints, it is advisable to avoid prolonged exercise whenever possible. To prevent injuries, it is essential to do light stretching for about 5 to 10 minutes before engaging in vigorous exercise.

 

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Our staff says they are doing proper exercise.

They say this is really difficult.

 

So, the name is also Stairway to Heaven.

I should gradually increase it step by step.

 

It's a big problem to be greedy from the beginning.