Stair climber
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Muscles worked
- High load
- Cardiovascular
- Low load
- Calves, Glutes, and Quads
Not shown on the map: Cardiovascular
Primary muscles
How to do it
Stand upright with only a light touch on the rails and take a full step on every stride rather than half-stepping. Let the glutes and quads do the work and keep the torso tall. Do not lean your bodyweight into the handles — that removes the load and puts the strain on the lower back and wrists.
Form cues
- Stand upright, light touch on the rails
- Full step, no half-stepping
Safety
Talk to a professional before this exercise if you have any of the following:
KneeHip
This is general exercise reference, not medical advice. Stop and consult a qualified professional if an exercise causes pain, and never work through joint pain.