Stair exercises are probably one of the categories of exercise that you would likely not consider when fixing your fitness regimen. Sometimes, you really do not need to go through that elevator, but take the stairs instead, as there are many benefits you can get from it. Our legs perform so many activities, and it should be strengthened on a daily basis to work more effectively.
Rather than complaining of the long stairs, you’d have to climb to get to that particular floor, grab the positive aspect instead; strengthen the muscles surrounding your legs and keep a well-toned body.
Below are 3 easy exercises you can do on the stair
1. Stair push-ups
Push-ups are very common exercises that work virtually on all the muscles in the body. Interestingly, you don’t always have to be on a smooth surface to do your push-up. It can be done on the stairs. Place your two hands on a step in front of you, and attain your push-up position with your shoulders wide apart and your body aligned from your head to your feet. From this position, bend your elbows and move closer to the ground, such that your arms form a 90-degree angle. Return to the original position, and repeat the process for 15 times or more. The higher the step you place your hands on, the easier the push-up becomes for you.
2. Skip a step or two
This is a very easy exercise that needs nothing but your legs and a little more focus than usual. Climb your set of stairs, as you’ve always done, but in this case, skip a step or two in between. By doing this, the muscles of the legs are enhanced, and the cardiovascular demand is increased, which will permit more oxygen to be pumped into the body and maintain blood circulation. Try to keep an upright position while you do this, for a more effective purpose.
3. Stair lunges
Lunges work on the lower body, by strengthening, toning and building its compartments. You can do them on the stairs to get a better result. Stand two feet away from the first step, and put hands on the waist to get balanced. Now, place your foot on the first step by keeping your back straight and bend both knees afterward, such that it gives you a 90-degree angle. Maintain this pose for some seconds and return back to the original position. Repeat this process with the other leg and keep doing this for as many times as you can.
Conclusion
Stair exercises provide much benefits for the body, like strengthening, cardio benefits, weight loss, boosts the immune system, and so on. You can also run up and down the stair to increase your body’s cardio demand and boost your activity for the day. For beginners, the first and second steps are enough for these exercises; you can keep improving on a daily basis.
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