What do you do when you want to squeeze in a good, fast, and effective workout in a small amount of time? My 10-minute Body Fit Blast is actually a full body workout because you use a step-up box, which increases your cardio output, and weights, which increase strength and lean muscle mass. You can use the step-up box as seen in the photo gallery, or you can use a regular step or stair, just as long as it’s nice and stable.
We used the step up box because it’s Martha’s new fitness tool and she loves it.
1 You can use a step-up box as seen here, or you can use a regular step or stair.
2 The basic step up and down motion is a good warm up.
3 Toes should always point forward and feet should be a comfortable distance apart.
4 When doing a step-up squat and bicep curl, bend your elbows and bring the dumbbells up towards your shoulders.
5 Step-ups increase your heart rate, sculpt leg and butt muscles, and challenge your core muscles.
6 Here I am doing a step-up with a knee raise, bicep curl, and triceps pressback.
7 Bring your arms back and press back into a tricep press.
8 You can also use the box for push-ups!
9 Keep your abdominal muscles nice and tight as you do the push-ups.
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