Benefits of Stairmasters

Exercise is an important part of keeping yourself healthy, giving you more muscle or energy by burning off calories. The StairMaster is just one of the many ways to achieve a goal of daily exercise. There are many other benefits to using the StairMaster as well.

  1. Focus Points

    • The StairMaster is designed to work the lower body, most notably the hamstrings (the muscles in the back of the upper legs) and glutes (buttocks). The StairMaster also helps trim the calves (the muscles in the back of the lower legs) and thighs.

    Endurance Building

    • Using the StairMaster will give you energy and more endurance to do all of your daily activities such as housework, keeping up with the kids, yard work, and everything else that is required of you throughout the day.

    Training

    • Though the StairMaster is a "climbing" machine, it is also good to use when training for marathons as well. Using the StairMaster will prepare you for the pacing and ups and downs of a marathon's course. And since it strengthens the lower part of the body, it helps prepare it so that it is strong and ready for all types of athletic events.

    Cardiovascular Health

    • The StairMaster is considered a cardio exercise machine since it raises the heartbeat and provokes a powerful sweat when done for at least 30 minutes. This helps to strengthen the heart, which allows for greater endurance in everyday activities, not just sports.

    Go Easy at First

    • Going all out too quickly with any exercise regimen can have adverse effects. So when using the StairMaster, try a few minutes at a time and then gradually build up your stamina.