45 minutes on level 5 💅

45 minutes on level 7💪💪 feeling good

I really don't want to do this after just 2 minutes. What should I think about while going up...? I can't handle this for long, seriously.

Every 2 minutes, you hit your head hard once and forget. I guess you didn't know that it works like that.

Step Mill

Burning calories

Reviewed by Hoseong Kim, NSCA-CPT

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BeginnerStair Stepper

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You can burn a lot of calories with a machine that works like climbing stairs!

How to Step Mill

Starting Position

Start by placing your foot on the stairs and standing.

Proper Form

1. Place your foot on the stairs and hold onto the handrail.

2. Move your feet as if you are climbing the stairs, one foot at a time.

3. Proceed with a steady rhythm each time you fully step down.

Breathing Technique

Breathe in and out steadily with each step you take.

Precautions

Step fully and be careful not to strain your knees.

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Step Mill

About

How to Step Mill

Starting Position

Proper Form

Breathing Technique

Precautions

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