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Step-Aerobics Diagonal Cross

IntermediateCardioTier T3

Aim: to raise your heart rate and build leg control. Good for: Step platform cardio; Diagonal stepping; Leg conditioning.

Targets: Foot & Toes
CardioStep platformBalance

When to use

This is for people who are comfortable with basic stepping on a low platform. Use it in the cardio part of a session. The goal is to raise your heart rate and build leg control.

Stop if

Stop if you feel sharp pain, dizziness or joint pain that does not ease, or if you lose balance.

  • Pain 6 out of 10 or more: choose an easier exercise.
  • Pain 8 out of 10 or more: stop and rest.

Equipment needed

  • Works at home
  • Works at the gym

none

Home Options

  • bodyweight

Dosage

1

Sets

300 sec

Reps / Time

60 sec

Rest

controlled

Tempo

Step-by-Step Guide

Set up

  • Stand behind the platform facing diagonally toward the opposite front corner.
  • Keep the platform stable and the line of travel clear.
  1. She stands behind the platform angled toward its far front corner, feet ready, the diagonal line of travel set.

    Step 1 of 5

    Stand behind the platform. Face diagonally toward the far front corner.

  2. Her leading foot has stepped onto the platform, the sole planted, her trailing foot still on the floor behind.

    Step 2 of 5

    Step onto the platform with your leading foot. Keep your other foot on the floor behind you.

  3. Her weight has shifted onto the mounted foot while her opposite leg swings through the diagonal line across the platform toward the far corner.

    Step 3 of 5

    Shift your weight onto the foot on the platform. Swing your other leg across the platform toward the far corner.

  4. She has stepped down on the floor near the platform's opposite front corner, her supporting foot following off the platform to join it.

    Step 4 of 5

    Step down on the floor near the opposite front corner. Bring your other foot down to join it.

  5. She stands behind the platform angled toward its far front corner, feet ready, the diagonal line of travel set.

    Step 5 of 5

    Return to standing behind the platform. Face diagonally toward the far front corner.

Form Cues

  • Keep the platform stable
  • Keep your line of travel clear
  • Stay tall
  • Land softly

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Stepping too close to the edge
  • Rushing the swing
  • Leaning forward
  • Using a platform that is too high

Safety Information

Fall risk on the platform; use a stable platform and clear space.

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