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1.01
AerobicBody weight

Arm Raise Step in Place

Intensity
duration
MET
3.5energy expenditure
Type
Aerobic

Target muscles

  • Quads16%
  • Hamstrings17%
  • Calves17%
  • Glutes17%
  • Shoulders16%
  • Triceps17%
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Raise each knee to hip height with every step in place.

  1. 1

    Stand with your feet together and arms at your sides.

  2. 2

    As you step in place with your right foot, raise your left arm straight up overhead.

  3. 3

    Lower your left arm as you step in place with your left foot and raise your right arm overhead.

  4. 4

    Continue alternating the arm raises with each step in place.

Expert tip

Maintain a brisk pace and full range of motion in your arm raises to increase heart rate and maximize muscle engagement.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Bending the elbows during each arm raise
  • ✕Slouching the upper back while stepping
  • ✕Taking steps wider than hip-width apart
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