How To Burn Leg Fat With The Stairmaster

The StairMaster offers you a low-impact, cardiovascular workout similar to training on an actual flight of stairs. This machine comes in two different styles. A stair climber has a small, revolving set of steps and a stepper has two pedals that move up and down while your feet are planted on them. Burning leg fat on the StairMaster involves discipline and the right training techniques. Not only do you get the benefit of a high caloric expenditure that can cause fat loss all over your body, you also build a muscle in your lower body. Any muscle gain contributes to a higher resting metabolism.

Step 1

Spend 5 minutes doing dynamic stretches before you begin your workouts to reduce your chances of suffering an injury. These involve moving your body through a range of motion that simulates the exercise you will do, so perform stretches like leg swings, high knees, ankle bounces, lateral lunges, side bends, trunk rotations and alternating toe touches.

Step 2

Step onto the StairMaster and start at a slow pace and gradually increase your speed over 5 to 10 minutes. This warmup will slowly raise your core body temperature, supply your muscles with oxygenated blood and further loosen up your connective tissue.

Step 3

Increase your speed to get to your exercising pace, and maintain that pace. It should cause you to breathe heavily but still allow you to carry on a conversation.

Step 4

Turn the speed down and do a light 5-minute cool-down at that slower pace.

Tips and Warnings

Exercise long enough to reap the best fat-burning benefits. The American College of Sports Medicine recommends 60 to 90 minutes of physical activity performed five days a week for weight loss. Exercise two or more times a day to accumulate your time if it is more convenient. This strategy is just as effective at burning leg fat as long-duration training. Challenge yourself and burn more fat by mixing intervals into your routine. Interval training is performed by moving back and forth between high and low intensity. Follow a 1-to-2 ratio of work to rest. For example, step at a fast pace for 30 seconds, then step slowly for 60. When doing your StairMaster workouts, always use proper form. The handrails on the machine are there for balance. Do not lean on them while you step, because this can take work away from your body. Keep your shoulders back and your eyes looking forward. Because interval training is intense, you will not need to work out as long. Aim for 30 to 45 minutes with these workouts. Also do them on nonconsecutive days. A good strategy is to alternate long-duration workouts with interval workouts on a weekly basis.
Before you begin a StairMaster routine,discuss your exercise plans with your health care provider.