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Step it up: 7 quick stair exercises to do at home

1. Stair pushup

Ease into stair exercises without taking a step.

  • Firmly place your hands on a step. Your hands should be directly under your shoulders.
  • Push your toes into the floor and extend your legs into a plank position. You should feel your core (stomach) muscles working.
  • Inhale and bend your elbows. Lower your body until your chest is just above the stairs.
  • Exhale while straightening your arms and raising your body back to the starting position.
  • Keep your neck and back in a neutral position during this exercise. Don't let your hips drop.

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