How to Do the Tap Up Aerobic Exercise

The Tap Up aerobic exercise is a variation of the Basic Right to Left step aerobic exercise, with a tap included on one of the steps instead of a full step. Here's how to execute it.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Position yourself in front of a step aerobic platform so that your feet are together and your toes point toward the center of the long side of the platform.

2. Step up onto the platform with your right foot. Bring your left foot onto the platform, and tap it with your toes.

3. Set your left foot back down on the floor behind you and follow with your right foot.

4. Alternate to working the other side by stepping up with your left foot, tapping with your right, stepping down with your right and stepping down with your left.

5. Perform this exercise to upbeat music for a fast-paced workout. Mix and match starting with your right foot and left foot to create a routine.

Tips & Warnings

• Maintain good posture while performing step aerobics. Keep your chest high with your upper body relaxed, and keep your abs tight.
• Lean forward only slightly while doing step aerobics. Flex your knees but never more than 90 degrees when stepping up.
• Always remember to warm up and cool down before and after performing step aerobics.
• Don't bow your head while performing step aerobics. If you need to look at your feet to see where you are stepping, just glance down for a second, but maintain a forward-facing head position.

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