How to Do a V-Step Right and Left Aerobic Exercise

Step aerobics is a challenging, low impact fitness exercise performed on a platform or "bench." Set to music, step aerobics routines combine a variety of moves to create an interesting, effective cardiovascular workout. One common move is the "V-Step Right and Left," which combines the basic right V and the basic left V.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Stand a comfortable distance, about a half-step, behind your horizontally positioned bench. Keep your shoulders back, stand tall and keep your chin up.

2. Step with your right foot as far as possible to the right side of the bench, always keeping your entire foot flat on the bench. Continue by placing your left foot as far as possible to the left side of the bench. Your feet have now formed the letter "V."

3. Place your right foot backward onto the floor behind your bench. Follow with your left foot, but instead of stepping down, lightly tap your toe instead.

4. Bring your left foot, from tapping position on the floor, back onto the far left side of the step. Follow with your right foot, stepping off the floor and onto the far right side of the bench. You are once again in "V" position.

5. Continue by placing your left foot back on the floor behind your bench. Follow your left foot with your right, but once again tap your right toe instead of stepping your entire foot down.

6. Start with your right foot in tapping position and again step onto the far right side of the bench, repeating the exercise. Alternate right and left as part of a challenging step aerobics routine.

Tips & Warnings

• Begin your workout with a warm up and end with a cool down to help prevent injury.
• Wear good quality athletic shoes to provide adequate support and traction.
• Consult with your doctor before beginning a new exercise routine, particularly if you have been inactive for a long period of time.

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