How to Do the Mambo Step in Step Aerobics

Adding a mambo step to your step aerobics routine is a great way to insert a little variety into your workout. This dance movement is perfect for step aerobics since the body rocks back and forth in time with the music, and it can easily incorporate the use of an aerobics step.

Instructions

1. Start out with the aerobics step running lengthwise to the right of you.

2. Lift your right foot and step onto the middle of the aerobics step, rocking your foot from heel to toe.

3. As soon as the toes of your right foot are firmly planted on the step, lift your left foot and step forward onto the floor in front of you, keeping your knees bent, while kicking your right foot back off the step.

4. Rock backward, planting the toes of your right foot back onto the same spot in middle of the aerobics step.

5. As soon as the toes of your right foot are firmly planted on the step, lift your left foot and step backward on the floor, with your knees bent and a bounce in your step, while your right foot rocks back, toe to heel.

6. Once your left foot has hit the ground, bring your right foot down to the floor next to it, and shift to the other side of the aerobics step, this time using your left foot on the step to perform the mambo movement.

Tips & Warnings

• Always make sure you have enough room around you when performing step aerobics, and be aware of where the step is in relation to your feet.