How to Do a Basic Right in Step Aerobics

The basic right or "Basic" step in step aerobics is in literal terms the most simple step of this type of exercise.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• A step (bench and risers)
• Cross training/running/shoes fit for exercise in a safe manner

1. Stand facing your step, which should be situated so that you are facing the "long" side of the step. This is your home.

2. Place your right foot onto the step. Always use your whole foot--entire foot must be firmly on top of step, not half on or hanging off the edge.

3. Step you left foot onto the step. You are now standing atop the step. Again, both feet firmly and fully on the step, not hanging off.

4. Step your right foot back down where it started, on home side.

5. Step your left foot back down where it started, on home side.

6. You are now in the same position as you began. You stepped up with the right, then the left; then down with the right and down with the left to return home.

7. Add speed. Right up, left up, right down, left down--Repeat. You are now an expert at doing the basic right step in step aerobics.

Tips & Warnings

• Always step your entire foot onto the step--don't hang the back or front of your foot off of the edge.
• Don't stomp your feet in any step move--step lightly and gracefully for safety and healthy stepping.

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