How to Build Exercise Steps Out of Timber

Exercises are done using many types of equipment. To work your calves, hamstrings and quadriceps, a step exercise motion is needed. This will require using a stair or exercise step. These can be purchased at a store that sells various types of exercise equipment. You can save money and build your own exercise step out of wood or timber. However, you need to know the size of step you want to build.

Things You'll Need

• 2-by-12 board
• Tape measure
• Pencil
• 4-by-4 board
• Wood glue
• Screws
• Power drill

Instructions

1. Measure a 2-by-12 board to 36 inches with the tape measure. Make a cut mark with the pencil and then cut the board with the circular saw.

2. Measure a 4-by-4 board to 12 inches. Make a cut mark with the pencil and then cut the board with the circular saw. Repeat this step to cut a second 12-inch 4-by-4 board.

3. Place the two 4-by-4 boards 32 inches apart on a bench or on the floor. Apply two strips of wood glue along the length of the 4-by-4 boards.

4. Set the 2-by-12 board on top of the 4-by-4 boards. Align the 4-by-4 boards so they are flush with the edge of the 2-by-12.

5. Drive three screws into each end of the 2-by-12 and into the 4-by-4 boards with the power drill. Place each screw three inches apart.

Tips & Warnings

• Place strips of gripping tape across the width of the step to improve traction.