EP #1426: How Step Aerobics is BACK and Can Help You Have Better Health and Longevity!

"Health Power"

Summary:
In this conversation, Lisa Davis discusses the health benefits of step workouts. She shares her personal experiences with step aerobics and how it was initially difficult for her due to knee issues. Lisa also talks about the origins of step workouts and the benefits they offer, such as strengthening bones, improving cognitive health, enhancing functional ability, boosting heart health, and increasing longevity. She provides examples of step exercises and safety considerations for beginners.
Keywords: step workouts, step aerobics, health benefits, bone health, cognitive health, functional ability, heart health, longevity, step exercises, safety considerations
Takeaways

• Step workouts are low impact and weight-bearing activities that strengthen and build bones, making them ideal for bone health.
• Performing choreographed moves in step workouts can improve cognitive function and processing speed.
• Step workouts improve functional ability, making it easier to perform everyday activities.
• Regular aerobic exercises like step workouts can reduce the risk of heart disease and boost heart health.
• Step workouts can increase longevity, lower blood pressure, and improve balance.
• Beginners can start with basic step exercises and should consider safety considerations like platform height and knee bending.

Sound Bites

• "Health Benefits of Step Workouts"
• "Step workouts are low impact, weight-bearing activities, ideal for bone health."
• "Performing specific choreographed moves can improve executive function and processing speed."

Chapters00:00Introduction and Announcement
03:24Strengthening Bones and Improving Bone Health
04:47Improving Functional Ability through Step Workouts
05:41Boosting Heart Health with Step Workouts
05:57Increasing Longevity and Lowering Blood Pressure
06:24Getting Started with Step Exercises and Safety Considerations
Link to the full article: https://www.health.com/step-workout-benefits-8664601