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Incorrect posture on one of the most popular cardiovascular machines can lead to numerous injuries, while leaving your weight loss program in limbo. Bonnie Kaye takes you Inside Fitness for some tips on Stairclimber Safety.
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Bonnie Kaye (on-set intro)
Debbie Griffith/Personal Trainer
Incorrect posture on stairclimber machines can lead to numerous injuries.
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Some of these people are getting a great workout. While others may be getting
sot Debbie Griffith/Personal Trainer, Denver Athletic Club
"Bad knee injuries, lower back injuries, and now people are starting to get, like, carpul tunnel syndrome from holding onto the stairmasters in the wrong way."
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The stairclimber, a great piece of equipment if used correctly, is one the most INcorrectly used pieces of equipment in the gym. Personal Trainer Debbie Griffith wishes she had a buck for every person who she sees committing the following moving violations.
First, she's leaning on the rails, and not really using her legs the way she should be, so she's not getting a very good workout. She's hyperextending her elbows and could be hurting her joints. She's leaning on her wrists in an awkward position, which can lead to carpul tunnel syndrome, a serious irriation of the tendons in your hands and forearms. And finally, she's irritating her back by leaning forward.
What should she be doing?
Stand up straight! If you can't, you're working too hard, and need to adjust your level accordingly! Your hands should only be used for balance, not to actually hold your body up!
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This newer version of the stairclimber is a good alternative, because it doesn't give you the option of leaning on the railings. It almost forces you to do it correctly.
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Which in turn forces you, to get better results, without exercising the no pain no gain theory.
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Next time, Bonnie will show you some safety tips on other popular cardiovascular machines that are often misused. And as always, consult your physician before beginning any exercise program.