July 25, 2024
EP #1426: How Step Aerobics is BACK and How this Self-Care Can Help You Have Better Health and Longevity!
Health Power: The OG Health Podcast & Dog-Eared PodcastAbout this episode
Send us a text 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