Personally, I find the StairMaster to be one of the most challenging pieces of cardio equipment. Where the treadmill and elliptical can allow room for a lackadaisical attitude, the StairMaster does not. Within 10 minutes you WILL be sweating.

When done consistently and using correct posture, I feel confident saying you will see results. Not only will the StairMaster improve your cardiovascular endurance but it will also improve the strength and definition in your legs.

If you really want a challenge consider doing intervals. One minute at level 1 and one minute at level 20 - and alternate for 10 minutes. Eventually you may also want to consider some ankle weights or perhaps a weighted vest.

As an aside, in 2001 I watched live from my home - as so many did that day - and saw the 2nd tower of the World Trade Center be hit by a commercial plane.

The World Trade Centers were 110 stories each. Some might find it somber, but I think of those people stuck in the stairwells. I think of the firefighters - who chose to go UP the stairs when everyone was coming down. And in some way I walk and run for them. Knowing that any day could be “my day” and at the same time wanting to be prepared for whatever physical challenges life might throw at me.

You never know when you might need your cardiovascular endurance. You never know when you might need your strength. So be prepared and be grateful for the opportunity to get and be prepared.

Yours in health and love... Colleen

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