Platesmith

Stair Climber

A compound machine exercise for the cardiovascular system.

  • Cardio
  • Machine
  • Compound

All exercises

Log it in Platesmith. The app shows last time's numbers on every set of Stair Climber, times your rest and tells you when to add weight. Free, with no ads.

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Muscles worked

MainCardiovascular system
AlsoGluteus maximus, Quadriceps

Setup

The revolving-stair machine; log it as cardio or use a cardio plan.

How to do it well

  • Stand tall, light touch on the rails
  • Whole foot on each step
  • Pick a pace you can hold for the whole session

Common mistakes

  • Leaning on the rails
  • Tiny half-steps on the toes

Similar exercises

General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.