Work up a sweat with this quick and effective 20 minute StairMaster HIIT workout! Your legs will be burning and your heart will be pumping.
I have a love/hate relationship with the StairMaster. It’s HARD and takes a lot of energy, but it’s also one of my favorite machines at the gym because you can work your backside while getting your cardio in and you don’t have to stay on the machine forever in order to work up a good sweat. I usually only do like 20-30 mins on the stairmaster before I’m in need a serious water break… especially if I’m doing intervals like the ones in this workout.
And don’t let the short time fool you. 20 minutes on the StairMaster is no joke, I don’t care what level you’re using! I should note that this is an advanced HIIT workout. You can easily modify the workout to meet your fitness level.
I know it’s holiday weekend, but here’s a quick stairmaster workout — just in case you have time to pop in to the gym for a quickie. If you do end up trying this workout, let me know in the comment section or on social media. I can’t wait to hear what you think of it!
Level refers to the level on the stairmaster machine, which goes from 1-20.
Climbing stairs is known to be one of the most effective cardio (and strength building workouts) you can do for several reasons:
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Question for you – Do you love or hate the stairmaster?
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I love the stair master! Gave this workout a go and absolutely loved it! Love working up a sweat on the stair master!
AH! I am so happy that you enjoyed this workout, Pat! Thank you so much for being here, I appreciate it!
I tried this workout today and I loved it. Love working up a sweat on the Stairmaster!
I am so happy that you enjoyed this workout, Pat! Thank you so much for being here, I appreciate it.
Hey Brittany!
Tried this workout for 30 minutes today and I absolutely loved it! Love working up a sweat with this workout and will be doing it again tomorrow!
Yay! I am so happy that you loved this workout, Pat!
I LOVE it but, as you say it is hard. 20 usually, but sometimes, 30 mins. I do not touch the rails, ever. That is the balance part. Cheers.
You’ve got this! Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment, I appreciate it!
Maybe all stair climbers are calibrated differently I do CrossFit and Pilates and cardio but don’t run marathons or anything I love this format!
16 level is def doable for a minute… doing it as I type drenched in sweat!!!
Woo! So glad to hear that, Alexa! Stair climbers are the best kind of brutal.