What is BODYSTEP?

The clue is in the name! Les Mills’ BODYSTEP class is based around step aerobics, providing a feel-good cardio workout with basic stepping, squatting, and lunge exercises at its core.

Combined with movements such as push ups, burpees, and weighted plate exercises, it’s working your whole body too!

All classes are under an hour, and you’ll be led by one of our experienced instructors, whether you’re at one of our live classes or a virtual one*. Get ready for upbeat, motivating music to keep you going throughout the workout too!

Discover all you need to know about BODYSTEP in this blog and find your nearest Places Leisure BODYSTEP class.

 

Who can benefit from a BODYSTEP class?

Our goal is to give our members access to quality fitness content and expertise, and we encourage everybody who visits us to give our classes a go.

Full-body workouts like BODYSTEP are a perfect option for beginners, or those who want a quick workout where they can make maximum impact in minimal time. Even if you’re a committed class-goer, BODYSTEP could become your new favourite!

The Les Mills BODYSTEP classes also run alongside some other popular Les Mills options you may have seen, such as BODYPUMP and BODYBALANCE.

 

Benefits of BODYSTEP

As with any Les Mills workout, there’s a range of benefits that you can expect to get from BODYSTEP.

 

Increases cardio fitness

Thanks to its high-energy nature, BODYSTEP gets your heart rate up, which is great news for your cardio fitness!

No matter your age, increasing your cardiovascular health and endurance can improve your brain function, improve your blood pressure levels, lower cholesterol, and strengthen your heart and lungs.

 

Improved coordination

As you’re following a sequence of steps and exercises in a BODYSTEP class, it requires you to align how you move to the music and the instructor’s cues.

Not to mention you’ll be engaging multiple groups of muscles too, such as your core, legs, and upper body, which aids better overall coordination and agility!

 

Encourages a regular exercise routine

You’ll have many like-minded people around you in one of our BODYSTEP classes, with instructors on hand to offer an extra boost of support too! Not to mention that once you step into the class, your workout is all planned out for you, all you need to do is follow the instructor.

Many class-goers find that once they settle into a group exercise network, it comes with a sense of belonging, which could be just what you need to stay consistent with keeping active!

 

What do I need for a BODYSTEP class?

With the variety of exercises in a BODYSTEP class, make sure you wear stretchy gym clothes and trainers that allow for maximum body movement!

No need to worry about equipment either, this will be provided for in the gym or studio where the class is taking place. 

As with any type of workout, you’ll be working up a sweat! Don’t forget to pack a bottle of water in your workout bag so that you can stay hydrated throughout the class.

 

How can I book a BODYSTEP class?

Booking a BODYSTEP class is easy! Simply visit your centre’s timetable, click the ‘Classes’ button, look out for BODYSTEP, then hit Book. Remember that making and managing your classes can be done on our app.

 

Ready to get booking?

Find a BODYSTEP class near you

 

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Sources: BODYSTEP (Les Mills) 

 

*Exact virtual class provisions are centre-dependent.