I worked with The Chalkboard Mag on this endorphin-building routine. Go after your light…

STRETCH | Begin with five minutes of stretching, focusing on your quads, calves and ankles. Hopping in place for 30 seconds also helps to loosen up your body.

STEP | Kick off your stairs workout at a slow and steady pace. As you begin to pick up a routine, try speeding things up. Ideally, you want to push for a 20-minute stairs workout, which means you may have to go up and down a few times (depending on your location). This increases your heart rate while burning fat and building muscle.

JOG | I like to pair my steps workout with a short, light jog once my muscles are warm and loose. The jogging helps alleviate soreness the next day, while also stepping up the cardio. A mere 10-minute jog (or speedy walk!) outdoors helps clear the mind.

TRAIN | Mix in some of your favorite exercises from the top of the steps. Think lunge jumps, leg lifts or high knees. I typically only do a quick set, as more of an endorphin-building workout while feeling on top of the world! If it’s your first time tackling a stairs workout, your body may need to sit this part out!

MEDITATE | Wrap up your workout with some YOU time. Sit at the top of the steps and reflect on what you’re grateful for, while considering changes you want to make in your life. Yoga stretches like the one pictured above are also a great means of calming your mind and body while setting intentions for this new season.

Photos by Annie Shak