Concerned about extra step risers

[Lilly Bea]

While admiring the blog pictures, I have noticed that there are many risers under the steps, up to 5 on each side. Currently I own 6 risers (3 on each side) and I was wandering if it would be recommended to get more risers. Please, let me know if 3 on each side will be enough for the STS series to serve as a flat bench.
Thank you

 

[deanie]

I also was concerned at first. I only have 8 risers total. I think I am going to stick with what I have for now. I'm sure you can also. I think the point is just to have a flat bench.

I've already purchased the perfect pushup and am about to get the plate mates, I think extra risers are not a "need". I also want to purchase whatever it is Cathe is working on for pullups as an option. I am trying to prioritize. (sp?)


Deanie

 

[kathryn]

I'm assuming (perhaps wrongly) that the extra height is to accomodate the taller men, and to make everyone have the benches at the same height for appearance sake.

 

[SNM Videos]

Extra height (more risers) is not a requirement, but more risers will make using the step as a bench more comfortable and will make it easier for you to load your weights into position. If you have the room a decline/incline exercise bench may actually be a better alternative.