step height

[LB]

Hi,

I'm a little over 5 feet tall and when I started doing step about 6 years ago they recommended anyone 5 feet or shorter should not use a step higher than 6 inches. Is this still accurate or would I be able to use an 8 inch step? So much has changed, I was hoping the restriction on the step height has changed also.

 

[Cathe Friedrich]

When choosing your step height you want to be sure that the inside angle of the leg does not exceed 90 degrees(when placed on top of the step). If your measurement is fine when on an 8 inch height, you should be able to use 8 inches. But if you find that your hip, knees, or ankles bother you with this step height, then bring your step down to a 6 inch step height.

 

[LB]

Thanks Cathe,

I will check that out.

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