step aerobics

American  

[step uh-roh-biks] / ˈstɛp əˌroʊ bɪks /

(used with a singular or plural verb)

1. aerobic exercises and dance movements performed by stepping up onto and down from a rectangular block.

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Etymology

Origin of step aerobics

1990–95

Example Sentences

The organization also hosts various classes including yoga, breath work, mindful meditation, mat Pilates and step aerobics at their studio, the WalkGood Yard, in Arlington Heights.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

While an undergrad at Mount St. Mary’s in the early 1990s, she happened to teach step aerobics to several players from the then-Bullets, who were brought to campus by former owner Abe Pollin.

From Washington Post • Jan. 25, 2022

Mr. Foley argues that cycling mania is in its early stages and won’t go the way of other fitness crazes like Jazzercise, step aerobics or Tae Bo.

From New York Times • Aug. 20, 2015

"Do you love yourself?" she demands, in the manner of a step aerobics instructor possessed by the spirit of Ayn Rand.

From The Guardian • Jun. 1, 2014

You make monthly payments on your law school loans and go to step aerobics after work.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama