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Tom’s Guide
Tom’s Guide
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Sam Hopes

'Old school' step aerobics is making a comeback — this 30-minute routine is addictive and could boost brain function

Muscular couple performing a step aerobics workout in the gym performing a lunge on the step.

Recently, I got sent an '80s aerobic workout video by one of Tom’s Guide’s editors-in-chief, and it got me thinking about old-school workouts.

My bread and butter has been strength programs in the gym, CrossFit, yoga, and running over the years — I haven’t really tried and tested the classics, such as step aerobics, for example. But I hear they’re making a strong comeback for 2026.

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