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In article <4160021@hpcc01.corp.hp.com> zornow@hpcc01.corp.hp.com (Claudia Zornow) writes:
>OK, I'm confused.
>
>The "Introduction to The Step" step aerobics video shows
>the use of hand weights to increase the intensity of your
>step workout.
>
>On Kathy Smith's step aerobic video, she has an M.D. and
>a physical therapist saying you shouldn't use hand weights
>while stepping because it increases the stress on your knees.
>
>Who's right?
>
>Claudia

I don't know who is right, but I suspect that if it were possible to
over-stress the knees by stepping with hand weights (aren't these on
the order of 1-3 lbs each?), then what would happen if you:

	ride a bike (with or w/o climbing hills)
	climb a flight of stairs (with or w/o groceries)
	go skating/rollerblading
	gain 5 lbs
	indulge in any athletic activity whatsoever
	do anything whatsoever that might develop your quads

Maybe we should all just stay in bed? ----- NOT!

Keith R