Toe Up Step Up
Written By David Song
TOE UP STEP UP
This is a unilateral knee extensor and hip extensor strengthening exercise. This exercise requires an exercise stepper, plyo box, or staircase. Start by stepping up with one leg and plant it do that the full foot is supported by the step. Raise the toes of the bottom foot off of the floor and proceed to step up with your other leg while making sure the center of your knee aligns well with your 2ndd to 3rd toe. Step back down and repeat as required.
Muscles Involved:
Quadriceps
Gluteus Maximus
Related Conditions:
Runner’s Knee
Jumper’s Knee
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
Quadriceps Tendinitis / Patellar Tendinitis
Meniscus Tear
ACL Sprain
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