Step-ups

You can use whatever you have at home. A sturdy chair, stair, or door mat!

βœ… The Set-up
- Stand with feet under hips facing an elevated surface.

πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ The Action
- Lift one knee towards your chest, balancing on one leg.
- Step fully onto surface with one foot.
- Drive off of entire foot and stand up fully.
- Trailing (non-working leg) then stands on top of the box.
- Slowly lower yourself down using the same foot as you stood up with.
- Return both feet to the ground.

βœ… The Finish
- Standing at the top of an elevated surface with both feet.

🧒 Coaching Tips! Drive out of your heel when stepping onto and off of the box.

Step-ups

Leg Movements

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Step-ups

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