Step-Ups on Painful Side (Higher Step)

KneeStrengthening
Step-Ups on Painful Side (Higher Step)

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Description

Place one foot on a step or a stair that is approximately two steps high. Press down on the painful leg to ascend, then lower yourself by controlling the movement with the non-painful leg. Perform the movement at a steady pace while maintaining good control.

Settings

Equipment
Step
Positions
Stand Up
Muscle groups
Knee extensors
Difficulty
Easy
Movement
Extension
Contraction mode
Concentric

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