Step Up March
Exercise Overview
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. Proceed to step up with your other leg while making sure the center of your knee aligns well with your 2nd to 3rd toe. Raise the non-weight bearing knee up to hip height. Step back down and repeat as required.
Muscles Involved
QuadricepsGluteus Maximus
Related Conditions
Runner’s KneeJumper’s KneePatellofemoral Pain SyndromeQuadriceps Tendinitis / Patellar TendinitisMeniscus TearACL Sprain
