Step Up - Quadriceps Strengthening exercise
Exercise Overview
The step-up is a functional strengthening exercise that primarily targets the quadriceps while also training hip and lower-limb control. It is commonly used in rehabilitation to improve knee stability, stair-climbing ability, and single-leg weight-bearing strength.
Muscles Involved
QuadricepsGluteus maximusGluteus mediusHamstringsGastrocnemiusSoleus
Related Conditions
Patellofemoral pain syndromeKnee osteoarthritisPost-operative knee rehabilitationQuadriceps weaknessMeniscal injury rehabilitationAnterior knee pain