Forward step up exercise : How to do, Benefits, Side Effects, Uses, Precautions

( Forward step up )

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Name of exercise  AROM knee step ups
Other names of exercise Forward step up
Description of exercise Forward step up exercise is a lower body strength training exercise that targets the quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings. To perform this exercise, stand in front of a step or platform with your feet shoulder-width apart. Step up onto the platform with one foot, driving through your heel and engaging your glutes. Keep your chest up and core engaged as you step up. Then, step down with the same foot and repeat on the other side. This exercise can be made more challenging by holding dumbbells or increasing the height of the step. It is a great functional exercise that can improve balance, stability, and overall lower body strength.
Do each time for how long Do this for 10 times, or do as many times instructed by your doctor.
Do daily for how many time Do daily two times, or do as per instructed by your doctor.
Do for how many days Do for two to three weeks, or do upto days told by your doctor.
How to do exercise
  • Stand with involved leg on step.
  • Shift weight over knee.
  • Step up slowly.
  • Step back down leading with involved leg.
  • Repeat.

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    Body Part Hip, Knee, Ankle & Foot
    Type of Muscles Gluteal, Quadriceps, Hamstring, Calf or Foot
    Category of Exercise __
    Type of Exercise AROM
    Body Position Standing
    Difficulty Level Medium
    Direction of Exercise Extenstion
    Type of Action Extension, Plantarflexion, Abduction, Elevation

    Benefits of exercise

    According to scientific research, this exercise helps in the body per below(ME/1)

  • Improved balance
  • Strengthened leg muscles
  • Increased lower body strength
  • Improved coordination
  • Enhanced agility
  • Increased cardiovascular endurance
  • Improved flexibility
  • Improved core stability
  • Improved bone density
  • Improved athletic performance

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    1 Benefits of exercise
    2 When to avoid this exercise
    3 Precautions
    4 Helpful in Diseases

    When to avoid this exercise

  • The Forward step up exercise should be avoided if you have any knee or hip injuries or pain. This exercise puts a lot of strain on these joints and can worsen any existing conditions. It should also be avoided if you have any balance issues or are prone to dizziness. This exercise requires good balance and coordination, and if you are not confident in these areas, it can lead to falls and injuries. Additionally, if you are pregnant, it is best to avoid this exercise as it can put pressure on the abdominal muscles and pelvic floor. It is always important to listen to your body and consult with a doctor or physical therapist before attempting any new exercises, especially if you have any pre-existing conditions.

    • Precautions

    As per several scientific studies, some precautions need to be taken while doing this exercise such as(ME/2)

  • Do not push off with trailing foot. This can be done by keeping ball of foot of the trailing foot lifted up.

    • Helpful in Diseases

  • knee pain
  • arthritis
  • osteoporosis
  • osteoarthritis
  • hip pain
  • ankle pain

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