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Instructions:

  • 1Stand in front of a raised platform or step, with a resistance band looped around your ankles
  • 2With your chest upright, step forward and up onto the platform with one foot ensuring good tension on the band
  • 3Push through the foot on the platform until standing upright
  • 4Reverse the movement and step carefully back to starting position
  • 5Repeat this motion, alternating between legs.

Tips:

  • Keep your back straight and chest high throughout the movement
  • Ensure not to let the band pull your feet inward when stepping up
  • Engage your core for balance
  • Drive your hips forward while standing upright to fully engage your glute muscles

Band Step-up Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs