
Instructions
Preparation
- Stand very close to bench to one side. Place nearest foot
on opposite side of bench.
Execution
- Stand on bench by straightening first leg and pushing body
upward. Place foot of second leg next to first foot. Step down
with first foot to opposite side of bench onto floor. Continue
with opposite sequence alternating between sides.
Comments
- Keep torso upright during exercise. Stepping knee should
point same direction as foot. A modest degree of knee
rotation occurs during this movement. See Controversial
Exercises and Rotary
Force in Squat Analysis.
Easier
- Using shorter bench or step will make this movement easier.
Harder
- For greater challenge, use taller bench or box. Barbells
and Dumbbells can also provide additional resistance.
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Classification
Muscles
Target
Synergists
Dynamic
Stabilizers
Stabilizers
Antagonist
Stabilizers
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