In the 4th instalment of our Exercise Unpacked Series, we're looking into the staple Step Up.
The good old step up is something that seems quite easy but if done right can be very challenging—perfect for people returning from knee or hip injuries and especially good for runners who are always getting niggles!
The key is to keep the tempo SLOW. Perform 3 sets of 10-15 and work both legs!
Here's how to perform them correctly:
1) Stand in front of step with hands on hip, foot ready on step
2) Push heel down into step and squeeze quad and glute muscles whilst straightening knee. Aim to push body straight into the air instead of leaning forward as we would with a normal step.
3) Slowly lower back down to the ground, bending at the hip and knee
STC has adapted to the COVID-19 crisis:
For those that do not need hands-on treatment or are in the vulnerable person category, we are now offering online physiotherapy and online classes, which are claimable via your health fund rebates.
We are still offering face to face physiotherapy services for those with significant musculoskeletal pain or post-surgical rehabilitation, this may change if the crisis escalates.
We are offering several classes online including Pilates and Mums & Bubs post/antenatal rehabilitation. We’re able to facilitate varied online classes, so if you’re more comfortable with conducting your rehab from home, let us know and we’ll arrange to have you dialled in online to a class.