How to perform Bodyweight Step up with proper form

Starting Position

• Stand facing a sturdy platform or bench, feet hip-width apart.

Execution

1. Step Up: Place one foot firmly on the platform. Keep your weight on that leg.
2. Drive Up: Push through the heel of the elevated foot, straightening your leg to lift your body onto the platform.
3. Thermal Leg: Bring the opposite knee up towards your chest as you step up.
4. Lower Down: Step down carefully with the same foot you used to step up, controlling the descent.
5. Repeat: Alternate legs and continue the movement.

Form Tips

• Keep your back straight and engage your core throughout.
• Avoid leaning forward; maintain an upright posture.
• Ensure your knee does not extend past your toes as you step up.
• Use a height that allows for comfort and stability.

Common Mistakes

• Rushing the movement or using momentum.
• Allowing the knee to collapse inward.
• Not engaging the core or using poor posture.

By following these steps, you will perform the bodyweight step up safely and effectively.