PROPHYSIOTHERAPY
Physio-Approved Exercise

How to do Step-Ups

Knee
Intermediate
Step
3 sets of 10 reps per side
Reviewed by Dr. Jahirul (J) Mazumdar, BPT · 11 July 2026

Stand facing a low step.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1
    Stand facing a low step.
  2. 2
    Place the right foot fully on the step and drive up, bringing the left foot to meet it.
  3. 3
    Step down under control. Alternate lead legs.
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Do
  • Keep the knee tracking over the second toe
Don't
  • Do not push off the trailing foot
Clinically used for
Patellofemoral PainPost-Surgical Knee RecoveryBalance & Fall Prevention

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