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Chair step-up: how to do it with good form

The chair step-up trains the legs one at a time at home, with just a sturdy chair or step.

How to do it

  1. 1

    Place a sturdy chair against the wall so it cannot slide.

  2. 2

    Put your whole foot on the seat.

  3. 3

    Press up through that foot until you stand tall, without pushing off with the back leg.

  4. 4

    Step down under control and do all reps before switching legs.

Common mistakes

  • Pushing off with the leg on the floor.
  • Front knee caving in.
  • Using a chair that can slide or tip.

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