Exercise technique

stepdown squat

Stand on a stable step with one leg as the support and the other foot hanging off the edge. Lower under control until the free heel lightly taps the floor, then drive back up to stand tall.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Stand tall on a sturdy step 15–30 cm high; toes forward, hands on hips or out for balance.
  2. Shift your weight fully over the working leg, keeping pelvis level and core braced.
  3. Bend the stance knee and hip to descend, letting the free heel reach toward the floor in front.
  4. Track the stance knee over the second–third toe; do not let it cave inward.
  5. Lightly tap the floor with the free heel without transferring weight to it.
  6. Press through the stance midfoot/heel to extend the knee and hip and return to the start.
  7. Complete all reps under slow control, then switch legs.

Which other muscles are involved?

Glutes, Hamstrings, Calves, Abductors, Abs.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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