The Step DOWN might help your knees better than the traditional Step Up! That’s because the focus isn’t on going up, it’s on lowering down with as much control as possible! It’s this focus on the eccentric (the lowering phase) which really helps your body learn how to properly use your glutes in conjunction with your quads! This helps to build strength and stabilization in the knee joint which can help you combat joint pain down the line! This exercise is SLEPT ON!! Super helpful when you focus

Here's a video of Dr. Evan giving his tips on how to do step-ups and step-downs with a box. 🔥These are great exercises for working on a number of things for the lower body. To step up, set yourself up for success first by placing your foot in an already stacked position from the hip, knee, to 2nd toe. Then lean forward and hinge from your hips. Drive up with your back glute muscle, staying stacked the whole time without lifting with your low back. To step down, hinge first to get your glute inv

Underrated leg day move? Step Downs! • Bulletproof your knees • Fix left/right imbalances • Improve ankle & glute control • Perfect for hiking, stairs, & life • Low impact, high reward Just grab a step or box! #kneestrength #legdaytips #functionaltraining #gluteworkout #mobilitytraining #singlelegstrength #fitnesstips #athletictraining #stepdown | Tribe Fitness