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forward diagonal step with resistance band - beginner Lower Body exercise
  • Lower Body
  • beginner

forward diagonal step with resistance band

step forward at 45 degrees against band resistance, then return feet together while maintaining tension.

Starting position
standing
Joints
hip, knee, head
Muscles
gluteus medius, quadriceps, hip abductors, hip flexors
Equipment
resistance band
Goal
postural correction, coordination, stability
Type
isotonic concentric, resisted

How it is done

Stand with arms by side and loop the theraband above ankles. Put one step forward and diagonally maintaing angle of 45° pulling the theraband and foot off other leg and place close to forward foot to return to start position. Repeat.

Nothing here is a prescription. Your physiotherapist decides which of these are yours, and when.

The plan starts with an assessment.