MIM: Step Downs

A lot of people know how to do step ups but how about step downs?

In todays Move It Monday we are going to try the step downs.  They are a GREAT butt and balance exercise. First thing to do is find a step or bench.  It is ok to start low on these.  This is an advanced exercise and you want to have good form.

• Stand on the edge of the bench on your right foot.
• Put all of your weight toward your heel.
• Step down with your left leg.
• It is ok to go all of the way to the ground and touch the ground with your left foot.
• Push up through your right heel so that you are up to starting position.
• Do 5 – 10 and then switch legs

**Important that you sit BACK into the heel and tighten your tummy for balance. It is ok to have a chair nearby to use for balance.

**Progression:  just tap your toe on the ground as you come down or don’t touch at all.  Uses more leg strength and balance.