Band Step-Up

Stand in front of a bench or step with a resistance band looped under the foot of your leading leg and held with both hands at shoulder height.

Step onto the bench with your leading foot, keeping the band under the foot and maintaining tension by keeping your hands at shoulder level.

Push through the heel of the leading leg to straighten it and lift your body up onto the bench, bringing your trailing leg up to meet it.

Lower the trailing leg back to the starting position with control, while maintaining tension in the band throughout the movement.

Continue for the desired number of repetitions before switching the leading leg.

Keep your chest up and core engaged throughout the exercise to maintain balance and avoid leaning forward too much.

Perform the exercise for the desired number of sets, alternating legs each set or after half the total number of sets.

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