The reverse step-up is a lower limb strengthening exercise that targets the quadriceps and glutes while promoting knee control and joint alignment. By stepping backwards onto a platform, it reduces forward knee load and encourages posterior chain activation. This exercise is ideal for patellofemoral pain, post-operative knee rehab, and improving single-leg strength and stability.
- Stand back to the step with both feet together.
- Step up with one leg.
- Immediately continue with the other leg.
- Further directions may be progressed by your Physiotherapist.