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Instructions:
- Come into a standing position with the feet directly underneath the hips
- Move one leg back behind you by extending the hip
- Contact the ground with the balls of the feet and keep the heel lifted
- Imagine that the feet are on train tracks here as opposed to a tight rope
- Bend both knees simultaneously
- Ensure the movement is directly towards the ground
- Your Physiotherapist will determine the amount of bend required
- Keep the weight in the heel of the leading leg
- Straighten the knees and bring the feet back together
- Repeat on the opposite side
Precautions:
- You may need to complete this exercise next to a stable surface to provide some balance
- Ensure the hips remain forward and avoid rotating to the working side
- Keep the heel elevated at all times
