Box Step-Down

Technique

Stand on top of a box or elevated platform with one foot near the edge. Slowly lower your other leg down toward the floor by bending your standing knee, controlling the descent. Lightly tap the floor with your lowering foot, then return to standing on the box. Complete all reps on one side before switching legs.

Steps

1. Stand on top of a box or elevated platform with one foot near the edge
2. Slowly lower your other leg down toward the floor by bending your standing knee
3. Lightly tap the floor with your lowering foot
4. Return to standing on the box under control
5. Complete all reps on one side before switching legs

Common mistakes

• Letting the standing knee cave inward during the descent
• Dropping down fast instead of controlling the lowering leg
• Using the lowering foot to push back up instead of the standing leg

Variations

• Box step-down from a higher platform for greater range
• Weighted box step-down holding dumbbells at the sides
• Box step-down with a pause just above the floor for extra time under tension

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