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Ankle and foot · Strengthening

Step up with heel raise on box

Step up with heel raise on box, 3 sets, 10 repetitions per leg, 1 second pause at the top

Illustration of the Step up with heel raise on box exercise

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How to do the exercise

Sets: 3

Repetitions: 10 per leg

Pause: 1 second at the top

Description: Place one foot on a stable box, then push off the front leg to step up, raising the heel to stand on the tiptoe. Slowly descend while controlling the movement. Pause for one second at the top before lowering.

Tips: Keep your back straight and gaze forward. Control both the ascent and descent to avoid jolts. Engage the foot and ankle muscles to strengthen stability.

At a glance

Goal
Strengthening
Level
Intermediate
Equipment
caisse, marche
Starting position
Debout devant une caisse stable
Clinical goal
Renforcer les muscles du pied et de la cheville
Also known as
montée sur caisse avec talon levé, step up talon, montée sur marche avec montée de talon

Precautions

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This information is educational and does not replace advice from a healthcare professional. Ask your physiotherapist or doctor before starting, especially if you have pain, a recent injury or have had surgery.