Legs · Chicken

Step-up high — Poulie

Muscles requiredGluteus maximus · Vastus lateralis · Vastus medialis

Description

Unilateral movement to strengthen glutes and hip stability.

01 · Setup

Set up the movement

  • Adjust the pulley height to maintain a natural trajectory.
  • Frontal pelvis and covered torso.
  • Front knee aligned with toes.
  • Weight distributed mainly on the active leg.
02 · Execution

Perform the rep

  1. Descend under control without losing knee alignment.
  2. Push hard on the front foot to come up.
  3. Contract the glutes at the top then continue cleanly.
  4. Maintain continuous tension and control the return to the stretch.
Technique cue

Push with the front leg and keep the pelvis stable.

Common mistakes
  • knee that pulls inward
  • collapsing torso
  • excessive rear leg drive
  • inconsistent range of motion
  • let the load return suddenly
Safety notes

Risks of poor execution

  • Poor knee-pelvis alignment can overload the knee and hip.

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