When performing unilateral (one side at a time) training, the common advice is to start with your weaker side while you’re fresh, and then train the stronger side afterward. Many times, that strategy works well. However, there’s another school of thought that suggests starting with your stronger side to potentiate the nervous system — essentially…
A common mistake during step-ups is pushing off with the non-working leg, either by extending the knee or ankle. To correct this, keep the knee locked, the ankle in dorsiflexion (toes up), and tap the floor with the heel only. I picked up this tip years ago from strength coach Charles Poliquin, who learned it…
Start with a low step beside you and use only your bodyweight at first. As your strength and stability improve, you can progress to holding a pair of dumbbells. Keep your hips level throughout the movement. If the step is too high, maintaining this position will be difficult. A common mistake is pushing off with…