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Anterior Step Down - Wedge
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- HOW: Place a wedge underneath your heel. Reach forward with the elevated leg as far as you can, tap the floor and return back to starting position.
- FEEL: You will feel the muscles in your legs working, particularly the muscles on the front of your thigh.
- COMPENSATION: Make sure the leg on the wedge is straight. The hip, knee, and ankle should be aligned.
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