Single Leg Mini Squat

This is a single leg mini dip. Single leg body weight exercises are fantastic at ensuring symmetry between both legs. Often with joint pain we see that the opposite side compensates for the weakness on the affected side by working harder in day-to-day activities. These exercises can help to prevent that from happening or reverse the changes that have already happened. 

Physio

Stand tall, holding on to the edge of a surface or putting your hands on the wall. Remove one leg off the ground and with standing leg bend both your knees and hips into a mini squat position. Pause at the bottom and then return to the starting position. You may think by removing the support you’re holding onto would be beneficial, but balance is not the target for this exercise, so if you need to make it more challenging, try increasing the number of repetitions you complete in a single set.