In the step-up pattern, which sequence represents proper alternating foot movement?

In the step-up pattern, which sequence represents proper alternating foot movement?

• A. Step Up Right Foot, Step Up Left Foot, Step Down Left Foot, Step Down Right Foot
• B. Step Up Left Foot, Step Up Right Foot, Step Down Left Foot, Step Down Right Foot
• C. Step Up Left Foot, Step Down Left Foot, Step Up Right Foot, Step Down Right Foot
• D. Step Up Right Foot, Step Up Left Foot, Step Down Right Foot, Step Down Left Foot

Answer: (A)

Alternating foot movement during a step-up means you move up with one leg and then the other, and when you descend you reverse the order so the first foot down is the opposite leg that led the ascent. This keeps weight over the center of gravity and provides a controlled, balanced transition. The sequence shown does exactly that: you step up with the right foot, then the left foot to stand on the step, and to come down you step down with the left foot first, followed by the right. This maintains a smooth, alternating pattern throughout the movement, reducing the chance of loading one leg too long and helping maintain stability. Other sequences either reverse the order on descent or fail to preserve consistent alternation between steps, which can disrupt balance and loading symmetry.

Alternating foot movement during a step-up means you move up with one leg and then the other, and when you descend you reverse the order so the first foot down is the opposite leg that led the ascent. This keeps weight over the center of gravity and provides a controlled, balanced transition.

The sequence shown does exactly that: you step up with the right foot, then the left foot to stand on the step, and to come down you step down with the left foot first, followed by the right. This maintains a smooth, alternating pattern throughout the movement, reducing the chance of loading one leg too long and helping maintain stability.

Other sequences either reverse the order on descent or fail to preserve consistent alternation between steps, which can disrupt balance and loading symmetry.