strain fixation

Hello All:

I am running a simple thermal tension coupon test with two steps.

Step 1: Apply a 10 lbs load on the coupon at certain temp.
Step 2: Keep the strain constant and reduce temp ( the material would
try to contract but I must keep the strain constant by increasing load)

Is there a way for me to do step 2 in abaqus and have it predict the load or stress required to maintain constant strain?

I would appreciate your comments? Thanks