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Step Ups demonstration

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Strength / Bodyweight

Step Ups

A lower-body exercise stepping onto a bench, building strength in the quads and glutes.

Equipment

Bodyweight

Experience

intermediate

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Hamstrings · Calves · Glute Medius

Instructions

  1. 01

    Stand facing a sturdy box or bench.

  2. 02

    Place one foot fully on the box surface.

  3. 03

    Drive through that heel to lift your body onto the box.

  4. 04

    Bring your trailing foot up to stand fully on the box.

  5. 05

    Step back down leading with the same foot.

  6. 06

    Alternate legs or complete all reps on one side before switching.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.