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Barbell Step-Up
intermediate
Barbell
Unilateral lower body exercise using a box for height.
Primary Muscles
Quadriceps
Glutes
Secondary Muscles
Hamstrings
Core
Instructions
Bar on upper traps, stand facing a box. Step one foot onto box, drive through heel to stand on top, step down and repeat.
Common Mistakes
Pushing off back foot, leaning forward excessively, box too low.
Variations
- Dumbbell Step-Up
- Lateral Step-Up
- Deficit Step-Up