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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