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Dumbbell Step-Up
beginner
Dumbbell
Unilateral leg exercise stepping onto a box with dumbbells.
Primary Muscles
Quadriceps
Glutes
Secondary Muscles
Hamstrings
Calves
Instructions
Hold dumbbells at sides, step one foot on box. Drive through heel to stand on top, step down and alternate.
Common Mistakes
Pushing off back foot, leaning forward, box too low.
Variations
- Barbell Step-Up
- Lateral Step-Up
- Weighted Box Step-Down