Step Up
Equipment: Dumbbell
Primary muscle: Quadriceps
Category: isolation
Movement: push
Glutes
Hamstring
Upper
Front
How to Perform Step Up
Stand upright holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides with your arms fully extended. Position yourself in front of a sturdy bench or step. Place one foot firmly on the platform while keeping your chest up and core engaged. Drive through the heel of the elevated foot to step up onto the bench, bringing your body to a fully upright position. Step back down under control and repeat the movement. Complete all repetitions on one leg before switching sides, or alternate legs