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Lateral Step-Up
Stand beside a step and place the foot nearest the step on top; hold dumbbells if used. Press through the foot on the step to lift sideways, then lower back to the floor under control.
Lateral Step-Up
Stand beside a step and place the foot nearest the step on top; hold dumbbells if used.
Press through the foot on the step to lift sideways, then lower back to the floor under control.
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Key points
- Place the step-side foot on the platform
- Lift using the leg on the platform
- Control the descent
Cautions
- Keep the knee from collapsing inward
- Don't push off strongly with the floor-side foot
- Keep the platform height consistent
MUSCLES
Main muscles
- Gluteus maximus
- Gluteus medius
- Quadriceps
Equipment: Dumbbells, step platform
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