Lateral Step-up
Expert Advice
Drive through the heel of the working leg to fully activate the glutes and maintain an upright posture.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand side-on to a bench or step.
- Place the foot closest to the bench on top of it.
- Push through your heel to lift your body up, straightening the leg on the bench.
- Step down with control and repeat for the desired number of reps before switching sides.
Details
Primary


Glutes50%

Quads40%
Secondary

Calves10%
Equipment
Body weight

Exercise Type
Strength