Smith Lateral Step-up
Expert Advice
Focus on driving through the heel of the working leg to fully activate the target muscles and ensure proper form.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand side-on to a Smith machine with a bench set up next to you.
- Place the foot closest to the bench on top of it, keeping your other foot on the ground.
- Push through the heel of your raised foot to lift your body up onto the bench.
- Step back down to the starting position in a controlled manner.
- Complete the desired number of reps before switching to the other side.
Details
Primary
Quads50%
Hamstrings50%
Equipment
Smith machine
Exercise Type
Strength
