Step-up
Expert Advice
Drive through the heel of the stepping foot to engage the glutes and quads effectively. Keep your chest up and shoulders back.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand in front of a bench or step.
- Place one foot on the step, pressing through the heel to lift your body up.
- Bring the other foot to meet the first one on the step.
- Step down with the leading foot and follow with the other foot.
- Repeat, alternating the leading leg with each repetition.
Details
Primary


Glutes40%

Quads40%
Secondary

Calves20%
Equipment
Body weight

Exercise Type
Strength