Dumbbell Step-Up

Unilateral exercise stepping onto a box or bench with a dumbbell in each hand. Works the quads and glutes and improves leg-to-leg balance.

Visual guide

Reference photo — start and end of the movement.

How to perform

1. 1.Hold a dumbbell in each hand with your arms at your sides.
2. 2.Place your whole foot on the box.
3. 3.Drive through the front heel to step up, extending the leg.
4. 4.Lower under control with the same leg.
5. 5.Alternate or complete all reps per side.

Common mistakes

• ●Pushing off with the bottom leg
• ●Placing only the toes on the box
• ●Leaning the torso forward
• ●Box too high, breaking technique

Proper technique