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Step Up

🏋️ Calisthenics / Bodyweight · Legs

Also known as: step ups, box step up, box step ups

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Reps
/step_ups 20
also valid: /step-ups 20 · /step ups 20
Sets × Reps
/step_ups 3x10
also valid: /step-ups 3x10 · /step ups 3x10 · /log step_ups 3x10
Sets × Reps @ Weight
/step_ups 3x10@45
also valid: /step-ups 3x10@45 · /step ups 3x10@45 · /log step_ups 3x10@45

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Demonstration

Step Up demonstration animation
Demo: Barbell Step-Up — © Gym visual

How to perform

🎯 GlutesQuadricepsHamstringsCalves🛠 Barbell
  1. Stand in front of a bench or step with a barbell resting on your upper back.
  2. Place one foot on the bench or step, ensuring your entire foot is in contact with the surface.
  3. Push through your heel and step up onto the bench or step, fully extending your hip and knee.
  4. Pause briefly at the top, then lower yourself back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat with the opposite leg.
  6. Continue alternating legs for the desired number of repetitions.

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