Lateral Dumbbell Step-up
Muscle Groups: Quads, Adductors
Lateral Dumbbell Step-up focuses on Quads, Adductors, with Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Lateral Dumbbell Step-up with proper form and technique.
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Stand beside a bench or step with a dumbbell in each hand, arms at your sides.
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With your right foot, step up onto the bench, pressing through your heel to lift your body.
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Bring your left foot up to meet your right on the bench, keeping your core tight.
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Step back down with your left foot, followed by your right, and repeat.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Lateral Dumbbell Step-up safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your knees aligned with your toes to avoid strain.
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Engage your core throughout the movement to maintain balance.
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Start with lighter weights to ensure proper form before progressing.
Secondary Muscles
While Lateral Dumbbell Step-up primarily targets Quads, Adductors , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Lateral Dumbbell Step-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Lateral Dumbbell Step-up, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
