Stepup
Step up is a good lower body exercise that works muscles in the legs and buttocks. It primarily targets the quadriceps, hamstrings, as well as gluteal muscles in the buttocks.
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Single-Arm Step-Up And Press
Single-Arm Step-Up And Press is a combination of a step up and a shoulder press. This exercise not only targets your hips and quads but also hits your shoulders and triceps, too.
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Instructions
- Grab a dumbbell and hold it at shoulder level with your palm facing inward. Stand tall in front of a bench or step and place one foot firmly on the step.
- Pressing on the front heel, push the body to the step, straightening both legs. Having reached the top point, squeeze the dumbbell over your head. Lower the dumbbell back to your shoulder and lower it back to the starting position.
Tips
- Don't lean forward too far, and don't use momentum to get up.
Alternative Exercises
Single-Arm Reverse Lunge And Press
Single-Arm Reverse Lunge And Press provides balance and strength to the core. It also provides stability and strength to the shoulders and lower body.
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