Barbell Lateral Step-Up
Barbell Lateral Step-Up provides leg strength for better balance and to reduce weaknesses that limit bilateral leg strength. It improves hip stability and stresses knee extension in the most mechanically difficult range.
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Barbell Lateral Step-Up provides leg strength for better balance and to reduce weaknesses that limit bilateral leg strength. It improves hip stability and stresses knee extension in the most mechanically difficult range.
This exercise will also improve hip mobility, core stability, and muscular balance on both sides of the body.
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