Exercise Guide

Dumbbell Step-Up Split Squat

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Dumbbell Step-Up Split Squat

Quads Dumbbell

beginner

Category

upper legs

Body Part

upper legs

Equipment

dumbbell

Target

quads

Instructions

  1. 1

    Stand in front of a bench or step with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing your body.

  2. 2

    Place your right foot on the bench or step, ensuring your entire foot is in contact with the surface.

  3. 3

    Step up onto the bench or step with your right foot, pushing through your heel to lift your body up.

  4. 4

    As you step up, simultaneously lift your left knee towards your chest.

  5. 5

    Pause at the top of the movement, then slowly lower your left foot back to the ground while keeping your right foot on the bench or step.

  6. 6

    Repeat the movement with your left foot on the bench or step.

  7. 7

    Continue alternating between your right and left foot for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles

GlutesQuadsHamstringsCalves

Movement Data

Role

Lunge

Pattern

squat

Priority

6/10

Variation Rank

3

Workout Split

legs

Classification

General

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