Dumbbell step up

Muscles worked: Glutes, Hamstrings
GlutesHamstrings
🔧 Dumbbells, Plyometric Box 🏋️ kg × reps Difficulty:

Muscle outlines from Body Muscles by Ivan Vulović, Apache 2.0 — regrouped and recoloured for Muscle Train.

How to perform

Extend your hip and knee by driving through the heel of your elevated foot. Lift your body until the working leg is straight and the trailing foot reaches the box. Pause briefly at the top, then lower the trailing foot back to the floor with control. Repeat before switching legs.

Muscles Worked

Glute MaxBiceps FemorisSemitendinosus
Secondary: Gastrocnemius, Abs

Tips

To maximize power and stability, focus on driving through the heel of your elevated foot, engaging your glutes and hamstrings for a strong extension. Maintain an upright chest throughout the movement to prevent leaning and ensure proper spinal alignment. Control the descent of your trailing foot, resisting the urge to drop quickly to maintain muscle engagement and protect your joints. Avoid pushing off your back leg, as this reduces the effectiveness of the working leg and can lead to imbalances. Ensure your knee tracks over your toes during the extension to promote proper alignment and prevent valgus collapse.

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