Barbell Bench Lateral Step-up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Soleus, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Barbell Lateral Step-up
How to: Barbell Bench Lateral Step-up
- Stand facing a bench with a barbell resting across your shoulders.
- Step up on the bench with one foot, driving through the heel.
- Bring the other leg up to meet the planted foot on the bench.
- Step back down with the same leg you stepped up with, and alternate legs.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the knee to cave inward while stepping up.
- Not fully extending the leg on the bench.
- Using excessive momentum instead of controlled movement.
Modifications
- Perform the step-up with a lower platform to reduce difficulty.
- Use a lighter barbell or no weight at all for beginners.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Ensure your foot is flat on the bench to maintain stability.
- Drive through your heel to engage the glutes.
Barbell Bench Lateral Step-up Alternatives
Tags
strength
legs
thighs
quadriceps
glutes
stability