Bodyweight Glute Dominant Step-up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Soleus, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Glute Dominant Step-up
How to: Bodyweight Glute Dominant Step-up
- Stand in front of a step or elevated surface with your feet hip-width apart.
- Place one foot on the step, ensuring your entire foot is planted.
- Using your glutes and legs, step up onto the surface, lifting your other leg off the ground.
- Bring the opposite knee up toward your chest as you stand tall on the step.
- Step back down carefully, lowering your foot to the ground.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs.
Common Mistakes
- Using the toes to push instead of the heel.
- Not engaging the core during the lift.
- Rounding the back while standing up on the step.
Modifications
- Use a lower step height for beginners.
- Perform the exercise without weight until you are comfortable with the motion.
Tips
- Focus on pressing through your heel to activate the glutes.
- Keep your core engaged to maintain stability during the movement.
- Ensure that your knee does not extend past your toes while stepping up.
Bodyweight Glute Dominant Step-up Alternatives
Tags
glutes
quads
bodyweight
strength
hip exercises
lower body