Kettlebell Step-up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Kettlebell
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Soleus, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Kettlebell Step Up
How to: Kettlebell Step-up
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart holding a kettlebell in one hand.
- Place your foot on an elevated surface (like a step or platform).
- Push through your heel to step up onto the platform, bringing your opposite knee up towards your chest.
- Step back down in a controlled manner and repeat on the other side.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning forward excessively instead of keeping your torso upright.
- Not engaging the core, which can lead to poor stability.
Modifications
- Perform the step-up without weights to reduce difficulty.
- Use a lower step to decrease the height and intensity.
Tips
- Keep your chest lifted and engage your core throughout the movement.
- Ensure your knee does not extend beyond your toes when stepping up.
Kettlebell Step-up Alternatives
Tags
thighs
legs
strength
kettlebell
glutes
core