glutesband

band step-up

band step-up is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1

Place a band around your thighs, just above your knees.

Step 2

Stand facing a step or platform with your feet hip-width apart.

Step 3

Step up onto the platform with your right foot, pushing through your heel.

Step 4

Extend your left leg behind you, keeping it straight.

Step 5

Lower your left foot back down to the ground.

Step 6

Repeat with your left foot stepping up onto the platform.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

glutes

Secondary muscles

quadricepshamstringscalves

Primary body parts

thighsglutes

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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