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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