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barbell step-up
barbell step-up is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Stand in front of a bench or step with a barbell resting on your upper back.
Step 2. Place one foot on the bench or step, ensuring your entire foot is in contact with the surface.
Step 3. Push through your heel and step up onto the bench or step, fully extending your hip and knee.
Step 4. Pause briefly at the top, then lower yourself back down to the starting position.
Step 5. Repeat with the opposite leg.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
glutes
Secondary muscles
quadricepshamstringscalves
Primary body parts
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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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