Dumbbell High Box Step Up

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Exercise overview

Training details

Quadriceps Glutes Hamstrings Core

Equipment

Dumbbell

Sets × reps

3 × 12 / side

Rest

1 min 15 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

01Stand facing a high stable box with a dumbbell in each hand and enough room to place one full foot on top.
02Set the working foot completely on the box, brace your trunk, and lean forward only as needed.
03Drive through the elevated foot to lift your body without springing forcefully from the trailing leg.
04Finish standing tall and balanced on the box with the working hip and knee fully extended.
05Step down slowly under control and repeat on the same side or alternate as programmed.

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