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Quadriceps · Intermediate

Kettlebell Step Up

Single-leg lower-body drill building leg strength, balance, and control.

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Kettlebell Step Up demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

QuadricepsGlutesCore

Equipment

Kettlebell

Sets × reps

3 × 12

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Hold one kettlebell by its horns at your chest and stand close to a stable box.
  2. 02Place the entire working foot on the box with the knee aligned to the toes.
  3. 03Drive through the elevated foot to stand without pushing forcefully from the trailing leg.
  4. 04Stabilize on top with your working hip and knee extended.
  5. 05Step down slowly, complete the set, and switch legs.

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