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Quadriceps · Intermediate

Kettlebell Suitcase Step-Up

Offset-loaded step-up for single-leg strength, balance, and anti-rotation control.

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Kettlebell Suitcase Step-Up demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

QuadricepsGlutesCore

Equipment

Kettlebell

Sets × reps

3 × 10 / side

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Hold one kettlebell at your side opposite the working leg and face a stable box.
  2. 02Place the full working foot on the box and brace against the offset load.
  3. 03Drive through the elevated foot to stand without pushing hard from the floor leg.
  4. 04Keep your torso vertical and shoulders level at full extension.
  5. 05Step down under control, complete the set, and switch the working leg and kettlebell hand.

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