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Quadriceps · Beginner

Lateral Box Step Over

Step-control drill for lower-body coordination, balance, and foot placement.

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Lateral Box Step Over demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

QuadricepsGlutesCore

Equipment

Box

Sets × reps

3 × 15

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Stand sideways next to a stable box and place the nearest foot fully on top.
  2. 02Shift your weight onto the elevated leg while keeping the torso tall.
  3. 03Drive through that foot and bring the trailing leg across the box toward the far side.
  4. 04Step down under control with the far foot, then bring the other foot to the floor.
  5. 05Continue traveling in the same direction or alternate sides as programmed.

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