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Quadriceps · Intermediate

Speed Step Ups

Fast alternating step-up conditioning drill using a low stable box and controlled foot placement.

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Speed Step Ups demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

QuadricepsGlutesHamstringsCalvesCore

Equipment

Box

Sets × time

3 × 30 sec

Rest

45 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Face a low stable box in an athletic stance with your arms ready to assist.
  2. 02Place your right foot quickly and fully on top of the box.
  3. 03Drive through the right foot to rise and bring the left knee to hip height.
  4. 04Return the left foot and then the right foot lightly to the floor.
  5. 05Repeat immediately with the left foot leading and continue alternating at a controlled quick rhythm.

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