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01Facts

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Step-Up is an intermediate multi-joint compound pushing exercise targeting the Quads in the Legs region. Performed using dumbbells, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Glutes, Hamstrings and Core. Trained one side at a time.

02Muscle recruitment

Scored primarily as Legs. Stimulus share across muscles:

LegsSHARE100
CoreSHARE30

03Equipment variations

Dumbbell

Step-Up

Also called box step-up

External load · Per side · Home

Barbell

Barbell Step-Up

Barbell Step-Up is an intermediate multi-joint compound pushing exercise targeting the Quads in the Legs region. Performed using a barbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Glutes, Hamstrings and Core. Trained one side at a time.

External load · Per side · Gym

04More leg movements

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