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- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Movement type
- Strength
- Primary muscles
- Glutes Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Dumbbells
Dumbbell Single Leg Step-Up
4 steps Updated 29/08/2026
Dumbbell Single Leg Step-Up is a free weights exercise targeting Quadriceps (Quadriceps Femoris), Glutes (gluteus maximus, gluteus mideus) using Dumbbells.
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How to perform it
- Stand facing a sturdy platform, holding a dumbbell in each hand with arms at your sides.
- Lift and place your right foot on the platform, ensuring your entire foot is firm.
- Push through your right heel to lift your body onto the bench, bringing your left foot up to meet your right foot on the bench.
- Step back down with your left foot, followed by your right foot, returning to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of reps, then switch to the left leg.
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Variations and related exercises
4 Corners Curtsy
4 Corners Side Step
4 Punches Side Squat
4 Reverse Lunge and 4 Side Taps
Last updated: 29/08/2026
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