Form guide
How to Do Step-Ups
Use a sturdy chair or stair to build single-leg strength.
- Level
- Beginner
- Equipment
- No Equipment
- Impact
- Low impact
- Muscles worked
- Quads
- Glutes
Step by step
- 1Place one foot fully on a sturdy step or chair.
- 2Drive through that foot to stand up on the step.
- 3Step down with control; alternate legs.
Common mistakes
- Pushing off the bottom foot.
- Using a wobbly surface.
Alternatives
Put it to work
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