Dumbbell Lateral Step-up (female)

Dumbbell Lateral Step-up demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand next to a sturdy bench or step while holding the dumbbells at your sides
  • 2Place the foot of your closest leg onto the bench, pushing through your heel to step up, keeping your other foot off the bench
  • 3Pause for a second, then lower yourself back down in a controlled fashion
  • 4Repeat this motion, then switch sides to ensure both legs are equally worked

Tips:

  • Keep your torso upright throughout the exercise
  • Ensure full control during both the ascent and descent
  • Focus on pushing through your heel on the stepping up leg
  • Avoid any bouncing or momentum use, this should be a slow and controlled movement

Dumbbell Lateral Step-up Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs