Barbell Step-up (female)

Barbell Step-up demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Place a barbell across your shoulders, not your neck.
  • 2Stand upright and place one foot on an elevated platform.
  • 3Step up onto the platform by extending your hip and knee of your forward leg.
  • 4Step down with the other foot by flexing your hip and knee.
  • 5Repeat the movement by alternating the legs.

Tips:

  • Keep your back straight and head up throughout the exercise.
  • Do not let your knee go ahead of your toes on the step up to avoid injury.
  • Keep the movements controlled and steady.
  • You can start with a lower platform if you find it challenging initially.

Barbell Step-up Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs