Smith Lateral Step-Up (female)

Smith Lateral Step-Up demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand sideways to the Smith machine with the bar hovering above your shoulders.
  • 2Step onto the Smith machine bar, pushing through your heel.
  • 3Straighten your leg, lifting your body up until your other leg dangles beside the Smith machine.
  • 4Lower your body back to the start position.
  • 5Repeat for desired repetitions, then switch sides.

Tips:

  • Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise.
  • Avoid bending your torso during the exercise, maintain a straight posture.
  • Push through your heel to better engage the target muscles.
  • Exhale when pushing up and inhale when lowering down.

Smith Lateral Step-Up Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs