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Barbell step-up

per side

Movement pattern:
Lunge
Equipment:
Barbell
Level:
Intermediate
Primary muscle:
Quads
Also works:
Glutes, Hamstrings

Technique

Bar on the back, full foot planted on the platform. Drive up through the front heel without pushing off the trailing foot.

Common mistakes

Pushing off the back foot instead of driving with the working leg.

Easier option: Dumbbell step-up

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