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Dumbbell Step Ups
Muscles worked
- Quadrizeps
- Hip Adductors
- Gluteus
- Quadratus Lumborum
- Long Calf
- Short Calf
- Calf (Gastrocnemius)
- Calf (Soleus)
Equipment

Form Cues
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Start standing in front of a box hold 2 dumbbels
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Place one foot on the box
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Lean forward over the front foot, reaching the arms and weights slightly forward
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When your full bodyweight is shifted onto the foot, press down into the box and step up
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Use the rear foot for assistance to stand up, but avoid overusing it
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Stand up completely
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Slowly lower back down
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Shift back slightly at the bottom to touch down with the rear foot
Common mistakes
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