# Kettlebell Step-Up

URL: https://heatsy.app/ex/kettlebell-step-up

Also known as: KB Step-Up, Kettlebell Step Up, Goblet Step-Up

Body region: Legs, Glutes

## Muscles

- Main: Gluteus Maximus, Vastus Lateralis, Vastus Medialis, Vastus Intermedius
- Helps: Rectus Femoris, Adductor Magnus, Biceps Femoris, Soleus
- Holds: Erector Spinae, Rectus Abdominis, Gluteus Medius

## Equipment

- Kettlebell
- Plyo Box or Flat Bench

## Technique

1. Hold a kettlebell at the chest or one in each hand and face a box or bench.
2. Place one foot fully on the box and press through that heel to stand tall.
3. Step down under control, then repeat; switch legs.

### Cues

- Use a box height that keeps the knee at or below hip level.
- Lead with the working leg and do not push off the trailing leg.

### Common mistakes

- Pushing off the back foot.
- Leaning forward over the box.

## Alternatives

- [Dumbbell Step-Up](https://heatsy.app/ex/dumbbell-step-up)
- [Step-Up](https://heatsy.app/ex/step-up)