Lateral Step-Up

Body region

• Legs
• Glutes

Muscles

Main

• Gluteus Maximus
• Gluteus Medius
• Vastus Lateralis
• Vastus Medialis

Helps

• Tensor Fasciae Latae
• Rectus Femoris
• Adductor Magnus

Holds

• Transversus Abdominis

Equipment

• Plyo Box or Step Platform

Technique

1. Stand side-on to a low box and place the near foot fully on it.
2. Press through that foot to stand on top, bringing the other leg up.
3. Lower the free foot to the floor slowly and repeat; switch sides.

Cues

• Keep the knee over the middle of the foot.
• Let the working leg do the lifting; use the floor foot only for balance.

Common mistakes

• Pushing off the floor foot.
• Letting the hip drop on the working side.

Alternatives

• Step-Up
• Dumbbell Step-Up