barbell step-up
barbell step-up exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: glutes. Equipment: barbell.
- Target muscle
- glutes
- Muscle group
- quadriceps
- Body part
- upper legs
- Equipment
- barbell
Secondary muscles
quadriceps, hamstrings, calves
How to perform
- Stand in front of a bench or step with a barbell resting on your upper back.
- Place one foot on the bench or step, ensuring your entire foot is in contact with the surface.
- Push through your heel and step up onto the bench or step, fully extending your hip and knee.
- Pause briefly at the top, then lower yourself back down to the starting position.
- Repeat with the opposite leg.
- Continue alternating legs for the desired number of repetitions.