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Animated demonstration of the dumbbell step-up exercise, targeting the Glutes using Dumbbell.

dumbbell step-up

Body part
Upper legs
Equipment
Dumbbell
Target muscle
Glutes
Secondary muscles
quadricepshamstringscalves

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Stand in front of a bench or step with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing your body.

  2. Step 2: Place your right foot on the bench or step, ensuring your entire foot is in contact with the surface.

  3. Step 3: Push through your right heel and lift your body up onto the bench or step, straightening your right leg.

  4. Step 4: Bring your left foot up onto the bench or step, standing fully upright.

  5. Step 5: Step back down with your left foot, followed by your right foot, returning to the starting position.

  6. Step 6: Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs.

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