Strength exercise

Barbell Step-up

How to do it

Stand facing a sturdy box or bench with a barbell resting across the upper back, gripping it wider than shoulder-width.
Place one foot fully on the box, keeping the torso upright.
Brace the core before shifting weight forward onto the lead leg.
Drive through the planted foot's quadriceps to step up onto the box, extending the hip and knee until standing tall.
Exhale while stepping up and inhale during the controlled step down with the trailing leg.
Avoid pushing off the trailing foot to assist the lift instead of driving through the lead leg.

QuadricepsMuscles located at the front of the thigh, responsible for extending the knee. All Quadriceps exercises

Gluteus MaximusLargest gluteal muscle responsible for hip extension and external rotation. All Gluteus Maximus exercises