Kettlebell Step Up

Category

Legs

Difficulty

Intermediate

Equipment

Kettlebells

Primary muscles

Quadriceps Femoris, Gluteus Maximus, Gluteus Mideus

Secondary muscles

Biceps Femoris, Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus, Gastrocnemius, Soleus

How to do it

1. Stand facing a bench, holding a kettlebell in each hand with your arms hanging at your sides.
2. Step up onto the bench with your right foot, pressing through your heel to lift your body up. Bring your left foot up to meet your right foot on the bench.
3. Step down with your left foot first, followed by your right foot, returning to the starting position.
4. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.

Form tips

• Keep your chest up and your shoulders back throughout the exercise.
• Breathe in as you step down and exhale as you step up.
• Ensure your whole foot is on the bench when stepping up to avoid slipping.