One-Handed Overhead Contralateral Step-Up – Dumbbell
- Stand in front of a step or bench with feet hip-width apart and a dumbbell in one hand.
- Press the dumbbell overhead with the arm fully extended, keeping the core engaged.
- Place the opposite foot on the step, ensuring the entire foot is on the platform.
- Push through the heel of the foot on the step to lift your body up, while keeping the dumbbell arm extended overhead.
- Bring the trailing leg up to join the lead on the step, achieving a balanced position.
- Carefully step back down with the trailing leg first, followed by the lead leg.
- Maintain control and balance throughout the movement, keeping the dumbbell overhead.
- Repeat for desired reps, then switch arms and legs.
Primary Muscles
- Glute
- Quad
Secondary Muscles
- Abdominal
- Calf
- Hamstring
- Oblique
- Shoulder - Front
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