barbell step-up

Body part:
upper legs
Equipment:
barbell
Body target:
glutes
Secondary muscles:
- quadriceps
- hamstrings
- calves
Instructions:
- 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.