Dumbbell Single Leg Step Up on Bench
Description
The dumbbell single leg step up on bench is a unilateral leg exercise that uses dumbbells for load. The lifter steps up onto a bench using one leg at a time. It builds single leg strength and balance while loading the quads and glutes.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
DB Single Leg Step Up Bench Instructions
- Hold a dumbbell in each hand at the sides.
- Stand facing a sturdy flat bench.
- Place one foot fully on the bench.
- Brace your core and keep the chest up.
- Drive through the planted foot to step up.
- Stand tall on top with the trailing leg lifted.
- Step back down with control.
- Finish all reps then switch sides.
DB Single Leg Step Up Bench Form & Visual
DB Single Leg Step Up Bench Benefits
- Builds single leg strength
- Trains the quads
- Strong unilateral move
- Builds the glutes
- Useful for balance
- No barbell needed
DB Single Leg Step Up Bench Muscles Worked
- Quadriceps
- Gluteus maximus
- Hamstrings
DB Single Leg Step Up Bench Variations & Alternatives
- Step Up
- Bulgarian Split Squat
- Lunge
- Box Step Up
