Kettlebell Single Leg Step Up
Description
The kettlebell single leg step up is a step up performed with a single kettlebell held on one side of the body. The asymmetrical load forces the core to resist side flexion while the working leg builds strength. It is a strong unilateral leg builder.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Kettlebell Single Leg Step Up Instructions
- Stand in front of a sturdy box or step holding a kettlebell in one hand.
- Hold the kettlebell at the side with arm long.
- Brace your core and resist any side lean.
- Place one foot flat on the box.
- Drive through the heel to step up onto the box.
- Bring the trailing leg up to standing on top of the box.
- Step the same trailing leg back down with control.
- Complete reps on one leg before switching sides.
Kettlebell Single Leg Step Up Form & Visual
Kettlebell Single Leg Step Up Benefits
- Builds unilateral leg strength
- Trains anti-lateral flexion
- Asymmetrical loading
- Single kettlebell setup
- Useful for athletes
- Strong glute builder
Kettlebell Single Leg Step Up Muscles Worked
- Quadriceps
- Gluteus maximus
- Hamstrings
- Obliques
Kettlebell Single Leg Step Up Variations & Alternatives
- DB Step Up
- Bodyweight Step Up
- Goblet Step Up
- Box Step Up
