barbell step-up is a free weights exercise that primarily targets the quads and to a lesser degree also targets the calves, glutes and hamstrings ...more
barbell step-up is a free weights exercise that primarily targets the quads and to a lesser degree also targets the calves, glutes and hamstrings.
The only barbell step-up equipment that you really need is the following: dumbbells and barbell. There are however many different barbell step-up variations that you can try out that may require different types of barbell step-up equipment or may even require no equipment at all.
Learning proper barbell step-up form is easy with the step by step barbell step-up instructions, barbell step-up tips, and the instructional barbell step-up technique video on this page. barbell step-up is a exercise for those with a intermediate level of physical fitness and exercise experience. Watch the barbell step-up video, learn how to do the barbell step-up, and then be sure and browse through the barbell step-up workouts on our workout plans page!
These are tough to get right with form, you have to make sure you're not pushing off a lot with your foot that's on the ground so you get the most out of it. I've been practicing with pretty low weight to make sure I get it right. Feels good when it's done right!