Box Step-Up
In this video, Dr. Brian Damhoff from Elite Performance Institute demonstrates the classic Box Step-Up—an outstanding single-leg lower-body exercise that emphasizes controlled ascent, knee drive, and smooth alternating rhythm.
🔥 Benefits of Box Step-Up:
- ✅ Strong emphasis on glutes, quads, and hamstrings
- ✅ Develops single-leg strength and stability
- ✅ Improves hip and knee control during ascent and descent
- ✅ Easily progressed with height or added load
- ✅ Highly transferable to running, jumping, and daily movement
📝 Exercise Details:
Exercise: Alternating Box Step-Up
Difficulty Level: Beginner to Advanced
🛠️ What You’ll Need:
✔ Sturdy box, bench, or step (knee height or slightly below)
✔ Optional: dumbbells or kettlebells for added resistance
📅 When to Use This:
Excellent addition to lower-body strength days, running-specific programs, or unilateral leg training sessions.
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