https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPyrLw2xJl0
I have another exercise for you, one that many of you that probably have done or either would be interested in implementing in your workout program. The above video and link is of me doing this exercise, using a very low weight and low platform (for the sake of the video).
How To Do DB Step Ups:
- While holding a dumbbell in each hand, stand up straight.
- Place either the right foot or left foot on the elevated platform. Step on the platform by extending the knee and hip of the chosen leg, using the heel to lift the rest of the body up, the place the opposite foot on the platform as well. You will want to be exhaling at this time
- Step down with the opposite foot you step up on, by flexing the hip and knee of the leg that is opposite of you coming down while inhaling. Then allow the leg to meet the other leg on the floor side by side.
- You will repeat this on the right or left leg first and then switch to the opposite one for the same repetitions.
This is a good cardio exercise as well as one that will tone those legs. I typically did this exercise for a whole minute or sometimes two minutes.
What muscles are being worked:
- Quads
- glutes
Definitely something to get that heart pumping!
Fitness WonderWoman,
Shay-lon xo
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