Technique
Hold dumbbells at your sides, step up onto a box with one foot, then drive the opposite knee up toward your chest while maintaining balance.
A functional exercise that combines step-ups with knee drives while holding dumbbells to improve lower body strength, balance, and coordination.
Hold dumbbells at your sides, step up onto a box with one foot, then drive the opposite knee up toward your chest while maintaining balance.
Stand facing a box or platform with dumbbells held at your sides, ready to step up with one foot.
Return to the starting position with both feet on the ground, maintaining proper form throughout the movement.
Keep core engaged, control the movement, maintain balance, drive knee high
Losing balance, not driving knee high, rushing movement, poor form
Increase weight, use higher box, add plyometric element, or perform single-leg variations.
Use lighter weight, lower box height, focus on form, or perform without dumbbells.
Maintain proper form to avoid knee and ankle strain. Stop if you experience pain in knees, ankles, or lower back. Consult a professional if you have lower body issues.