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single leg step up on decline bench

Strengthens quads

LegsIntermediateStrengthIsolation

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: quads. Secondary: glutes
Muscle groupLegs
DifficultyIntermediate
TypeStrength · Isolation
Sets & reps3 sets × 10-12 reps
Estimated calories burned~30 kcal

How to do it

  1. Step 1: Setup for single leg step up on decline bench.
  2. Step 2: Engage core and set posture.
  3. Step 3: Perform the movement with control.
  4. Step 4: Squeeze at the peak.
  5. Step 5: Return slowly and repeat.

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Strengthens quads

Common mistakes

Using momentum or losing form

Make it harder

Increase load or slow tempo

Make it easier

Reduce load or range of motion

Breathing

Exhale on effort, inhale on return

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