Smith Lateral Step-Up
This exercise targets the quadriceps unilaterally and provides consistent resistance with the Smith machine.
Muscles worked
§ 01 · MusclesHow to perform
§ 02 · Steps- 01
Set the Smith bar to an appropriate height and place a step platform beside the bar so you can step onto it sideways.
- 02
Stand with your side facing the Smith machine and place the foot closest to it on the platform with your entire foot supported. Lightly hold the bar or frame for balance.
- 03
Brace your core and drive up through the foot on the platform until your knee and hip are fully extended under control without letting your hips tilt to the side.
- 04
Lower yourself back down slowly along the same path, keeping your knee tracking over your toes and maintaining tension in your quadriceps.
How to get started at the gym
§ 03 · SisuLiftSmith Lateral Step-Up is ready to go in the SisuLift exercise library. The app builds you a program, suggests starting weights and shows this same animation during your workout at the gym.
- ·A ready training program based on your goal
- ·Starting weight suggestions and automatic progression
- ·Set logging and rest timer at the gym
Tips
§ 04 · TipsKeep your weight centered over your foot as you step up and avoid pushing off with the foot on the floor. Keep your knee tracking over your toes and control the lowering phase for 2–3 seconds.
This exercise targets the quadriceps unilaterally and provides consistent resistance with the Smith machine.
More exercises: Quadriceps
§ 05 · Same muscles
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