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How to Perform
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| Dumbbell Step Ups |
A nice and easy explanation comes with this exercise! If you are training from home and haven't yet invested in a Dumbbell Set then can you follow this link to check out the best ones in the reviews and recommendations section.
This exercise focus on the butt, hamstring and quads muscles. The best way to get better results is higher the step... The higher you step the better the workout you get! Of course start off slowly and build yourself up the next level
Starting Position:
Position
a step in a clear area that is around
10 cm high.- Begin by standing with feet shoulder width apart, a dumbbell in each hand.
- Take a deep breathe and hold the abdominal muscles tight
- This is the Starting position!
- Take a large step forward, have your hands out to the side to stablize yourself.
- Take a deep breath in through your nose, ensure your body is strong and stablised. This is the start position.
First Repetition:
Ensuring
you have taken a deep
breath, exhale and take a step onto the step. (?!?)- Take a deep breath in through your nose as you lower
- Be strong thoughout the entire body ensuring the back stays straight.
- Exercise one leg at a time and then have a 30 second break when you have done your required reps
- Switch legs
Important things to remember through the set:
- Hold the body strong, do not sway.
- Ensure the Back is straight and tight at all times
- Follow the breathing techniques this will help you to have better control through the movement
Things to be Careful of:
- The knees going over the Toes... Keep them behind!
- Keep your back flat and strong
- Don't look down during the movement, keep your eyes focused ahead
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