Bodyweight
Arms Apart Circular Toe Touch (Male)
Glutes · Upper Legs
Intermediate6
Demonstration
AdvancedCompoundBarbell
Barbell Step Up
Glutes · Upper Legs
5
sets
4–6
reps
3m
Rest time
~12
Calories / set
Instructions
- 1
Stand in front of a bench or step with a barbell resting on your upper back.
- 2
Place one foot on the bench or step, ensuring your entire foot is in contact with the surface.
- 3
Push through your heel and step up onto the bench or step, fully extending your hip and knee.
- 4
Pause briefly at the top, then lower yourself back down to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat with the opposite leg.
- 6
Continue alternating legs for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary
Glutes
quadriceps
Secondary
quadricepshamstringscalves
Pro tips
- Move through the full range of motion under control.
- Keep tension on the target muscle — avoid using momentum.
- Breathe out on the effort, in on the return.
- Pick a weight that lets you keep clean form for every rep.
Common mistakes
- Using too much weight and sacrificing technique.
- Rushing reps instead of controlling the tempo.
- Cutting the range of motion short.
- Holding your breath throughout the set.
Safety notes
- Warm up thoroughly before working heavy.
- Stop immediately if you feel sharp or joint pain.
- Use a spotter or safeties for heavy barbell work.
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