Exercises (Lateral Step-Ups)
Active Lifestyle
Consult your physician before starting any diet and/or exercise plan.
Muscles Worked
Thighs (inner) Hip Adductors and Gracilis,
Thighs (outer) or Tensor Fasciae Latae,
Butt or Gluteus Maximus and Minimus
Position and Movement
Stand on an aerobics step or any other stable step wide enough to place both feet on. Slowly step to the side and place one foot firmly on the ground, then step down with the other foot so both feet are now on the floor. Now move back up onto the step in a slow and controlled movement and repeat.
Tip
Weights are not required while performing this exercise, if you do this movement in a slow and controlled manner.
Thighs (inner) Hip Adductors and Gracilis,
Thighs (outer) or Tensor Fasciae Latae,
Butt or Gluteus Maximus and Minimus
Position and Movement
Stand on an aerobics step or any other stable step wide enough to place both feet on. Slowly step to the side and place one foot firmly on the ground, then step down with the other foot so both feet are now on the floor. Now move back up onto the step in a slow and controlled movement and repeat.
Tip
Weights are not required while performing this exercise, if you do this movement in a slow and controlled manner.
