Dumbbell Glute Dominant Step-Up

Stand facing a sturdy box or step holding a dumbbell in one hand while lightly gripping a support with your other hand for balance.

Place your working foot firmly on top of the box and hinge slightly forward at your hips, keeping your chest up and back flat.

Drive through the heel of your working leg to lift your body up onto the box, focusing on using your glutes rather than pushing off with your back foot.

Pause briefly at the top, maintaining your balance and keeping your torso hinged forward.

Lower yourself back down in a slow and controlled motion, returning your trailing foot gently to the floor before starting the next repetition.