Box Step-up
Beginner
Stepping onto a box one foot at a time, a controlled alternative to box jumps.
Muscle Groups
glutesquadricepshamstrings
Equipment
box
Coaching Cues
- 1Drive through the heel of the lead foot
- 2Stand tall at the top
- 3Control the descent — do not drop off the box
Standards
- 1Full hip and knee extension at the top of the box
- 2Alternate or same lead leg as prescribed
- 3Controlled step down
Scaling Options
- •Lower box height