Reviewed exercise · intermediate

Cable Step-Up

A secondary lunge movement for quadriceps, glutes.

Equipment

cables, bench

Typical range

6–15 reps

Also trains

core

Set up

Place a stable platform near a low cable and hold the handle close.

Execute

Drive through the entire top foot, stand tall, and step down deliberately.

Complete the final repetition with the same controlled path, then return the load safely.

Coaching cues

• Top leg does the work.
• Use a repeatable range.

Common mistakes

• Using a platform too high or pushing off the floor leg.
• Adding load after position or control is lost.

Modify or stop when relevant discomfort is reported. Educational content does not diagnose injury.