Box step-over
- Basic
- Box or step
Whole foot on the box, step down under control
Muscles worked
- Primary:
- Quads
- Secondary:
- Glutes, Calves
How to do it
- Stand facing a stable box.
- Step up with one leg, cross over and step down the other side.
- Turn around and repeat, alternating the leading leg.
Common mistakes
- Jumping down instead of controlling the step.
- Placing only your toes on the box.
Tips
- A no-jump conditioning option for knees that don't tolerate impact.
- Add dumbbells or a vest for more intensity.