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How to do lateral step-ups: a Hinge Health guide
Learn how to do a lateral step up to improve your lower body strength and overall balance, plus modifications to make this exercise easier or harder.
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Last Updated: Jun 5, 2025
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Lateral Step-Ups
Lateral Step-Ups
Lateral Step-Ups
Lateral Step-Ups
Lateral Step Ups Modifications
Lateral Step Ups Modifications
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What are lateral step-ups?
What muscles do lateral step-ups work?
Benefits of lateral step-ups
Lateral step-ups: exercises and modifications
How Hinge Health can help you
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