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Dumbbell Lateral Step-up

Quads GlutesAdductorsAbs Compound DumbbellKettlebellBox or stepFlat bench
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Exercise info

Primary musclesQuads
Secondary musclesGlutes · Adductors · Abs
EquipmentDumbbellKettlebellBox or stepFlat bench
Movement patternLunge
Rep range8–12 reps (one side at a time)
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Representative exercise: Lateral Step-Up

How GYMKC sets the weight for this exercise

For example, if you do 8 reps with 12 kg in each hand and log that you could have done about 2 more, GYMKC estimates your 1RM per hand at about 16.2 kg.

With the dumbbell, each step is 2 kg (5 lb), so the next weight is 14 kg per hand. Within your 8–12 reps target, the sets you log decide whether to add reps first or add weight.

These numbers are an example of how the calculation works. Your actual prescription is recalculated every set from your own records. See how the calculation works

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This information is based on our analysis of public content from evidence-based training experts in Korea and abroad. It is not a substitute for medical advice. Weights and sets differ from person to person. The GYMKC app uses the sets you log to calculate the weight and reps for your next set.