Cable Step-Up

The upright step-up beside a low pulley with the handle in one hand; the cable loads the step without dumbbells to carry.

How to do it

Setup

Beside a low pulley, a knee-height box in front, the handle in one hand, standing tall.

Steps

Place the whole foot on the box and drive up to stand on it.
Stay tall at the top, the handle hanging at the side.
Step down under control; finish the leg, then switch.

Common mistakes

Leaning away from the cable: stand straight against its pull. Bouncing off the floor foot: the top leg lifts you. Box too far from the pulley: set it so the cable runs straight up the side.

Breathing

Exhale stepping up, inhale down.