Lateral Step W Weight

Standing on a box with matching weights in your hands, drop the opposite heel down and in back (slightly) in line with the standing foot. Make sure not to push the knee forward on the foot on the standing leg. Breathe out as you come up and keep a tight core and neutral spine. Go with a smaller step or no weights if you have knee discomfort. Count your reps, or watch time and start with your weaker leg.

This is great to strengthen your glutes, hamstrings and quads.