Target quadriceps, calves, buttocks, hamstrings, upper back and shoulders.
Stand facing an 8-(20-cm) to 12-inch (30.5-cm) bench or step with feet hip-width apart, abs tight, hands holding dumbbells on shoulders, elbows close to sides, palms facing in. Place left foot on bench, left knee aligned over ankle, then push off with right leg and straighten left leg, keeping right leg extended over edge [A]. Press both arms straight overhead [B]. Lower dumbbells back to shoulder level, then bring right foot back to floor, heel lifted, keeping left foot on bench. Repeat for reps on left leg, then switch legs to complete 1 set.
*For the full article please refer to Shape February 2012 Issue
