Professor Matt Kaeberlein, who studies the biological mechanisms of ageing, says that the step-up tops his list of exercises we should all be doing at least from midlife onwards. The founder and ...

Squats and lunges steal the limelight but the best exercise for strong, shapely glutes and enhanced longevity is the humble step-up.

Relatively simple yet effective exercises are often particularly popular. Step-ups definitely fall into this category, primarily training our glutes and legs. They also burn calories at the same time.