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Side-Stepping

Side-stepping moves you sideways in small, controlled steps.

Balance & Stability

What this exercise does

Side-stepping moves you sideways in small, controlled steps. It trains balance in a direction we rarely practise and strengthens the outer hips.

At a glance

Body part
Butt / Hips
Muscles worked
Glutes, Hip Abductors
Experience
Beginner
Equipment
No Equipment

How to do it

  1. Stand next to a counter, hands resting on it, feet hip-width apart.
  2. Step your right foot out to the side.
  3. Bring your left foot in to meet it.
  4. Keep your chest tall and your knees soft.
  5. Take 8 to 10 steps one way, then return.

Common mistakes

  • Crossing the feet.
  • Leaning toward the step.
  • Looking down.

Make it easier or harder

Make it easier

Take smaller steps and hold on with both hands.

Make it harder

Let go of the counter or add a loop band above the knees.

Keep it safe

Stay near the counter. Clear the floor of rugs.

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