Bodyweight Lateral Walk
Strengthen your hips & glutes with this bodyweight exercise. Perfect for warm-ups or adding to your leg day routine!
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
Bodyweight Lateral Walk
Starting Position:
1. Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart.
2. Engage your core muscles and keep your chest lifted.
3. Place your hands in front of your chest, either clasped together or placed on your hips.
**Movement 1. Shift your weight to your right leg and take a step to the left with your left leg.
2. As you step, keep your feet in a wide stance and bend your knees slightly, lowering your hips into a quarter squat position.
3. Follow with your right leg, bringing it in line with your left leg.
4. Continue moving to the left, taking small steps and maintaining the squat position.
5. After reaching a distance of about 10-15 feet to your left, shift your weight to your left leg and step to the right with your right leg.
6. Repeat the movement to the right, maintaining your squat position while keeping your movements controlled and deliberate.
Key Points:
- Keep your knees aligned with your toes to prevent injury.
- Maintain a steady pace and focus on engaging your glutes and legs.
- Perform 2-3 sets of 10-15 steps in each direction, taking breaks as needed.