Side Crawl
Crawl sideways for a full-body workout! Great for core strength, coordination, and mobility. A fun and effective exercise.
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
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Instructions
1. Starting Position:
- Begin on all fours, with your hands placed directly under your shoulders and knees under your hips.
- Keep your back straight and your core engaged.
2. Movement:
- Lift your right knee off the floor, bringing it toward your right elbow while simultaneously moving your left arm forward.
- Step to the right by moving your right hand and right knee out to the side.
- Then, bring your left knee towards your left elbow as you move your right arm forward.
3. Repeat:
- Continue this side-crawling motion by alternating sides.
- Move in a controlled manner to maintain balance.
4. Breathing:
- Inhale through your nose as you move your limbs, and exhale through your mouth as you return to the starting position.
5. Tips:
- Focus on maintaining a low, stable position while keeping your movements smooth and deliberate.
- Keep your eyes forward to help with balance.
6. Duration:
- Aim to perform this exercise for 30 seconds to 1 minute, taking breaks as necessary.
Modifications:
- If you find it challenging, you can perform the movement more slowly or take a break in between sets.