Side-Step Squat

1. Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and your hands clasped in front of your chest or on your hips for balance.

2. Begin the exercise by stepping out to the side with your right leg. As you plant your right foot on the ground, push your hips back and bend your knees to lower into a squat. Keep your left leg straight as you do this.

3. Squat down as low as you can while keeping your chest lifted and back straight. Ensure the knee of the bent leg does not go past your toes and remains in line with your foot.

4. Press off with your right foot to push yourself back to the starting position while bringing your right leg back to meet your left.

5. Repeat the same movement on the left side by stepping out to the left and squatting down with your left leg, keeping your right leg straight.

6. Alternate sides for the desired number of reps, keeping the movements controlled and continuous.

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