Focus:

• Keep torso and shoulders square to the front and hips level

• Maintain a constant head level - avoid bouncing up and down

• Activate glutes, specifically glute medius, to perform the side stepping motion

• Options to perform this banded or unbanded. If using the band, above the knees is option 1, around the feet is an additional challenge at level 2

Suggested Frequency:

10-15 steps in each direction, 3 sets per day

Who should perform this?

Individuals needing to work on glute activation, hip stability, lateral movement pattern practice. Specific injuries would include IT band syndrome, piriformis issues, runners knee.