Side Step Skips
Lateral side step skips for agility
LegsIntermediatePowerLateral
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Legs and glutes |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Legs |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Power · Lateral |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 20-30 seconds |
| Estimated calories burned | ~50 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Step 1: Stand with soft knees
- Step 2: Skip sideways with quick steps
- Step 3: Drive knees up
- Step 4: Stay light on feet
- Step 5: Switch directions
Coaching tips
Benefits
Lateral side step skips for agility
Common mistakes
Flat foot landing
Make it harder
Faster pace
Make it easier
Side steps
Breathing
Rhythmic breathing
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