If you’re looking for a simple and effective way to strengthen your hips and activate your glutes, the Lateral Band Walk is a must-have in your routine. Whether you’re warming up for a workout or working on injury prevention, this move delivers.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Band Placement
Place a resistance band just above your knees. - Get in Position
- Stand with feet hip-width apart
- Drop into a quarter squat
- Keep knees slightly bent and your core braced
- Start Stepping
- Step sideways, leading with your knee, not your foot
- Push off with your back leg to move with power
- Engage Your Glutes
- Focus on contracting your glutes with every step
- Keep your movement controlled and steady
Perform 2–3 sets of 10–15 steps in each direction.
This exercise helps with:
- Glute activation
- Hip and knee stability
- Improving overall lower-body strength and control