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Lateral Band Walk

A mobility exercise that uses resistance bands to perform lateral walking movements to improve hip strength, stability, and lateral mobility.

Exercise Overview

Category

Mobility

Exercise_Type

Mobility

Difficulty_Level

Intermediate

Technique

Place a resistance band around your ankles or knees and walk laterally while maintaining tension on the band. Keep your knees slightly bent and maintain proper form.

Starting Position

Begin standing with feet shoulder-width apart, resistance band around ankles or knees.

Finishing Position

Return to starting position after completing the lateral band walk sequence.

Form Cues

Maintain band tension, step laterally, keep knees bent, control movement

Common Mistakes

Not maintaining tension, poor form, moving too fast, losing balance

Progression Tips

Increase band resistance, add variations, or perform more complex movements.

Regression Tips

Reduce band resistance, perform without band, or use lighter resistance.

Safety Notes

Maintain proper form to avoid knee and hip strain. Stop if you experience pain in the knees, hips, or ankles. Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.