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Side Step with Resistance Bands

A calisthenics exercise that targets the lower body through controlled side-stepping movements with resistance bands, improving lateral strength, stability, and coordination.

Exercise Overview

Category

Dynamic Calisthenics

Exercise_Type

Strength

Difficulty_Level

Intermediate

Technique

Stand with resistance bands around your ankles or thighs. Step sideways while maintaining tension on the bands, keeping your knees slightly bent and core engaged. Return to the starting position and repeat in the opposite direction.

Starting Position

Begin standing with resistance bands in place, knees slightly bent, and core engaged.

Finishing Position

Return to the starting position with proper stance, maintaining control throughout the movement.

Form Cues

Step sideways, maintain tension, keep knees bent, engage your core

Common Mistakes

Losing tension, poor form, rushing the movement, not maintaining balance

Progression Tips

Increase resistance, add more steps, perform variations, or add speed.

Regression Tips

Reduce resistance, perform without bands, or practice basic side steps.

Safety Notes

Stop if you experience pain in the knees, hips, or ankles. Maintain proper form to avoid injury. This exercise requires good lower body strength and balance.