Type: Cardio and agility
Suitable for: Warm-up, Cardio training
The Lateral Shuffle is a quick exercise that boosts your heart rate and agility. It’s ideal for small spaces and involves fast side-to-side movements that work your legs and core, helping you improve coordination and balance.
Directions
- Start in a light squat with your feet hip-width apart and maintain this squat throughout the exercise.
- Shuffle to one side by taking two quick steps: lead with one foot and follow with the other.
- Then, shuffle back to your starting point with two quick steps in the opposite direction.
- Keep shuffling side-to-side.
- The lateral shuffle requires at least two steps each way, but if you have more space, feel free to add more steps.
Helpful hints
- Stay low: Keep your squat low to make the shuffle tougher and more effective.
- Straight spine: No leaning forward; keep your back straight to avoid stressing your knees and back.
- Watch your knees: Make sure your knees don’t cave in. Keep them lined up with your toes.
- Just right steps: Not too big, not too small—aim for quick, controlled steps.
- Tight core: Engage your core to stabilize yourself and power up the shuffle.