How to do it
Keep your hips square to the front throughout each side step.
- 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and arms extended in front of you as if holding a rope.
- 2
Step to the side while simultaneously performing a rowing motion with your arms, pulling your elbows back.
- 3
Step back to the center and extend your arms forward again.
- 4
Repeat the side step and rowing motion to the other side.
- 5
Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Imagine pulling a heavy object towards you to engage your back and arm muscles even without equipment.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the stepping knee cave inward
- ✕Rowing with bent wrists and hunched shoulders
- ✕Taking steps that are too narrow