How to do it
Keep your gaze forward rather than looking down at your foot.
- 1
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
- 2
Step to the side with one foot, bending the knee slightly as you go.
- 3
As you step, reach across your body with the opposite arm to touch the stepping foot.
- 4
Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
- 5
Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Maintain a strong core throughout the movement to stabilize your body and ensure proper form.
Common mistakes
- ✕Hinging from the waist to reach the foot
- ✕Letting the stepping knee collapse inward
- ✕Reaching down with the same-side hand