How to do it
Push off the ball of your stepping foot to return smoothly.
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Stand with your feet together and arms at your sides.
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Step to the side with one foot while swinging your arms across your body.
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Bring your feet back together and swing your arms back to the starting position.
- 4
Repeat the movement to the other side.
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Continue alternating sides for the desired duration or number of steps.
Expert tip
Coordinate your arm swings with your leg movements to maximize the aerobic benefit and maintain balance.
Common mistakes
- ✕Taking steps that are too narrow
- ✕Rotating the torso with the arm swing
- ✕Letting the stepping knee cave inward