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StrengthBody weight

Side Step Squat

Intensity
10–20 reps
MET
3.5energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Glutes100%
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Land each wide step with your toes pointing forward.

  1. 1

    Stand with your feet together and your hands at your sides or in front of you for balance.

  2. 2

    Take a wide step to the side with your right foot and squat down, keeping your left leg straight.

  3. 3

    Push off with your right foot to return to the starting position.

  4. 4

    Repeat on the left side and continue alternating for the desired number of reps.

Expert tip

Keep your weight on your heels and push your hips back to engage the glutes effectively.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Letting the stepping knee collapse inward
  • ✕Bending the straight back leg as you squat
  • ✕Slamming the stepping foot down on each rep
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