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Band Walk

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Difficulty

Medium

Equipment Needed

Resistance Band

Starting Position

Standing

Procedure

  1. Find the appropriately weighted resistance band.
  2. Place the band underneath the center of your shoes and pull each side of the band tight at hip level
  3. Tighten your stomach.
  4. Step out with one leg, pushing with your outer thigh and hip muscles.
  5. Repeat for the suggested number of repetitions.
  6. Repeat with the opposing side.

Coaching Keys

  • Keep the legs as straight as possible.
  • Keep your body in an upright position (don't lean to one side).
  • Keep the abdominals tight.

You Should Feel it...

In your hips, outer thighs and calves.

Exercise Purpose

Improves hip and outer thigh strength.

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