Banded Lateral Walk

How to perform the Banded Lateral Walk

1. Loop a resistance band around the legs above the knees or around the ankles.
2. Set a quarter-squat stance with the feet hip-width and tension already on the band.
3. Step one foot out to the side against the band, keeping the toes pointed forward.
4. Follow with the trailing foot but keep constant band tension so the knees never collapse in.
5. Because this targets the glute medius, keep the steps deliberate and the hips level.
6. Walk several steps one direction, then reverse to work the other side.

Suggested working range: 12–20 reps. Default progression: double progression.

Common mistakes

• •Letting the band pull the knees inward instead of holding them pressed out.
• •Standing up tall between steps and losing the constant band tension.
• •Shuffling the feet together so the band goes slack on the trailing step.
• •Letting the torso sway side to side rather than keeping the hips level.

Variations & alternatives

Swap in a related movement if equipment, recovery, or progression demands it.