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    Exercises to Increase Agility: Side Steps

    The following exercise helps to increase your ease and quickness of movement. It copies complex movements.

    Here are the steps for the side steps exercise: 

    • Start with knees slightly bent and feet together.

    • Step to the side with your left foot.

    • Step with your right foot to meet your left foot.

    • Step  3 times. Keep your steps short and comfortable.

    • Repeat the sequence in the opposite direction.

    • Continue for  2 to 3 minutes.

    To make this exercise harder, use a resistance band.

    Man doing side steps.

    Note

    Always warm up before and cool down after exercising. Stop any exercise that causes pain. Talk with your healthcare provider before starting any physical activity.

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    Date Last Reviewed: 9/1/2022
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    Southern New Mexico
    Surgery Center

    2301 Indian Wells Rd. Suite B
    Alamogordo, NM 88310
    www.snmsc.org

    Phone: 575.437.0890
    Fax: 575.437.0905
    Email: info@snmsc.org

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