Wide-To-Small Step
Improve your lower body strength and flexibility, one step at a time, with the Wide-To-Small Step exercise!
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
Starting Position:
Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Keep your arms bent at the elbows, with your hands resting near your chest.
Wide Step:
Take a large step to the right with your right foot, making sure your foot lands flat on the ground.
As you step, shift your weight onto your right foot.
Movement:
Bend your right knee slightly and lower your hips, similar to a mini-squat, keeping your left leg straight.
Hold this position for a moment, feeling the stretch in your inner thigh.
Return to Start:
Push off with your right foot and bring your right foot back to the starting position, returning to an upright stance.
Small Step:
Take a small step to the left with your left foot, placing it next to your right foot.
Shift your weight onto your left foot, bending your left knee slightly.
Repeat:
Continue alternating between taking wide steps to the right and small steps to the left for a set number of repetitions or a specific time duration.
Breathing:
Inhale as you step out wide and exhale as you return to the starting position.
Tips:
Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise to maintain balance.
Ensure that your knees do not extend beyond your toes while bending.
You can perform this exercise on a soft surface like a mat for added comfort.