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Side Step - Band Around Foot
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- HOW: Begin in a standing position with a band looped around the midfoot of both feet. Step out slightly and create some tension in the band. Have a slight bend in your knees and keep that tension as you side step one way following with the other leg.
- FEEL: You should feel the muscles in your hips and lower legs working.
- COMPENSATION: Don’t step too far creating your body to side bend. Keep tension at all times when following with the other foot.
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