The lateral slide is an exercise working the primarily the cardiovascular system and quadriceps. This exercise is often used in basketball and baseball drills during practice to build strong legs, endurance and speed. No special equipment is required to perform this exercise. Consult your health care provider prior to embarking on any exercise program.
Step 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Widen your stance an additional 2 inches, moving both your left and right feet 1 inch further than shoulder width.
Step 2
Bend into a squat position by lowering your hips and bending your knees. Your hips should be just above your knees.
Step 3
Shuffle to the left approximately 20 paces. Each pace should consist of you taking a step with your right foot and then moving your left foot to your right foot in the same direction.
Step 4
Shuffle to the right approximately 20 paces. This is performed in the reverse of the left shuffle. Take a step with your left foot and then move your right foot in the same direction.
References
- "How to Coach Youth Baseball: A Step-by-Step Approach"; Beverly Carroll, et al.; 2007
- "Coaching Basketball for Dummies"; National Alliance for Youth Sports, et al.; 2010
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