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forward v walk - beginner Trunk exercise
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forward v walk

Standing lateral-forward stepping exercise with resistance band around ankles to strengthen hip abductors and improve dynamic stability.

Starting position
standing
Joints
hip, head
Muscles
gluteus medius, gluteus minimus, tensor fasciae latae
Equipment
resistance band
Goal
postural correction, coordination, stability
Type
isotonic concentric, resisted

How it is done

Stand with arms by side. Put one step forward and diagonally maintaing angle of 45°, foot off other leg and place close to front leg to return to starting position. Repeat in an opposite direction.

Nothing here is a prescription. Your physiotherapist decides which of these are yours, and when.

The plan starts with an assessment.