Core Knowledge
Contents
Lateral Squat - Slideboard
Starting Position
- Standing with one foot on slippery surface
Procedure
- Slide the lead foot sideways keeping leg straight and the bottom of the foot in contact with the slide board
- While sliding the lead foot sideways, squat back and down, keeping weight on the opposite leg
- Return to the starting position by pushing up with the squatting leg
- Repeat for prescribed number of repetitions and switch legs
Coaching Keys
Keep toes pointed straight ahead and both feet in full contact with the ground and slideboard
You Should Feel It
- Working the glutes, hamstrings, and quads
- Stretching the groin of the straight leg
