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Lateral Squat - Slideboard

January 8, 2009

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

Tags: Stretching, Glutes, Hamstrings, ValSlide, Movement Preparation, Groin

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