Lateral Band Walk – Activate Hips & Glutes for Football Players
Watch how to perform Lateral Band Walk to activate hips and glutes before football training.
How to Do Lateral Band Walk
Place a resistance band around your legs just above the knees.
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and bend your knees slightly.
Step sideways while keeping tension on the band.
Take 5–10 steps in one direction, then return.
Repeat for 2–3 sets.
Why Lateral Band Walk Matters
Lateral Band Walk activates the hip abductors and glutes, which are essential for stability and quick side-to-side movements in football.
For football players, this means:
Stronger hip muscles for lateral agility
Better knee alignment and injury prevention
Improved stability when changing direction
Exercise Details
Focus Area: Hips, glutes, lateral stability
Equipment: Resistance band
Duration/Reps: 5–10 steps each side, 2–3 sets
Skill Level: All levels
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