Side Walk with Balance Hold – Hip & Core Stability for Football Players
Watch how to perform Side Walk with Balance Hold to build hip strength and balance before football training.
How to Do Side Walk with Balance Hold
Stand with a resistance band around your legs, just above the knees.
Bend knees slightly and keep your core engaged.
Step sideways while keeping tension in the band.
After each step, lift your trailing leg and hold it for 2–3 seconds.
Repeat for the set number of steps in each direction.
Why Side Walk with Balance Hold Matters
Side Walk with Balance Hold improves lateral strength, balance, and core stability — all vital for football performance.
For football players, this means:
Stronger hips for side-to-side agility
Better single-leg balance during play
Lower risk of lower-body injuries
Exercise Details
Focus Area: Hips, core, balance
Equipment: Resistance band
Duration/Reps: 5–10 steps each side, holding 2–3 seconds per step, 2–3 sets
Skill Level: All levels
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