Exercises to Increase Agility: Side Steps

The following exercise helps to increase your ease and quickness of movement. It copies complex movements.

Note: Always warm up before and cool down after exercising. Stop any exercise that causes pain.

Here are the steps for the side steps exercise: 

• Start with knees slightly bent and feet together.

• Step to the side with your left foot.

• Step with your right foot to meet your left foot.

• Step 3 times. Keep your steps short and comfortable.

• Repeat the sequence in the opposite direction.

• Continue for 2 to 3 minutes.