Swimming Side Steps (female)

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Instructions:

  • 1Start by standing in chest-high water
  • 2Take a big step to your right, pushing off with your left foot
  • 3Bring your left foot to your right, balancing for a moment before stepping out again
  • 4Repeat this process in the opposite direction, stepping to your left
  • 5Keep repeating this back and forth movement for as many reps as desired

Tips:

  • Keep your upper body as still as possible to force your lower body to do the work
  • Push against the water for added resistance and a better workout
  • Try to keep your movements controlled and rhythmic
  • Don't forget to keep breathing normally throughout the exercise

Swimming Side Steps Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs