Strengthen Legs with Shuffle

Shuffle

Rep Range

Time Based

Hints

Assume a starting position with your feet a bit wider than shoulder width apart and toes turned slightly out. Keep your knees slightly bent. Keep your elbows bent and position your hands in front of you to provide balance. As you shuffle, make two steps to one side, bringing your moving foot's heel close to your stationary foot's heel with each step. Then, shuffle two steps in the opposite direction in a similar manner. This back-and-forth motion should resemble a quick sidestepping or shuffling movement. Keep the motion continuous and fluid. Engage your core for added stability and control, and ensure that your upper body remains relatively upright without leaning too far forward or backward.

Common Mistakes

Not keeping the feet wide enough, which could reduce stability. Not moving the feet quickly enough, turning the shuffle into more of a slow step. Leaning too far forward or backward, which can throw off balance. Not engaging the core, leading to less control and stability in the movement.

Breathing

Breathe steadily throughout the exercise. Inhale as you begin the shuffle to one side and exhale as you complete the shuffle and transition to the other side. Maintain this rhythmic breathing to ensure adequate oxygen supply during the activity.

Muscle Focus

Primary Focus Area

Cardiovascular System

Secondary Focus Area

Lower Body, Core