Monster Walk

A lower body warm-up and activation exercise using resistance bands around the ankles and knees.

Instructions

1. Place a band around both ankles and another around both knees. There should be enough tension that they are tight when your feet are shoulder width apart.
2. To begin, take short steps forward alternating your left and right foot.
3. After several steps, do just the opposite and walk backward to where you started.

Tips

• Keep tension on the bands throughout by maintaining proper spacing between your feet.
• Move in controlled steps; avoid rushing the movement.
• Maintain an upright posture with a slight forward lean.
• The bands should resist movement without causing pain.
• This exercise effectively activates the hip abductors and gluteus medius.