If you want toboost muscle growth, sprucing up your workout routine to ensure it’s well-rounded is essential.
Adding lateral exercises into the mix can enhance your strength and agility while engaging muscles you may typically overlook.
Lateral movements also strengthen the muscles surrounding your joints, which decreases your risk of injury.
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“Without lateral movements, certain muscle groups may become underdeveloped, [leading] to muscle imbalances.
(This, ultimately, can affect posture and movement quality.)”
Now, let’s dive into the best lateral exercises to build muscle and strength.
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“This exercise emphasizes lateral movement, working on hip mobility and flexibility.”
“While similar to a vertical box jump, a lateral box jump requires more coordination.”
“This exercise focuses on balance and coordination.”
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