Galloping
Intermediate
Lower Body
Locomotive
Description
Traveling sideways with a galloping motion. Develops lateral movement patterns and coordination with low impact.
Muscles Worked
Glute Medius (primary)
Quadriceps (primary)
Adductors
Calves
Equipment
None
Coaching Cues
- Face forward, move sideways. Lead leg steps out, trailing leg follows. Push off trailing leg. Stay light on feet. Maintain athletic posture. Cover ground with each stride.
Contraindications
Very safe. Good for warm-ups and lateral conditioning.