Lateral Bound

A lateral bound is like a bear hopping across a stream from paw to paw. You push sideways off one leg, land softly on the other, and steady yourself before the next jump, building sharp movement, balance, and lower-body power.

Instructions

1. Stand on one leg with your knee slightly bent.
2. Push sideways off your foot and jump laterally.
3. Land softly on the opposite foot.
4. Bend your knee and steady your balance.
5. Pause briefly, then bound back the other way.

Benefits

• Builds quick side-to-side movement
• Improves balance on one leg
• Strengthens legs for sport and daily movement
• Sharpens coordination and body control

Key Points

• Land softly on the middle of your foot
• Keep your chest up
• Use your arms for balance
• Control each landing before rebounding

Common Mistakes

• Landing with a stiff leg
• Rushing the landing
• Letting the knee cave inward
• Jumping too low to the side