Time to train smarter.

Its time to stop thinking only about forward and backward movements and start training side to side.

Lateral exercises boost your ability to move and stabilize in the frontal planea genuine game-changer for longevity.

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Heres your bulletproof guide.

Why does lateral strength matter for longevity?

Incorporating more lateral exercises into your routine isnt just about moving betterits about aging better.

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Want to carry groceries, chase grandkids, or swing a golf club with ease?

But Fard says its best to think of these lateral exercises as accessory movesnot the core of your routine.

How to do it:

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Side-Traveling Ape

This primal animal flow exercise engages your lateral system from head to toe, says Fazeli Fard.

Do it in warm-ups or pair it with heavy lower-body lifts.

Control is key hereno bouncing.

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Lateral Lunge

Stronger hips, knees, back?

(Make it harder by holding a pair of dumbbells.)

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