Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Side Step Pick and Carry.
A functional conditioning drill where you step laterally, pick up a dumbbell from the floor, and carry it back to the start, challenging hip stability, grip strength, and cardiovascular endurance. The lateral movement pattern develops coordination and athleticism.
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The Side Step Pick and Carry is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.