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Backward Diagonal Step And Return

Backward Diagonal Step And Return: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Stand facing a counter with support close by. Step one foot diagonally backward to the marked spot, then return while keeping your trunk facing forward.

Body region
Gait
Position
Standing
Equipment
Stable Counter, Floor Target
Recovery phase
Any phase

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