Glutes · Body weight (with resistance band) · Beginner
How to do Monster Walk
The monster walk is a lower body exercise that targets the glutes and also works the hamstrings and quadriceps. It is typically performed with a resistance band around the ankles to increase intensity. The movement involves stepping side-to-side while maintaining tension in the band and a slight knee bend.
- Primary muscle
- Glutes
- Also works
- Hamstrings and Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Body weight (with resistance band)
- Level
- Beginner
- Category
- Legs
How to do Monster Walk, step by step
- Place a resistance band around your ankles.
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and slightly bend your knees.
- Take a step to the side with your right foot, maintaining tension on the resistance band.
- Follow with your left foot, stepping to the side to return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch sides.
Muscles worked
Monster Walk works your glutes as the main mover, with help from your hamstrings and quadriceps.
Track Monster Walk in SPLYT
Monster Walk is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.
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