IF YOU DO ONE THING TODAY... DO THE CRAB WALK

Doing a squat is a great way to work your legs and glutes, but can you do one while walking like a crab? This exercise is both a functional strengthening and stability exercise for the legs, pelvis and lower back. Stabilising these muscles is crucial for walkers and runners, as weakness in this area often leads to injuries in the back, knees, ankles and feet.

Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart.

Squat down, aiming to get to a 90-degree bend at the knees. Try to keep your shins vertical and your knees over the top of your ankles and weight through your heels. You will need to squeeze your glutes and core to maintain the position.

Step your right foot to the side about two inches, then follow with your left foot the same distance. You should now be back in your starting position. Make sure you lead with your knee, so that your glute muscles activate.

Repeat this ten times, sidestepping like a crab, then repeat in the opposite direction.

You will know you’re doing it correctly if you feel a burning on the sides of your bottom!