When was the last time you focused your workout on lateral exercises? If you're anything like us, the answer may well be - well, never. But if so, you're missing a crucial element of a well-balanced, effective workout regime.
Not sure what we're talking about? Here's the science: our bodies are made to move in three distinct ways, known as planes of movement. These are sagittal (forwards and backwards), frontal (left and right), and transverse (rotational). Now, chances are that you regularly cover off sagittal and even rotational, but frontal movements are often overlooked, even if you're a seasoned exerciser.
