9.4K views · 112 reactions | DO YOU TRAIN LATERAL MOVEMENT? When a suspect is advancing toward you, the normal human response is to move backward. However, the suspect is still moving forward and can cover ground faster than you can backpedal. Opening up your hips in the direction you want to move allows you to move laterally and respond more effectively. You must train lateral movement in order to overcome your natural instinct to move backward. | Effective Fitness Combatives | Facebook