Sliding is a type of sideway movement where the front foot will take the lead, while the rear foot will follow it closely, without crossing over the leading foot. The movement of sliding is done one foot at a time. The front foot always stay in front throughout the sliding movement. 

 

There is also a short flight phase where both feet will be temporarily off the ground before the back foot follows up with the leading foot.

 

Sliding is an important skill in sports such as basketball, football and badminton, where changing of direction is required in the game.