How to do it
Pause for one second at full cross-over before returning to start.
- 1
Lie on your side with your body in a straight line.
- 2
Stack your legs on top of each other.
- 3
Lift your top leg slightly, keeping it straight.
- 4
Bring your top leg down and across your bottom leg, moving it toward the midline of your body.
- 5
Slowly return to the starting position.
- 6
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching sides.
Expert tip
Keep your movements controlled and avoid any jerky motions to prevent injury. Ensure your body is properly aligned and that you engage your core for stability.
Common mistakes
- ✕Rolling the pelvis back during cross-over
- ✕Bending the moving knee as it crosses
- ✕Lifting the bottom hip off the floor