How to do it
Exhale as your legs cross and inhale as they open wide.
- 1
Lie on your back with your arms extended to the sides for support.
- 2
Lift your legs off the ground and cross them over each other alternately.
- 3
Keep the movement controlled and your abs engaged throughout the exercise.
- 4
Continue crossing your legs for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Control the movement with your core muscles and avoid letting your lower back arch off the ground.
Common mistakes
- ✕Jerking the legs with momentum
- ✕Bending the knees excessively
- ✕Holding the legs too high