How to do it
Press your palms down firmly into the stool to anchor your torso.
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Sit on the edge of a padded stool with your legs extended in front of you.
- 2
Lean back slightly and place your hands on the stool for support.
- 3
Lift your legs off the ground and begin to make small, rapid up and down scissor-like motions with your feet.
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Keep your abs engaged and avoid arching your lower back.
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Continue the flutter kicks for the desired duration or number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your lower back pressed against the stool and maintain a slight bend in your knees. Engage your core to protect your lower back.
Common mistakes
- ✕Kicking with too wide a range of motion
- ✕Slouching the upper back during the kicks
- ✕Raising the legs above hip level