How to do it
Keep your head and shoulders flat on the floor throughout.
- 1
Lie on your back with your hands under your buttocks for support.
- 2
Lift both legs off the ground slightly, keeping them straight.
- 3
Open your legs into a 'V' shape, then cross one leg over the other in a scissor motion.
- 4
Alternate the cross of your legs in a smooth and controlled manner.
- 5
Continue for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your lower back pressed into the floor to protect your spine and increase the engagement of your core muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the knees during the scissor motion
- ✕Raising the legs too high above the floor
- ✕Jerking the legs during each crossover