Exercise
Scissors
AdvancedAdvanced supine scissor exercise with rapid leg switches and strong abdominal support.
Setup instructions
Lie supine with legs toward the ceiling and head lifted to chest lift. Hold behind one ankle or calf with hands. Keep the low back long and pelvis steady.
Breathing cues
Inhale for double pulse. Exhale to switch.
Movement steps
- 1Inhale for a double pulse on the top leg.
- 2Exhale to switch legs in a sharp, controlled scissor.
- 3Keep both legs straight and the trunk quiet.
- 4Continue alternating with precise rhythm.
Common mistakes
Bending the knees; rocking the pelvis; pulling the neck; letting the lower leg drift too high.
Safety notes
Progress from Single Straight Leg Stretch. Keep head down if neck strain appears.
Connections
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FAQs
Is Scissors beginner-friendly?
No. Scissors is advanced and builds on straight-leg abdominal series control.
What muscles does Scissors work?
Deep abdominals stabilise the trunk; hamstrings and hip flexors manage the straight-leg switches.
What is Scissors good for?
It develops advanced core endurance and precise straight-leg coordination.
How is Scissors different from Single Straight Leg Stretch?
Scissors uses a quicker double-pulse switch pattern and typically follows Neck Pull in classical order.