Scissors (female)

Scissors demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Lie flat on your back on a mat, extending your legs straight up towards the ceiling
  • 2Keeping your head and shoulder blades off the ground, lower your right leg down towards the ground
  • 3Bring it back up to meet your left leg
  • 4Repeat the movement with your left leg
  • 5Continue alternating legs as though you’re doing a scissor motion

Tips:

  • Keep your core tight throughout the exercise
  • To reduce strain on the neck, keep a gap between your chin and chest
  • For beginners, it's okay to bend the knees slightly
  • Breathe regularly and don't hold your breath

Scissors Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs