Side Lying Scissors (male)

Side Lying Scissors demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Lie on your side with your arm extended for support
  • 2Keep your legs straight, lift your top leg as high as you can and lower it down
  • 3Switch to your other side and repeat with the other leg
  • 4Keep your core engaged and hips steady throughout the move
  • 5For more difficulty, add a resistance band around your thighs

Tips:

  • Keep your torso and hips in a straight line to maintain proper form
  • Control the motion and avoid letting gravity take over when lowering your leg
  • Exhale as you lift your leg and inhale as you lower it
  • Try to lift your leg as high as possible to effectively work the glutes

Side Lying Scissors Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs