Scissor kicks are a simple yet effective exercise primarily targeting the abdominal muscles. They involve lying on your back and alternately raising your legs in a scissor-like motion.
How to Perform Scissor Kicks
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Starting Position: Lie flat on your back with your legs straight. Your arms can be by your sides or underneath your glutes for support.
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Leg Movement: Raise one leg a few inches off the ground, keeping it straight and your knee locked.
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Alternating Legs: Lower that leg and simultaneously raise the other leg, creating a continuous scissor-like motion.
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Controlled Movement: Maintain control throughout the exercise. Avoid swinging your legs wildly. Focus on engaging your abdominal muscles to lift and lower your legs.
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Breathing: Breathe naturally throughout the exercise.
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Repetitions and Sets: Aim for multiple repetitions (e.g., 10-15) and sets (e.g., 2-3) to effectively engage your core muscles.
The reference video excerpt describes the exercise's starting position: "So start by lying flat on your back, legs are straight..." and demonstrates the leg movement: "...raise up your right leg, keeping your knee locked...". This clarifies the key components of the scissor kick exercise.
