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- 01Lie on your back with both legs extended, hands supporting the pelvis if needed, and the lower back pressed gently into the floor.
- 02Lift both legs several inches and position one leg higher than the other.
- 03Hold the split-leg scissor position with the knees straight and toes reaching long.
- 04Keep the abdominals braced, ribs down, and neck relaxed throughout the hold.
- 05Switch the leg positions as programmed or lower both legs under control when the hold is complete.
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