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Scissor Holds

Supine isometric scissor position holding straight legs at different heights while the trunk remains braced.

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Scissor Holds demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

AbsHip FlexorsCore

Equipment

Bodyweight

Sets × time

3 × 20 sec

Rest

45 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Lie on your back with both legs extended, hands supporting the pelvis if needed, and the lower back pressed gently into the floor.
  2. 02Lift both legs several inches and position one leg higher than the other.
  3. 03Hold the split-leg scissor position with the knees straight and toes reaching long.
  4. 04Keep the abdominals braced, ribs down, and neck relaxed throughout the hold.
  5. 05Switch the leg positions as programmed or lower both legs under control when the hold is complete.

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