The Work · Move 3 of 7 · 8–10 each
Why this one
The scissors takes the stomach series to straight legs — a deeper challenge for the low belly as the legs switch like blades.
How to do it
Curl your head and shoulders up and extend both legs straight. Draw one straight leg toward you (hands lightly on the calf) as the other lowers toward the floor. Switch in a smooth scissoring rhythm.
Keep in mind
Keep the low back anchored and the belly flat — lower the bottom leg only as far as you can hold that.
Every move: lightly lift your pelvic floor — a gentle lift, never a clench — and breathe slow and full (hold the stretches for about 5 easy breaths, at least 30 seconds). New to the lift? →