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Pilates Scissors

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Animated demonstration of the Pilates Scissors

How to do the Pilates Scissors

  1. 1Lie on your back with your arms by your sides.
  2. 2Lift both legs off the ground slightly.
  3. 3Raise one leg up while lowering the other leg down without touching the ground.
  4. 4Switch the position of your legs in a scissor-like motion.
  5. 5Continue alternating the legs in a controlled manner.

Muscle group

Core

Type

Reps Only

Equipment

None needed

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