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Seated leg scissors, illustrated in 3 steps
Sit on a stable chair and hold the seat sides. Extend both legs just above the floor.

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Seated leg scissors

A simple move for your hips and legs, done sitting down. About 30 seconds.

Position
Seated
Equipment
A sturdy chair
Time
About 30 seconds
Works
hips and legs

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How to do seated leg scissors

  1. Set

    Sit on a stable chair and hold the seat sides. Extend both legs just above the floor.

  2. 1

    Cross one straight shin above the other.

  3. 2

    Open your legs a little. Cross the other shin above the first.

  4. 3

    Open your legs, bend your knees and put both feet down.

Take care. Use a comfortable range. Stop if you feel pain, dizziness, or loss of control.

Gentle movement guidance, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

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