Core · Bodyweight

Scissor Crossover Kick

Crisscross your way to lower-ab fire.

Scissor Crossover Kick exercise demonstration
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How to do it

  1. Lie on your back with hands under your glutes and legs extended.
  2. Lift both heels off the floor and press your lower back down.
  3. Cross one leg over the other, then switch so the legs alternate top and bottom.
  4. Keep crossing in a steady rhythm without touching the floor.

The one cue that matters

Keep your lower back pinned down the whole time to protect your spine.

Muscles worked

The Scissor Crossover Kick isolates the Core — no passengers. That makes it a clean tool for adding targeted core volume without extra fatigue.

FAQ

What muscles does the Scissor Crossover Kick work?

The Scissor Crossover Kick primarily works the Core.

What if I can't do many reps yet?

Shorten the range or use an easier variation, and stop 1 to 2 reps before failure. Reps build fast when you train just shy of your limit.

How many sets and reps of Scissor Crossover Kick?

For most lifters 3 to 4 working sets. Pick the rep range that fits your goal and progress the load when the top of the range feels owned.

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