Step 2: Take your right foot off the ground and cross it over to your left side as far as you can. Step 3: Bring your foot back down and then do the same thing with your left. Exercise Instructions Step 1. Start face down on the mat with your arms stretched out to your sides.
Lift one leg off of the floor, cross it over your body and touch the floor on the other side.
Place your hands at your sides for balance. Scorpion Stretch Lie face down on a mat or soft surface. Keeping your shoulders touching the groun raise the left foot straight up into the air.
Bend at the knee and bring your left foot over to your right side. Tap the ground with your toes. The scorpion stretch not only stretches out your hips but also helps your chest, shoulders, and biceps.
The scorpion is a comprehensive exercise designed to improve spee power and flexibility.
Runners and sprinters will appreciate the way it tones the muscles of your legs, hips, back and abdominals, improving overall endurance. Perform the scorpion at least three to four times a week. Reverse the movement Targets: Lower-back muscles plue abdominals hamstrings and glutes.