Small Scissor Switch
Rep Range
Time Based
Hints
Begin the Small Scissor Switch by positioning your elbows bent with forearms facing forward, helping you maintain balance. Your feet should start closely together, one foot subtly behind the other. When executing the hop, your primary aim is to switch the feet placement, keeping them exceedingly close to each other during the transition. This minimized distance during the switch enhances the control of the movement and ensures minimal elevation, safeguarding your joints from unnecessary impact.
Common Mistakes
Be cautious not to lean excessively forward or backward, as this can compromise your balance and overall posture. Elevating your feet too much during the switch can break your rhythm and lead to a harder landing, which may increase the risk of injury. Consistently distribute weight between both feet to avoid an undue bias to one side, which can lead to muscular imbalances.
Breathing
Draw a breath in during your starting position. As you hop and make the quick foot switch, exhale. Keeping a rhythmic breathing pattern is essential, supporting endurance and facilitating oxygen flow to the working muscles.
Muscle Focus
Primary Focus Area
Cardiovascular System
Secondary Focus Area
Lower Body, Core, Shoulders, Traps, Levator Scapulae, Rhomboids, Infraspinatus, Teres Major, Teres Minor, Latissimus Dorsi, Lower Back, Erector Spinae