Chair Seated Criss-Cross Leg
Improve hip mobility with Chair Seated Criss-Cross Leg! A gentle exercise to stretch and strengthen your lower body, all from a chair.
The Chair Seated Criss-Cross Leg mainly works the core, with help from the quads. You'll need: chair.
Required Equipment
Chair Seated Criss-Cross Leg Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Hip Flexor (iliopsoas)
Secondary
Obliques; Quads (quadriceps femoris)
Chair Seated Criss-Cross Leg Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Chair Seated Criss-Cross Leg
Seated Criss-Cross Legs on a Chair
Positioning:
Sit on the edge of a sturdy chair, keeping your back straight and core engaged.
Place your feet flat on the ground, hip-width apart.
Lift your right leg and cross it over your left leg, resting your right ankle on your left knee.
Ensure your posture remains upright, with shoulders relaxed.
Movement:
From the starting position, slowly lower your right leg towards the ground while keeping your left foot planted.
Lift your right leg back to the cross position and repeat this movement for a desired number of repetitions (start with 8-12).
After completing the repetitions, switch legs: lift your left leg and cross it over your right knee, then repeat the lowering and lifting movements.
Focus on controlled movements, ensuring you maintain good posture throughout the exercise.
Tips:
Keep your movements slow and controlled to enhance muscle engagement.
Breathe steadily and avoid holding your breath.
Make sure the chair is stable to prevent any risk of falling.
Chair Seated Criss-Cross Leg FAQs
What muscles does the Chair Seated Criss-Cross Leg work?
The Chair Seated Criss-Cross Leg mainly works the core, with help from the quads. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and iliopsoas.
What equipment do you need for the Chair Seated Criss-Cross Leg?
Chair.
What workout day should the Chair Seated Criss-Cross Leg go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Chair Seated Criss-Cross Leg variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Chair Floating Run, Chair Flutter, Alternating Chair Seated Foot-Tap and Alternating Chair Seated Hip Swirl.
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