This exercise is important for developing the correct leg and foot alignment needed for attitude devant position in adage. It's designed to help enhance the shape and control of the attitude devant while promoting proper posture. This exercise can be adapted for students with a knee conditions if needed.

Preparation: Students start sitting on the mat and placing a fusion ball just above their ankle. If the student has hyperextension in their knees, the ball should be placed higher on the calf muscle. The leg should be placed over the left leg.

Steps:

1. The left leg should be bent into an attitude devant position whilst maintain alignment.

2. The right leg is stretched in devant and the student should lay back onto their elbows while keeping the abdominals engaged.

3. They perform a scissor movement with the legs.

4. The sequence is then repeated with the left leg, starting from an upright position and then laying down on the mat.

5. Incorporate arm movements in 3rd position, repeating the sequence from the beginning.

Focus: Emphasise maintaining a long spine and engaged abdominals. Ensure correct placement of the fusion ball based for those with knee conditions. Encourage spine elongation, using a rolled-up towel under the sit bones for support if necessary.