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V Up

The V Up is a core-strengthening workout promoting strong abs, hip flexors, enhanced flexibility and body coordination. It involves lifting hands and feet while lying flat, meeting in a V shape. Improves stability, balance and posture.

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V Up instructions

Step-by-step instructions

1

Start seated on the floor with knees bent, feet flat and hands resting behind you.

2

Lean back slightly to balance your weight on your butt.

3

Pull your knee towards your chest while simultaneously lifting your upper body to form a 'V' shape.

4

Slowly return to the starting position without touching your feet or torso to the ground.

5

Repeat this movement for the programmed number of reps.

Start seated on the floor with knees bent, feet flat and hands resting behind you.

Lean back slightly to balance your weight on your butt.

Pull your knee towards your chest while simultaneously lifting your upper body to form a 'V' shape.

Slowly return to the starting position without touching your feet or torso to the ground.

Repeat this movement for the programmed number of reps.

Equipment needed

Bands

Barbell

Battle Ropes

Bench

Bosu

Box

Cables

Dip Bar

Dumbbell

EZ Curl Bar

Hex Bar

Kettlebell

Ladder

Machine

Pull-Up Bar

Yoga Ball

Muscles used

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Back

Front

Strength distributions

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